Product News
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Grasshopper introduces 2014 EFI mowers
Coupling the latest engine technology with advanced drive and
ergonomic systems, The Grasshopper Company recently announced 2
new Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) zero-turn mowers that provide excellent
performance and fuel economy for commercial operators and largeacreage owners.
Grasshopper's new MidMount Model 327 EFI (top photo) and
FrontMount Model 727T EFI (bottom photo) are powered by enhanced
second-generation, fuel-efficient, 747-cc Kohler Command Pro closed-loop
EFI engines.
Closed-loop EFI engines offer a range of benefits to operators and
dealers, including decreased fuel use, reliable hot and cold starts, reduced
engine exhaust emissions, and fewer fuel-induced service issues. The
Delphi automotive-based system features plug-in diagnostics with engine
feedback and performance information for easier diagnosis of service
issues and faster service intervals.
"These EFI engines are continually monitoring internal and external factors that can affect engine
performance, such as fuel grade, fuel quality, ambient air temperature and altitude, and making automatic
adjustments to optimize performance, increase fuel efficiency, and extend service life," said Grasshopper
Marketing Director Ruthanne Stucky.
Stucky said that customer and dealer response to the new models has been positive and expects the
popularity of the new Delphi-based system to increase as customers become aware of the benefits of
closed-loop EFI.
"Grasshopper has always been dedicated to producing quality equipment that provides ease of use and
years of reliable service, and these new EFI models are just another example of that ongoing commitment,"
she added.
Model 727T EFI can be equipped with a 52-, 61- or 72-inch DuraMax cutting deck, and a 61- or 72-inch
DuraMax deck is available for Model 327 EFI. Both models accept PowerVac collection systems, while a
range of time- and labor-saving implements for the 727T EFI increase productivity in any season. More
information and specifications will soon be available on the company's website.
The Grasshopper Co.
ADVERTISERS' INDEX
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WEB ADDRESS
B3C Fuel Solutions, LLC
12
www.B3Cfuel.com
Basic Software Systems
30
www.basic-software.com
Billy Goat Industries, Inc.
17
www.billygoat.com
Briggs & Stratton Corp.
9
www.briggsandstratton.com
Ecolawn
30
www.ecolawnapplicator.com
GE Capital
3
www.gogecapital.com
Green Industry & Equipment
Expo (GIE+EXPO)
Between 10-11
Harbor Freight Tools
29
Husqvarna
Cover 3
www.gie-expo.com
www.HarborFreight.com
www.husqvarna.com
Masport Limited
19
www.masport.com
nizeX, Inc.
16
www.nizex.com
Oregon | Blount, Inc.
Cover 1, Cover 2 www.OregonCordless.com
Pathfinder Computer Systems, Inc.
30
www.pathfindercs.biz
Pressure-Pro, Inc.
5
www.pressure-pro.com
RapidBuyr
31
http://greenmediaonline.rapidbuyr.
com/deal
Rotary Corp.
www.rotarycorp.com
18, 30, Cover 4
Servantage Dixie Sales
18
www.servantage.net
Worldlawn Power Equipment, Inc.
13
Cub Cadet launches three-stage
walk-behind snow thrower
The new Cub Cadet 3X three-stage snow thrower
clears deep snowfall up to 50-percent faster than a
traditional 2X two-stage snow thrower.
The 3X easily cuts through 18 inches of heavy, wet
snow, including that annoying wall of winter the snowplow
leaves at the end of the driveway.
Big snow days won't hold Cub Cadet 3X operators
back this winter. The patent-pending three-stage system
works by first gathering snow, ice and slush, and moving
everything toward the center. Then, Cub Cadet's new
high-volume accelerator cuts and chops through winter's
worst, accelerating it into the high-performance discharge
impeller, where it's thrown up and out of the high-impact
chute. These three stages work together to move more
snow faster while putting the operator in complete control of
speed and maneuverability.
A host of innovative features ensures that the Cub
Cadet 3X combines the power to plow through a wall of
snow with easy handling and comfortable control.
Features include:
• The only walk-behind snow thrower with three-stage
power
• Push-button electric start for starting convenience
• Trigger-controlled power steering that allows for
excellent control, effortless turning and one-hand operation
• COOL BLUE skid shoes that glide along surfaces
for better maneuverability; they won't rust or damage
driveways or garage floors
• By letting operators easily shift to a faster speed, the
3X lets them set a pace that feels best for them, so they
can clear more snow faster and get out of the cold quicker.
• 3-year limited residential warranty; 1-year limited
commercial warranty; plus a 5-year limited warranty on the
3X auger gearbox, giving operators peace of mind winter
after winter
"The 3X three-stage snow thrower is the latest example
of Cub Cadet's advanced innovation that separates the
brand from others," said Jeff Salamon, Cub Cadet's director
of marketing. "Only Cub Cadet offers snow throwers with
single-, two- and three-stage power, including the 1X, 2X
and impressive new 3X, so you can choose the level of
snow-throwing power to match your winter weather needs."
Cub Cadet
www.worldlawn.com
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