Turf and lawn contractors buying a skid steer power rake need one that survives gravel driveways, keeps a straight grade on sports turf, and bolts onto the loader they already run. Best overall skid steer power rake: Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake — carbide teeth and 12V remote hydraulic angle control built specifically for skid steer mounting. Best for turf renovation and overseeding: Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Grass Seeder and Roller — a one-pass seedbed and seeding tool for 15-45 HP tractors. Best budget option: Landscape Rake with Wheels 8ft — a pull-behind grading rake for tractor owners who don't need PTO power at all.
- Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake wins for skid steer contractors — carbide teeth, 12V remote angle control, direct mount.
- Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Grass Seeder and Roller suits tractor owners doing turf renovation in one pass.
- Landscape Rake with Wheels 8ft is the budget pull-behind pick for light grading without PTO.
- Skid steer power rakes need hydraulic flow from the loader; power harrows need a 15-45 HP tractor with a 3-point linkage.
- Working width ranges from 2.4m (landscape rake) down to 72 inches (skid steer rake) across this list.
Why this matters
A power rake is only as good as its carrier match. Mount the wrong implement type and you're either underpowered on hard clay or wasting hydraulic flow you don't have. Implements Direct stocks skid steer, 3-point linkage and pull-behind options, and the right pick in 2026 comes down to what's on your yard, not what ranks highest on price.
Contractors quoting turf jobs in 2026 are seeing more spec at tender stage — clients now ask whether the rake is carbide-toothed, whether angle control is hydraulic or manual, and whether seeding is a separate pass. Getting the carrier and the tooth type wrong on a quoted job costs more than the implement itself.
What makes the best skid steer power rake
- Carrier compatibility — skid steer loader with hydraulic flow, versus 3-point tractor linkage with PTO
- Working width — matched to job size, from tight urban lawns to open sports fields
- One-pass capability — integrated seeder and roller versus a separate seeding pass
- Drive and wear parts — carbide teeth versus bolt-on steel, gear-driven rotors in an oil bath versus belt drive
- Angle control — 12V remote or hydraulic versus manual pin adjustment
- Finish quality — fine seedbed tilth versus coarse grading and levelling
Skid steer power rake comparison at a glance
| Item | Best for | Standout feature | Key limitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake | Skid steer contractors | Carbide teeth, 12V remote angle control | Needs skid steer hydraulic flow, not tractor-mountable |
| Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Grass Seeder and Roller | Turf renovation and overseeding | Gear-driven rotors in oil bath plus built-in seeder | Requires a 15-45 HP tractor with 3-point linkage |
| Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Cage Roller | Budget-conscious tractor cultivation | Same gear-driven rotor durability, no seeder | Overseeding needs a separate pass |
| Landscape Rake with Wheels 8ft | Light grading and levelling | 2.4m width, wheel-controlled depth | No power drive — it's a drag rake, not a power rake |
1. Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake: best skid steer power rake for turf contractors
The Wifo RA72 is a Harley-rake-style implement built to mount directly on a skid steer loader, running 72 inches wide with carbide teeth and a 12V remote controlling the power angle. It's the only true skid steer power rake on this list — everything else needs a tractor.
Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake pros:
- Carbide teeth hold an edge far longer than bolt-on steel in gravel-heavy soil
- 12V remote angle control means the operator adjusts the blade angle from the cab
- Direct skid steer mount — no adaptor needed if your quick-attach already matches
- 72-inch width covers ground fast on driveways and sports turf prep
Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake cons:
- Draws on the loader's hydraulic flow, so it's not an option for underpowered skid steers
- Heavier unit than a pull-behind rake, which matters on soft or wet ground
- No integrated seeder — turf seeding is a separate pass
Best for: contractors running a skid steer loader who need one implement for grading, dethatching and finish work. Verdict: Buy.
2. Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Grass Seeder and Roller: best for turf renovation in one pass
This Del Morino-built power harrow runs a 1.5m working width with gear-driven rotors in an oil bath, and it carries an integrated grass seeder and roller — so cultivation, seeding and consolidation happen in a single pass. It suits tractors from 15 to 45 HP.
Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Grass Seeder and Roller pros:
- Gear-driven rotors in an oil bath outlast belt-drive units under continuous turf work
- Built-in seeder removes the need for a second machine on renovation jobs
- Roller finishes the seedbed immediately behind the rotors
- Fits a wide tractor HP band, from compact to mid-size
Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Grass Seeder and Roller cons:
- Needs a 3-point linkage tractor with PTO — no skid steer version
- Heavier and slower to set up than a straight power rake for a quick grading pass
- Overkill for contractors who only need surface levelling, not seeding
Best for: tractor-based turf contractors renovating pasture or sports turf who want cultivation and seeding done in one lap. Verdict: Buy.
3. Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Cage Roller: best budget tractor cultivation option
The cage roller variant of the same Rotex M150 platform drops the seeder and keeps the gear-driven rotors and oil-bath drive. It's the straightforward cultivation tool for contractors who don't need seeding built in.
Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Cage Roller pros:
- Same durable gear-driven rotor design as the seeder-equipped version
- Cage roller consolidates fine tilth well on prepared ground
- Simpler unit with fewer moving parts to service
Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Cage Roller cons:
- No integrated seeder — a separate seeding pass is required on renovation jobs
- Still tractor-only, not skid steer compatible
- Not suited to gravel or driveway grading work
Best for: tractor owners doing straight cultivation passes without a seeding requirement. Verdict: Buy if seeding isn't part of the job.
4. Landscape Rake with Wheels 8ft: best budget option for light grading
This Sierra-built 2.4m landscape rake is a pull-behind unit for tractors in the 25-45 HP range, with wheels that hold a set depth across debris removal, grading and light gravel levelling work. There's no PTO drive — it's dragged, not powered.
Landscape Rake with Wheels 8ft pros:
- Wheel-controlled depth keeps the grade consistent across a pass
- No PTO requirement, so it suits tractors without rear hydraulics configured for a rake
- 2.4m width covers ground quickly on open sites
Landscape Rake with Wheels 8ft cons:
- No power drive means it can't dethatch or break up compacted turf like a power rake
- Wider unit needs more room to turn around than the 72-inch skid steer rake
- Not suited to fine seedbed prep on its own
Best for: contractors who need a simple, low-maintenance grading tool alongside a power rake for finishing touches. Verdict: Hold — buy it as a second implement, not a standalone power rake replacement.
How we ranked these
Each item was measured against carrier compatibility, working width, one-pass capability, drive type and wear parts, and finish quality — the same criteria listed above. The Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake ranked first because it's the only unit purpose-built for skid steer mounting with hydraulic remote control; the rest are ranked by which tractor-based job they solve best.
Which skid steer power rake should you choose?
If you're running a skid steer loader and quoting turf, driveway or sports field work in 2026, the Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake is the direct answer — it's the only implement here built for that carrier. If your fleet is tractor-based and the job includes overseeding, the Rotex M150 Power Harrow with Grass Seeder and Roller does cultivation and seeding in one pass. Contractors on a tighter budget who just need a grading and levelling tool should pair a Landscape Rake with Wheels 8ft alongside whichever power rake they already run, rather than treating it as a substitute. Freight NZ-wide applies across the range, so carrier compatibility — not location — is the deciding factor.
FAQ
What is the best skid steer power rake for turf and lawn contractors in 2026?
The Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake is the best skid steer power rake for turf and lawn contractors in 2026, with carbide teeth and 12V remote hydraulic angle control built for direct skid steer mounting.
Is a skid steer power rake better than a Harley rake?
A skid steer power rake and a Harley rake are the same category of implement — Harley rake is the generic name for the carbide-toothed, angle-adjustable power rake design, and the Wifo 72" unit is built to that same style but mounted for skid steer loaders.
Can I run a power rake on a compact tractor instead of a skid steer?
Yes, but you need a power harrow built for 3-point linkage rather than a skid steer power rake. The Rotex M150 Power Harrow runs on tractors from 15 to 45 HP through the PTO and linkage, not a skid steer's hydraulic flow.
What HP do I need to run a Rotex M150 power harrow?
The Rotex M150 Power Harrow is rated for tractors from 15 to 45 HP. Both the seeder-equipped and cage roller versions share the same gear-driven rotor design and HP range.
Does a skid steer power rake need hydraulic flow or a 12V remote?
The Wifo 72" Skidsteer Power Rake uses a 12V remote to control the power angle, but it still draws on the skid steer loader's hydraulic flow to drive the rake itself, so loader output matters before you buy.
How wide should a power rake be for lawn levelling jobs?
For most lawn levelling and turf prep jobs, 72 inches (the Wifo skid steer rake) covers ground efficiently without being unwieldy in tight residential sites; wider units like the 2.4m landscape rake suit open commercial or sports turf areas.
What's the difference between a power rake and a pull-behind landscape rake?
A power rake like the Wifo 72" uses hydraulic or PTO drive to actively dethatch and grade, while a pull-behind landscape rake such as the 2.4m Landscape Rake with Wheels is dragged behind the tractor with no power drive, suited to lighter grading and debris removal.
How much does a skid steer power rake cost in NZ?
Pricing depends on working width, tooth type (carbide versus bolt-on steel) and whether angle control is hydraulic or manual — check current listings on the Implements Direct site for exact figures on each model.
One last thing
Carbide teeth versus bolt-on steel teeth is the detail most contractors skip when comparing a skid steer power rake by width alone. Carbide resists wear far longer than steel in gravel-heavy soil, and on a rake that's earning its keep across driveway grading and sports turf prep in the same week, that wear-part choice matters more than an extra few inches of working width.