Billy Goat Aerators - Powerful Core Aeration, User Friendly Design
Key Features
Billy Goat® Controls, the Common Experience™
Our best in class controls package provides standardized variable speed intuitive hydro-drive controls allowing an operator to feather in forward / reverse directly at the handles with no shifting required. Billy Goat Controls offer a consistent customer experience across our hydro-drive machines affording fleet buyers and rental customers simple operation, as well as ease of training and renting.
No-Tool Flip-Up Hoods
For best in class access to inside of machine plus improved belt service access.
Water Weight Tank
Positioned directly over tines for better aeration depth and wheel traction in drier conditions. Full tank capacity is 40 pounds.
In-Ground Turning
Provides unmatched maneuverability, ergonomics, ease of turning, improved production, reduced downtime and turf repair when compared to drum aerators.
Proprietary EZ Lift™ Rear Foot Pedal
Conveniently lifts and locks tines for transport or when reversing.
Proprietary EZ Lift n Drop™ Tine Engage & Disengage
When depressed, the orange lever releases the tines from the lifted locked position and engages the tining action. When released the tining action stops and the tines drag across obstacles in the aeration path for uninterrupted aeration and increased productivity.
Variable Aeration Density (VAD™)
Improves belt de-clutching and increases belt life.
Six (6) Machine Heat-Treated Hardened Thin Wall Tines
Creates 2-10x more holes than drum models in one pass. Eliminates double aerating and offers ability to do patch repair and seed bed prep in one pass. Patent Pending.
Single-Cylinder Vanguard® Engine Advantage (PL2501SPV)
Simple, durable screw-in design makes service fast. In/out reciprocating tine motion produces less compaction on the inner surface of the hole compared to spoon designs.
Model Comparison
| Model Name | Engine | Tines | Tine Pattern | Weight | Length | Width | Height | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AET Series: 48/72” Towable | N/A | Up to 3" (7.6 cm) depth adjustment | 20" Flail (51 cm) | 244 lbs (110 kg) | 66" (168 cm) wheel to wheel | 65" (165 cm) | 29" (74 cm) | 40 lbs jug capacity |
| AE401H / AE403V | 118cc Honda / 169cc Vanguard | 24 tines | 4.75" x 7" (12 cm x 18 cm) | 242-252 lbs (110-114 kg) | 57" (145 cm) | 29" (74 cm) | 52.5" (133 cm) | Semi-pneumatic wheels |
| PL1803V & PL1801H 18” PLUGR® | 118cc Honda / 169cc Vanguard | 4 / 5/8" dia. tines | N/A | 236-240 lbs (107-109 kg) | 57" (144.8 cm) | 24" (61 cm) | 40" (101.6 cm) | Up to 22000 sq. ft./hr core productivity |
| PL2501SPH Series | 163cc Honda / 203cc Vanguard | 6 / 5/8" dia. tines | N/A | 435 lbs (197.3 kg) | 67" (170.1 cm) | 35" (88.9 cm) | 46" (116.8 cm) | Foam-filled rear tires |
| AET Series: 36/60” Towable | N/A | Up to 4" (10.2 cm) depth adjustment | N/A | 440 lbs (199.6 kg) | 76"-88" (193-224 cm) | 37 – 60" (94 - 152 cm) | 35" (89 cm) | 20 HP min. tractor |
| AE1300H 30” Hydro Aerator | 390cc Honda | 8 tines | N/A | 516 lbs (234 kg) | 67" (170 cm) | 34.5" (87 cm) | 46" (117 cm) | Pneumatic tires |
Available Accessories (Sold Separately)
Offers and Financing
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PrequalifySpecification Highlights
Engine Information & Features
Displacement (cc): 163
Tines & Features
Wheels (in.): 15 foam-filled
Wheel Type: Pneumatic casters
Aeration Width (sq. ft.): 42,550
Core Depth: Up to 2.75
Core Spacing: 3.6
Tines: 6
Dimensions & Weight
Weight (lbs.): 435
Length (in.): 67
Height (in.): 46
Width (in.): 35