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Product Overview

Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is a powerful post-emergent herbicide designed to deliver fast and effective control of crabgrass and a wide range of grassy and broadleaf weeds. With a propriety, water-based Quinclorac fomula, this professional-grade crabgrass killer herbicide can be used on residential and commercial lawns, golf courses, atheltic fields and more.

Features & Benefits of Drive XLR8 Crabgrass Killer Herbicide:

Unsurpassed crabgrass control
Improved control on a wide range of grassy and broadleaf weeds
30-day residual provides control after application
Labeled for use on turfgrass lawns, golf courses, sports fields, parks, and more
Can be applied to established turf or at the time of seeding

For optimal results, Drive XLR8 Crabgrass Killer should be applied with a methylated seed oil (MSO), such as Prime Source Duo Stick Select or Dyneamic surfactant. This increases the absoprtion of the herbicide mixture into the weeds, and helps ensure more even and effective results.

When treating annual grasses such as crabgrass or foxtail, the best control is achieved when Drive XLR8 and an MSO is applied when crabgrass is in the young stage (before the weeds have reached the 2-tiller stage), or as they mature. In the middle stages of growth, the 2-tiller to 4-tiller stage, it may be required to apply a follow-up application to gain full control of the crabgrass.

Drive XLR8 provides unsuprassed crabgrass contol and improved control of torpedograss, kikuyagrass, foxtail, signalgrass, clover, dandelion, black medic and more. This professional-grade postemergent herbicide can be applied as a broadcast or spot spray and provides up to 30 days residual weed control.

While many warm-season and cool-season turf types are tolerant to Drive XLR8 Herbicide, including Bermudagrass, Kentucky Bluegrass, Ryegrass, Zoysiagrass, this post-emergent herbicide should NOT be applied to certain susceptible turf types, including St. Augustinegrass, Centipedegrass, and Bentgrass, or in lawns or turfs where desirable clover is present. See the product label for complete information on turf tolerance.

Drive XLR8 herbicide replaces the older Drive 75 DF Herbicide. When compared to Drive 75 DF, the new formulation in Drive XLR8 Crabgrass Killer Herbicide provides faster, more effective weed control, delivers quicker uptake by the plant, and is rain fast quicker (in less than an hour).

For use in California: Biotypes of large and smooth crabgrass in California have shown varied response to Drive XLR8. If control failure occurs following a full or split application, DO NOT reapply Drive XLR8. Change to a herbicide with a different mode of action.

For smaller jobs consider QuinKill Max Crabgrass and Weed Killer which is available in pints and quarts and contains the same active ingredient quinclorac.

See our Crabgrass Treatment Guide for more information on how to kill crabgrass in your lawn.

Product Documents

Features and Specs

Active Ingredient	Quinclorac 18.92%
Target pests	Barnyardgrass, Bindweed, Crabgrass (large & smooth), Clover, Dandelion, Daisy, Dollarweed, Foxtail, Kikuyugrass, Signalgrass, Speedwell, Torpedograss, and others * See label for complete list
For use in	Bermuda grass, Kentucky bluegrass, Buffalo grass, Fescue, Ryegrass, Zoysiagrass NOT FOR USE ON: St. Augustine, Centipede, Bahiagrass, Bentgrass or Dichondra, Fine fescue unless it is a seed blend
Application	0.5 to 1.45 fl oz per 1,000 sq. ft. * Use a Surfactant to Increase Effectiveness * See label for complete application instructions
Pet safe	Yes, if used as directed on Label
Formulation	Professional Product Group 4 Herbicide
NOT FOR SALE TO	HI CT, NY (Restricted To Licensed Applicators Only)
Shipping Weight	5.06 lbs
Manufacturer	BASF (Mfg. Number: 59011404)
UPC	804338114046
EPA Registration	7969-272

Details

Where should Drive XLR8 Herbicide be used?
Drive XLR8 can be applied post-emergence to residential and nonresidential labeled tolerant turfgrasses to control many broadleaf and grassy weeds in the following sites:

