Here is your first look at some of the mowers hitting the market next year. If you see something you like, circle the number on the reader service card and send it in. You are now on your way to a prosperous 2010!
Feature: Liquid propane provides various benefits, including reduced emissions, lower fuel costs, longer engine life and run times and less engine maintenance. This model meets current and future EPA emissions standards.
Grasshopper
MaxTorque
Engine: Diesel, up to 30 hp
Trans.: Hydrostatic
Cut width: 52, 61 and 72 inches
Feature: Mid and front-mounted DuraMax decks trim while mowing around obstacles. Mowers feature Ultimate Operator Station, ComfortZone seat, PowerFold electric deck lift option, Access-Eze and View-Eze console.
Kesmac
Transportable Reel Mower
Engine: Attachment
Trans.: N/A
Cut width: 11.25 to 25 feet
Feature: Available with Single-Point Adjustment, which allows quick, easy reel adjustment with a single knob. The scissor-like cut of the mowers can be maintained quickly and cheaply.
Seago
Allen XR16 QC
Engine: 57cc Honda GXV
Trans.: N/A
Cut width: 16 inches
Feature: This model hovers for easy slope mowing. It features a self-cleaning air intake, QC System or Flexiblade cutting system, increased impeller efficiency, electric operator presence control and ABS plastic deck.
Snapper Pro
S200xt
Engine: 28 hp B&S Vanguard
Trans.: Hydro-Gear ZT-5400
Cut width: 61 inches
Feature: Twin 5-gallon, rotational-molded fuel tanks with larger filler neck, iCD cutting deck, ZT-5400 Hydro-Gear commercial powertrains and two-stage industrial air cleaner.
Ariens EverRide
Fury
Engine: 19, 23 and 25 hp Kawasaki
Trans.: Hydrostatic
Cut width: 48, 52 and 61 inches
Feature: Fabricated flat deck for mulching
Ariens Gravely
Pro-Turn 200
Engine: 27 and 31 hp Kawasaki FX
Trans.: ZT-5400 pump and wheel motor
Cut width: 52, 60 and 66 inches
Feature: Fabricated, welded X-Factor Deck
Big Dog Mowers
X Series
Engine: Kawasaki, Kohler, B&S
Trans.: Hydro-Gear pumps, Parker motors
Cut width: 52 and 60 inches
Feature: Cutting heights from 1 to 5.5 inches
BOB-CAT
FastCat Pro 61
Engine: 23 hp B&S, 24 hp Kawasaki
Trans.: Hydro-Gear ZT-3400
Cut width: 61 inches
Feature: Seven adjustable anti-scalp rollers
Country Clipper
JAZee
Engine: 24 hp Kohler Courage Pro
Trans.: Hydro-Gear, dual hydrostatic
Cut width: 48 and 52 inches
Feature: Joystick or dual-lever steering option
Dixie Chopper
Magnum 2750, 2760
Engine: 27 hp B&S
Trans.: Hydro-Gear ZT-3400
Cut width: 50 and 60 inches
Feature: Operator-controlled discharge chute
Dixon
Grizzly SE
Engine: 29 and 34 hp Kawasaki
Trans.: 12 and 16cc pump and motor
Cut width: 60 and 72 inches
Feature: Rugged, welded tube frame
Encore Mfg.
Encore Front-Cut Fuzion
Engine: 17 hp Kawasaki
Trans.: Hydro-Gear
Cut width: 48 inches
Feature: Electric deck lift, height adjustment
Ferris
HydroDrive
Engine: 16 hp B&S Vanguard
Trans.: Dual hydros
Cut width: 48 inches
Feature: Cutting heights from 1.5 to 4.5 inches
Husqvarna
PZ Series
Engine: Kohler, Kawasaki
Trans.: Hydro-Gear pumps, Parker wheel motors
Cut width: 54 to 72 inches
Feature: Ground speeds up to 12 mph
John Deere
ZTrak Pro 900
Engine: 22, 26, 27, 29, 31, 34, 37 hp
Trans.: Ground-drive
Cut width: 48, 54, 60 and 72 inches
Feature: Mulch-On-Demand capability
Kubota
ZD323
Engine: 23 hp Kubota
Trans.: 2-HST with gear reduction
Cut width: 60 inches
Feature: Oscillating front axle, integral lift
Land Pride
ZTi Series
Engine: 26 or 31 hp Kawasaki
Trans.: Hydraulic motor and pump
Cut width: 60 and 72 inches
Feature: Lockable floating front axle
Scag Power Equip.
V-Ride
Engine: 20, 24 and 26 hp Kawasaki FX
Trans.: Dual Hydro-Gear pumps/wheel motors
Cut width: 36, 48 and 52 inches
Feature: Advantage or Velocity Plus decks
Schulte Industries
FX180 Rotary Cutter
Engine: Attachment
Trans.: N/A
Cut width: 180 inches
Feature: Super Suction .5-by-4-inch blades
Toro
GrandStand
Engine: 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 26 hp Kawasaki
Trans.: Hydrostatic
Cut width: 36, 40, 48, 52 and 60 inches
Feature: Turbo Force cutting deck
Wright
Stander
Engine: 17 to 25 hp
Trans.: Hydrostatic
Cut width: 48, 52 and 61 inches
Feature: Suspension platform for smooth ride
Yard Shark
YSK2151Z
Engine: 21 hp Kawasaki
Trans.: Dual-path hydraulic
Cut width: 51 inches
Feature: Heavy-gauge rear bumper and grill
Yazoo Kees
Mid-Max ZT
Engine: 22 and 24 hp Kawasaki
Trans.: Hydro-Gear ZT-3400
Cut width: 52 and 61 inches
Feature: Front casters with 6.5-inch tires
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