GORILLA UTILITY CART FULL

The oversized, pneumatic tires gripped the turf without slipping, but if we had our druthers, we’d opt for the convenience of solid rubber to keep from having to add air when tires get low. We ran the SuperHandy near-non-stop hauling firewood, and after 3.5 hours, the battery indicator was still showing a quarter of a charge.

GORILLA UTILITY CART FULL

One of the nicest features was the third wheel, set on a caster, which allowed us to swivel the cart in any direction easily, even making sharp turns with a full load.

We took it over flat ground, then up and down slopes, and it chugged along smoothly. We loaded the bed with about 400 pounds and took off-it powered along with ease. The SuperHandy was designed to haul loads up to 1,000 pounds and hold up to 500 pounds in its bed. Like many carts, it required some assembly, but the instructions were easy to follow, and it took less than 30 minutes to put it together.Īfter charging the 48V lithium-ion battery pack, we installed them in the protective case and started testing.

With its solid steel undercarriage and strong, alloy steel sides and bottom, the SuperHandy was the beefiest cart on the list at 138 pounds. The hand controls feature a power switch and an accelerator trigger, and the cart also has the option of moving forward or in reverse. The side panels detach for use as a flatbed cart, and there’s a handle for dumping the contents. Plus, it could open up the world of gardening and landscaping to those who might not have the ability to push or pull a loaded-down cart. The SuperHandy garden cart is a versatile self-propelled vehicle great for hauling hefty loads and cumbersome items. We pulled and pushed the carts (except the self-powered SuperHandy), and we noted how easy it was to maneuver them in tight spots.Īs we tested, we awarded points based on a rubric at the end of the testing, we added the points and used them to help determine the best categories and awards for each model. We analyzed the quality of the materials and checked the essential parts, including the carts’ undercarriage, axles, wheels, and handles, for any signs of weakness. We noted the ease and length of time for assembly of those carts that required being put together. We felt the listed maximum load was pretty close to what the cart would carry in all cases except the Gorilla Dump Cart. We loaded each cart to the brim although unable to weigh the contents of each load, we estimated the weight and determined whether we felt the cart could carry the manufacturer’s maximum capacity. However, since the carts offered different functions and various load limits, we also had to adapt the tests to suit each model. We used similar testing procedures with all the carts to provide fair and uniform results. Photo: Glenda Taylor How We Tested the Best Garden Carts ALSO CONSIDER: Vivosun Heavy Duty Collapsible Folding Wagon.BEST COLLAPSIBLE: Black+Decker Collapsible Wagon.BEST UTILITY: Polar Trailer Utility Cart.BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Gorilla Carts 600 lb.RUNNER-UP: Worx Aerocart 8-in-1 Wheelbarrow / Yard Cart / Dolly.BEST OVERALL: SuperHandy DC Li-Ion Powered Utility Service Cart.Whether you’re looking for a light-duty cart you can fold for easy storage or a beefy, self-propelled model, chances are the best garden cart for your needs will be in this lineup. Most will have a low center of gravity and a flat bottom for added stability. Quality models are easy to maneuver and offer plenty of carrying capacity.

Then we took them over rough terrain and down slopes, really pushing them to their limits to deem how well they handle.Īdditionally, we inspected each cart’s construction to ensure the necessary durability to withstand outdoor elements and occasional garden mishaps. We loaded them down with the gear gardeners, landscapers, and DIYers would typically haul around. We tested a variety of garden carts-both light-duty and heavy-duty models-to see if they lived up to the manufacturer’s claims. In general, garden carts offer more stability than wheelbarrows that have only a single wheel, which makes them prone to tipping under heavy loads. A garden cart is a wagon with two or more wheels used to tote garden tools or materials, such as earth, stones, and plants.

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