Overseeders
OS553V Overseeder
The Billy Goat OS553V Overseeder is powered by a dependable Vanguard® 160 engine, delivering professional performance for reliable turf renovation with high germination rates. Its 51 cm VertiCut delta reel creates ideal seed-to-soil contact, while the Auto Drop™ system automatically starts and stops seed flow with bale engagement to prevent waste. The 11.3 kg rustproof poly seed box is mounted up front for easy filling and improved stability. Built with a heavy-duty frame, wheels, and bearings, the OS553V is engineered to withstand the rigours of commercial use.
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Features
- Vanguard® 160 engine (169 cc)
- 51 cm (20") VertiCut delta reel for optimal seed-to-soil contact
- Auto Drop™ system starts/stops seed flow with bale engagement
- Front-mounted 11.3 kg poly seed box (rustproof and dent-resistant)
- Clear seed rate chart mounted under lid for quick reference
- Heavy-duty bale controls both seed release and blade engagement
- Adjustable seed drop rate for precise application
- Fold-n-Go™ handles for compact storage and transport
- Premium steel frame, wheels, and bearings for long service life
- Productivity up to 1,225 m²/h
- Optional flail or spring-tine reels convert it into a power rake
Features

Auto Drop™ System
Automatically starts and stops seed drop with reel engagement and disengagement, conserving valuable seed.

Seed Box
11,3 kg front mounted poly seed box with on-board customer instructions to help set drop rates for various seed. The box / agitator bar won’t rust or dent.
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The ABCs every landscaper should offer
Billy Goat’s ABCs of Lawn Care (Scarify, Aerate, and Overseed) are designed to help you do more than just tidy up a lawn. By offering all three steps in sequence, you improve lawn health from the root up, reduce customer call-backs, and create long-term results your clients can see and feel.
It’s a simple system, and a smart way to expand your services, boost customer satisfaction, and grow your business.
Seed the difference
Want to know when, and why, to overseed?
Overseeding is the final step that takes a lawn from patchy to professional, filling in gaps and restoring uniform colour and density. By recommending overseeding after scarifying or aerating, you give your clients faster recovery, healthier turf, and visible results that keep them coming back.
Not sure when to suggest it to your clients? Our blog explains the signs to look for, the benefits of overseeding, and the best way to time it for strong establishment.
Specifications and Compare
| Model | ![]() OS552H Overseeder | ![]() OS553V OverseederSelected | ![]() OS901SPH Overseeder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learn more | Learn more | ||
Power | Power | Power | |
| Engine brand | Honda | Vanguard ® | Honda |
| Engine model | GX160 | 160 | GX270 |
| Displacement | 163 cc | 169 cc | 270 cc |
| Performance kW* | 3,6 | 3,7 | 6,3 |
| Performance HP* | 4,8 | 5,0 | 8,4 |
Drive system | Drive system | Drive system | |
| Drive system | Push | Push | Self Propelled |
| Transmission type | - | - | Hydrostatic |
Features | Features | Features | |
| Productivity | 1225 m²/h | 1225 m²/h | 2700 m²/h |
| Seed box capacity | 11,3 kg | 11,3 kg | 13,6 kg |
| Model series | OS500 | OS500 | OS900 |
Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions | |
| Weight | 81 kg | 81 kg | 147 kg |
| Length | 116 cm | 116 cm | 148 cm |
| Width | 67 cm | 67 cm | 78 cm |
| Height | 119 cm | 119 cm | 117 cm |
| Working width | 51 cm | 51 cm | 56 cm |
| Working depth | 0,3 - 1,3 cm | 0,3 - 1,3 cm | 0,3 - 1,3 cm |
* All power levels are provided by the engine manufacturer
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