Do Meyer Tailgate And Hitch Mount Salt Spreaders Come With Vibrators To Prevent Clogging?

Published 10/07/2025

Products Featured in This Question

Meyer Blaster 350S Motorized Professional Salt Spreader w/ Vibrator - Tailgate - 6.5 Cu Ft

$2904.37

Meyer Base Line 400 Motorized Salt and Sand Spreader - Tailgate - 6.3 Cu Ft

$1486.26

Meyer Blaster 750RS Motorized Professional Salt Spreader w/ Vibrator - Tailgate - 12.8 Cu Ft

$3000.85

Meyer Base Line 240 Motorized Salt and Sand Spreader - Tailgate - 3.7 Cu Ft

$1497.90

Question:

I heard the Blaster models ME98FR, ME48FR include a vibrator. How much does the vibrator help compared to the Base Line spreaders?

asked by: Jorge

Expert Reply:

Jorge - you heard right. The Blaster lineup # ME98FR and # ME48FR includes a built-in vibrator to keep material flowing, especially when the salt or ice melt tends to cake or bridge. In wet or semi-frozen material, that vibrator helps prevent clogging in the throat or auger.

The Base Line series #ME86FR and # ME26FR rely on a coarse auger and consistent motor drive, though their controller does include a vibrate mode if you add the optional vibrator kit later. The Blasters do come with the vibrator already installed though which is a nice bonus.

If your area sees a lot of moisture or sticky blends, the vibrator can be a lifesaver.

expert reply by: Andrew N