Airports
Atheltic Fields
Cemeteries
Golf Courses
Grounds or lawns around residential and commercial establishments
Houses of worship
Military and other institutions
Multifamily dwellings
Parks
Picnic grounds
Roadsides
Schools
Sod Farms

Tolerance of Turfgrasses to Drive XLR8 Herbicide

Highly Tolerant:

Bermudagrass, common
Bluegrass, annual
Bluegrass, Kentucky
Buffalograss
Fescue, tall
Ryegrass, annual
Ryegrass, perennial
Zoysiagrass

Moderately Tolerant:

Bentgrass, creeping
Bermudgrass, hybrid
Bluegrass, rough (Poa trivialis)
Fescue, fine ( apply only when part of blend)
Fescue, Chewings
Fescue, hard
Fescue, red
Paspalum, seashore

Susceptible:

Bahiagrass
Bentgrass, colonial
Bengrass, seaside
Carpetgrass
Centipedegrass
Dichondra
St. Augustinegrass

See label for additional notes on turfgrass tolerance.

How much Drive XLR8 Crabgrass Killer Herbicide do I use in my application to treat 1,000 square feet?

Spot treatment applications can be made by applying 1.45 fl oz of Drive XLR8 Herbicide per 1,000 square feet. Mix with one gallon of water and 0.16 – 0.48 fl oz of MSO. This equates to mixing 3 tablespoons of Drive XLR8 into 1 gallon of water along with 1.5 tablespoons of MSO to treat 1,000 square feet. It is important to not overmix or overtreat the area for optimal results.

How do I mix Drive XLR8 Herbicide?

Water - Begin by agitating a thoroughly clean sprayer tank 3/4 full of clean water.
Agitation - Maintain constant agitation throughout mixing and application.
Inductor - If an inductor is used, rinse it thoroughly after each component has been added.
Products in PVA bags - Place any product contained in water-soluble PVA bags into the mixing tank. Wait until all water-soluble PVA bags have fully dissolved and the product is evenly mixed in the spray tank before continuing.
Water-dispersible products (dry flowables, wettable powders, suspension concentrates, or suspo-emulsions)
Water-soluble products (such as Drive XLR8)
Emulsifiable concentrates (such as methylated seed oil or crop oil concentrate)
Water-soluble additives (such as chelated iron or soluble nitrogen fertilizer when applicable; not all chelated iron or sprayable nitrogen fertilizers are compatible with Drive XLR8. Always perform a compatibility test to ensure proper mixing. See Compatibility Test For Mix Components section of label for directions.)
Remaining quantity of water
Maintain constant agitation during application

In a backpack sprayer, begin with a clean spray tank. Fill the spray tank 1/2 full with clean water and add the required amount of Drive XLR8 to the sprayer. Cap sprayer and agitate to ensure mixing. Uncap sprayer and add appropriate amount of methylated seed oil. Cap sprayer and agitate once again. Uncap sprayer and finish filling tank to desired level. During application, agitate the mixture on occasion to ensure mixing. If the mixture is allowed to settle for any period of time, thorough agitation is essential before spraying is resumed.

How is Drive XLR8 Herbicide applied?

Apply Drive XLR8 to actively growing weeds as postemergence broadcast or spot spray using the turfgrass species, rate, and growth stages indicated in Table 1, Table 2, and Table 3 of the product label.
DO NOT exceed the labeled application rate or fail to comply with use restrictions listed in Restrictions and Limitations.
For best results, weeds should not be under stress from lack of water, excessive water, low fertility, mowing shock, excessive hot or cold temperatures, or injury from other herbicide applications.
To achieve consistent weed control, use methylated seed oil (MSO). Refer to Table 2 and Table 3 on the product label for rates.

Mowing Information

DO NOT mow 2 days before or after applying Drive XLR8 to maximize weed control and minimize potential turfgrass injury.
Clippings from the first three mowings after application should be left on the treated area.

Irrigation and Rainfall

If soil moisture is not sufficient prior to Drive XLR8 application, irrigation may improve weed control.
For best results, DO NOT water or irrigate for 24 hours after application.
If rainfall does not occur in 2 to 7 days after application, irrigation of at least 1/2 inch is desirable.

