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www.landscapeirrigation.com Landscape and Irrigation October 2014 47 EquipmEnt Focus CommerCial Zero-turn mowers John Deere Z950M The new John Deere Z950 joins the M Series of ZTrak commercial mowers, designed for custom- ers seeking productivity and efficiency. With a 27.0-hp. engine, the Z950M has a top speed of 10 mph. The model is offered in 60-inch, 60-inch Mulch On Demand, and 72-inch widths, and comes equipped with a 7-Iron deck for maximum durability. To enhance operator comfort, the new model offers the option of an isolation seat or a fully adjustable suspension seat. For easy cleanup on the jobsite, an optional, integrated ma- terial collection system provides a Dump-From- Seat option to increase ease of use. Kubota ZD326h Kubota's new ZD326H zero-turn mower was built Kubota-tough to handle wide-area turf maintenance with ease. The new model features a powerful balance of performance, affordability and comfort with a 72-inch- wide, 6-inch deep mower deck engineered specifically to handle large jobs with greater efficiency. The welded deck features a baffle design for precision cutting, while maintaining sufficient airflow for even spread of clippings. Cutting height is easily adjusted from 1 to 5 inches, in .25-inch increments with the turn of a dial for a clean, professional cut every time. The ZD326H boasts a 26-hp. liquid-cooled Kubota diesel engine and a heavy-duty twin hydrostatic transmission (HST) with a power- take-off clutch for reliable, smooth operation. With its 72-inch mower deck and the quality and efficiency of its Kubota diesel engine, the ZD326H is the best value diesel zero-turn mower in the market. Scag cheetah With a heavy- duty hydraulic drive system, strong tube steel main frame, and adjustable Op- erator Suspen- sion System, the Scag Cheetah sets new benchmarks in perfor- mance and comfort. A variety of high-horsepow- er gasoline engines, including fuel-saving EFI options, deliver maximum power. A low center of gravity and wide stance ensure traction and stability. Ground speeds up to 16 mph (61- and 72-inch models) result in even higher levels of productivity. And with a 48-, 52-, 61- or 72-inch Velocity Plus cutter deck, an unmatched quality- of-cut is assured. Scag mowers feature a 2-year commercial, or 3-year/500-hour non-commercial mower warranty, along with a 3-year limited cutter deck and spindle warranty. toro Z MaSter ProfeSSional 6000 34-hP. efi MowerS For landscape customers looking for a lot of horse- power without sacrificing fuel efficiency, Toro now offers two 34-hp. EFI Z Master Profes- sional 6000 Series mowers with a 60- or 72-inch deck. The Kohler closed-loop EFI system uses less fuel and reduces the engine's CO 2 emis- sions, so it's friendly to the environment while reducing fuel costs. As with all Toro Professional 6000 Series mowers, the new EFI models feature Toro's exclusive Turbo Force deck, built for durability and stable handling while delivering a pristine after-cut appearance. These units are also outfitted with a thick, cushioned deluxe suspension seat and 3-D isolator mounts that absorb vibration and reduce operator fatigue. walKer efi MowerS With fuel savings ranging from 15 to 30 percent, electronic fuel injection (EFI) engine options have become popular among Walker custom- ers — more than 40 percent of Walker product is now being sold with EFI. Since the late '90s, Kohler Engines has been a pioneer of EFI technology in small engines. Walker has pro- duced more than 20,000 machines with Kohler EFI engines since 1998. Walker models with EFI engines include the MBK23 (23-hp. Kohler EFI), MT26 (26-hp. Kohler EFI), MBS29 (29-hp. Kohler EFI) and MTL31 (31-hp. Kohler liquid- cooled, EFI). The MBK23 and MBS29 are also now using Kohler's new Delphi electronic control system for improved fuel efficiency, throttle response and engine life. wright to unveil StanDer ZK MaKeover at gie+eXPo Wright Manufacturing, the company that invented the stand-on mower, will introduce the reengineered Stander ZK at GIE+EXPO. Wright has completed a ground-up make- over of this popular mower, which was first introduced at GIE+EXPO in 2007. The minute you step on to the reengineered Stander ZK, you'll notice the added comfort on the roomier foot platform. The platform is easy to step off of to exit or pick up debris, and a fixture to hold a 5-gallon debris bucket has even been provided. You won't have to operate the new Stander ZK long before you experience its better balance and stability, especially on hills. Reinforced wheelie wheels and elastomer bumpers for progressive ride control help the mower hug the ground on all types of terrain. Its short overall length makes this mower more maneuverable than any mid-mount Z. The 52- or 61-inch- AERO-CORE deck, push-button deck lift, powerful 25.5- or 27-hp. engine, mow- ing speed of 12.5 mph, and fully independent left/right hydro systems all contribute to the new Stander ZK's improved productivity.