Riding Mowers and Accessories
Source: www.TurfMagazine.com
Riding mowers are most likely the most important piece of equipment in your fleet. With many new technologies, there are a lot of choices out there, and you need to do your homework. In this month’s product focus, you can find the latest models.
Also, you can find additional information about the companies highlighted in green by visiting their advertisements in this issue!
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AltozThe XP Z Series is available in 54- and 61-inch cutting widths and features the SmarTrac digital monitoring system, Aero Deck high-output system, high-quality seat, and a 26 or 27 hp engine. |
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BOB-CATThe PREDATOR-PRO is available with a 52-, 61- or 72-inch DuraDeck mower deck with Extreme Discharge system and is powered by Kawasaki FX921V or FX1000V-DFI engines. |
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Bush HogThe PZ zero-turn mowers come with 61- or 73-inch decks and Kohler Command Pro engines. Heavy-duty HydroGear 5400 hydrostats drive the units. |
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Country ClipperThe Defender comes with 60- and 72-inch cutting widths, is powered by a Kawasaki or Kohler engine, and features a stand-up deck and optional joystick steering. |
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Cub CadetThe TANK SZ features Synchro Steer technology, Cub Cadet’s zero-turn system that delivers steering wheel control and four-wheel steering, providing confidence on slopes up to 20 degrees. |
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EncoreThe Encore Fuzion features a welded frame, fabricated deck and 10-year limited deck warranty. |
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ExmarkThe UltraCut Rear Discharge deck is available for the 2014 Lazer Z S-Series, in 60- or 72-inch cutting widths. It offers increased clipping control and ability to trim on both sides of the deck. |
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FerrisThe IS 2100Z is available in six models that include 52- and 61-inch deck sizes, the iCD cutting system, a commercial Hydro-Gear ZT-5400 powertrain and ergonomic control panel. |
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HusqvarnaThe Smart Switch ignition on lawn tractors offers one-touch starting, real-time feedback and “key-less” security to lawn equipment. No more complicated starting procedures or lost keys. |
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HustlerThe Super 104 has zero-turn maneuverability, a Kawasaki engine and 104-inch mowing width. Three mower decks, a 60-inch center deck and two 24-inch wing decks, lift hydraulically. |
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John DeereJohn Deere’s Z950M features a 27 hp engine, top speed of 10 mph and is available with a 60- or 72-inch deck or 60-inch Mulch-On-Demand deck. Optional Dump-From-Seat collection system available. |
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KubotaThe F90 Series of front-mount diesel mowers with 60- and 72-inch decks consists of the F2690E and F2690 with 25.5 hp engine; and the F3990 with a 39 hp engine and four-wheel drive. |
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Land PrideLand Pride’s AFM42 Series All-Flex Mowers have 14- or 16-foot cutting widths, zero-turning capabilities, rear discharge decks and anti-scalp rollers. Require 40 to 70 hp tractors. |
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LastecLastec’s Model 3300 zero-turn mower is powered by a 33 hp Kubota engine and features a 100-inch cut width with five 21-inch articulating decks, and a 1- to 4.5-inch deck height range. |
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Mean Green MowersThe first lithium-powered electric all-day mowers feature a 52- or 60-inch deck, and the option of rear-discharge, mulching and side-discharge deck models. |
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ScagThe Turf Tiger comes with gas, diesel or propane engines, a heavy-duty hydraulic system, and features an ultra-low center of gravity and wide stance, with ground speeds up to 12 mph. |
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Snapper ProThe S125xt comes with a 52- or 61-inch iCD Cutting System with striping kit, and a foot-operated deck lift that changes cutting height in .25-inch increments from 1.5 to 5 inches. |
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Steiner TractorsThe Steiner Flex Deck by Lastec is a mowing attachment with four hinged floating decks and four blades. Features an 80-inch overall cutting width and 1.5- to 5-inch height-of-cut range. |
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The Grasshopper Co.Equipped with a 23 hp gas Kohler engine, the 623T features AntiVibe Power Platform and T-Drive, and DuraMax decks in 48- and 52-inch widths with Power- Fold electric deck lift option. |
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ToroToro’s Horizon technology is now available on select Z Master Professional 6000 EFI models, allowing the operator to select from three performance modes: max mode; economy mode and low mode. |
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VentracThe Ventrac 3400 is engineered with hydrostatic all-wheel drive, an articulating frame, patented hand controls and power steering, and is designed with over 15 commercial-grade attachments. |
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Walker MowersKey features of Walker mowers include unique steering configuration and internal grass handling system that collects grass through the center and delivers it into a catcher box in the rear. |
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Worldlawn Power EquipmentThe Cobra features sealed, maintenance-free spindles, a canister-style air filter, a Kawasaki FX series v-twin engine, Warner Electric clutch, dual Hydro- Gear pumps and Parker wheel motors. |
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Accessories
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JRCOThe Tine Rake Dethatcher re- moves embedded thatch and leaves and combs up matted turfgrass while mowing. Flexible tines allow for zero-turning while raking. Available in 36-, 46- and 60-inch widths. |
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Spyker SpreadersThe S30-1750 tow-behind spreader features a 175-pound hopper with single-port hopper design and Accu-Way spread pattern control for constant, consistent and balanced distribution of material. |
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UTECOThe ZRATOR is a steerable,front-mount core plug aeratordesigned to allow aeration in alldirections without raising the tines.No additional weights needed. |
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W.E. ChappsThe W.E. Padded Arm Rest covers convert old, cracked, chunked arm rests into new, comfortable and long-lasting arm rests. They are easy to put on and take off, and are water-resistant and washable. |
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The May issue of Turf will feature Product Focuses on Compact Equipment; Erosion Control Products; and Mulch Blowers & Hydroseeders.
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