Seeding/Overseeding/Sprigging

The use of Drive XLR8 before or after seeding or overseeding a turfgrass area will not significantly interfere with the turfgrass seed germination and growth of those grass types identified as tolerant or moderately tolerant in Table 1 of the product label. See Table 4 of the product label for seeding, overseeding, or sprigging application timing.TIPS

TIPS FOR USE:

Spray coverage should be uniform and complete. It is recommended to not mow two days before or after application. Irrigation may improve weed control, if soil moisture is not sufficient. Drive XLR8 may be tank-mixed with other pre- and postemergent grass herbicides, along with postemergent broadleaf herbicides.

Drive XLR8 for Crabgrass Control can be used as a spot treatment only on problem areas of crabgrass.

Drive XLR8 Herbicide should not be used in temperatures above 80-85 degrees Fahrenheit to reduce the potential for leaf burn on desirable turf grass.

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over priced roundup

By Ken on 09/05/2011

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I learned the hard way, tried to spray this on crabgrass in a st. Augustine lawn and works like roundup, killed everything it touched. Please bring back asulox somebody...

Expert response:

This product specifically says to not apply to St. Augustine grass, which is why it killed it. St. Augustine cannot handle a product like Drive XLR8.

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546 of 845 people found this review helpful
Excellent stuff

By Dan on 08/24/2011

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I have for years been wrestling with various different varieties of late summer crab grasses in the lawns that I manage, even after high quality pre-emergent and several OTC post-emergent herbicide treatments. This summer with everything looking truly horrid with nasty crab grasses growing everywhere, I used the Southern Ag surfactant along with Drive XLR8 to absolutely knock the crap out of my crab grass problems. I applied the Drive XLR8 and the surfactant combination to the lawns prior to any heat stressing/stunting and well between mowings as specified. My results were outstanding and visible with yellowing in 36-48 hours and then obviously terminal yellow-tan in 96 hours. The Drive XLR8 and surfactant combination is a bit pricey, but the coverage is excellent and the combination actually works as advertised.

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443 of 466 people found this review helpful
Great stuff

By Anonymous on 08/28/2013

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In the past I had a lawn control company and have more crabgrass now than ever it seems like. I could have called and they would send someone out to kill everything but I don't like that so I let the lawn service go. I put a premium fertilizer on my lawn a few weeks ago and my Bermuda greened up nice and is very full. I mixed up 1.5 oz of Driver DLR8 along with 0.5 oz of Southern AD Surfactant per gallon of water and used my pump sprayer to spray a fine mist early in the morning with a heavy dew on the grass. About 12 hours later (as is normal this year in the south) the heavens opened up flooding my lawn. I just knew it was not going to work. WRONG! The very next day it looked like the crabgrass was turning yellow, the second day I know it was. Within 4 days the crabgrass was dead. It has been 5 days now and I cut my grass again last night. I can see some yellowing of the Bermuda where I sprayed but I can live with that. Apparently I missed a few spots of grab grass walking around the yard with my sprayer so I will hit it again in a week or two. The same day I sprayed my lawn I sprayed my son's lawn but I did his on dry grass in the sun maybe 4 hours before the rain came. His did not work as good as mine but it did work. I am going to hit his again in the morning dew the next time. I would highly recommend Drive DLR8 w/a surfactant (Southern AG worked great for me.) I have used herbicides before but never with a surfactant. But then again nothing as ever worked this good before either.

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282 of 294 people found this review helpful
amazing results

By Roger on 09/14/2011

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This crabgrass killer really works!! First I was skeptical, I had a serious crabgrass problem, with big mature crabgrass. I used scott's and Bayer's weed killer with crabgrass controll, they didn't work. I used this one in early september, all the crabgrass were dead in a few days, I just reseeded my lawn...

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By John on 09/25/2011

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Easy to remember, a neighbor told me about it. The mixing instructions were easy enough to follow and one has to know what application he is making. The sprayer I am using mixed it automatically once I knew the tbsps/gallon to set on it. The crab grass simply started to disappear after a few days.

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