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New zero-turn mowers from Country Clipper Country Clipper recently unveiled its zero-turn mower lineup for 2013. The lineup consists of the following new and redesigned models: • Wrangler: This compact, efficient residential mower combines a 22-hp. Kohler or 21.5-hp. Kawasaki engine with a 41-, 48- or 52-inch deck for traveling up to 7.5 mph and mowing up to nearly 4 acres per hour. • Edge: The Edge is ideal for mid-sized homeowners seeking to be the envy of the neighborhood. It is available with a 21.5-hp. Kawasaki or 27-hp. Kohler engine for power and efficiency and a 48-, 52- or 60-inch cutting width to maneuver through narrow spaces or cover large areas of land with ease at up to 8 mph. • Edge XLT: The big brother of the Edge, the Edge XLT is a residential machine with commercial features (24-hp. Kawasaki engine, 52- or 60-inch deck, articulating front axle and deck, and wide front step for easy on/off the mower). It is capable of mowing up to 4.75 acres per hour with speeds up to 8 mph. • Challenger: The Challenger is an ideal fit for commercial and heavy-duty residential use. It is designed for durability and reliability for increased productivity and reduced downtime, while providing easy access to the underside of the deck, spindles and engine for necessary maintenance. It is offered with a 30-hp. Briggs & Stratton, 24-hp. Kawasaki or 27-hp. Kohler engine; a 52- or 60-inch deck; and travel speeds up to 9 mph. • Charger: Back by popular demand, the Charger is a tough, long-lasting commercial mower. It pairs a 25.5-hp. Kawasaki or 27-hp. Kohler engine with a 52- or 60-inch deck for traveling at speeds up to 10 mph and mowing up to 6 acres per hour. It also has an articulating front axle and deck. • Defender: Country Clipper's engineers broke the mold when they designed the Defender. Starting with 26-inch drive tires, a wide wheel base and fuel tank placement under the seat, this commercial machine offers excellent holding capabilities, a smoother ride, and reduced turf damage. For operator comfort, the seat is designed with adjustable lumbar support and back and seat cushion angles, then mounted on vibration isolators with 3-inch travel suspension. The Defender is available with several engine options (25.5-hp. Kawasaki, 27-hp. Kohler, 35-hp. Kawasaki, or 29-hp. Kohler with electronic fuel injection); a 60- or 72-inch deck; and Hydro-Gear's ZT-5400 powertrain drive system. It travels up to 12.5 mph. All Country Clipper models are available with Point & Go joystick or twin-lever steering options. Standard on all models is Country Clipper's patented stand-up deck that can be lifted to nearly 90 degrees for easy access to the underside of the deck, making regular cleaning and maintenance is easy. All commercial models and select residential models are equipped with an articulating front axle and deck. Both float independently of the frame for a manicured lawn, even on rough terrain. Country Clipper Toro's new Z Master Professional 6000 Series EFI propane mowers Toro announced June 3 that it has updated its line of Z Master Professional 6000 Series propane mowers with new 27-hp. Kohler Command Pro closed-loop electronic fuel injection (EFI) propane engines. These new models incorporate closed-loop EFI technology that improves fuel efficiency, features bestin-class starting, and can reduce downtime because the mowers operate without carburetors. Toro's updated line of EFI propane mowers can reduce fuel costs by up to 25 percent and require less maintenance when being compared to similarly sized carburetor engines. "Landscape contractors want the advantage of a cleaner-burning and more efficient engine without sacrificing power and results," said Chris Hannan, marketing manager for Toro. "Our new propane mowers help reduce landscape contractors' carbon footprint with the same level of performance and durability professionals expect from Toro." Toro Z Master Professional 6000 Series propane mowers come standard with the exclusive TURBO FORCE cutting deck in 60- and 72-inch widths. Boasting durable 7-gauge steel, robust cast-iron spindle housings, and high-strength steel blades, these machines can achieve outstanding results at higher ground speeds. The propane mowers feature a fully sealed fuel system that eliminates evaporation emissions, fuel contamination, theft and spillage. Each unit has a single propane tank that will hold 43.5 pounds of liquid propane mounted behind the seat to allow better deck and drive tire visibility. Landscape contractors also can take advantage of the Propane Education and Research Council's (PERC) Contractor Incentive Program. Any contractor purchasing a Toro propane mower in 2013 can receive $1,000 from PERC to be applied toward the purchase price. Participants simply need to report to PERC the mower's performance and usage for one mowing season. The Toro Co. Echo introduces its own pre-mixed, two-stroke fuel product with Red Armor Oil Echo Incorporated recently introduced PowerFuel, the first pre-mixed gas/oil product to use its Red Armor Oil. Available at independent dealers, Echo PowerFuel is a pre-mixed fuel, containing 93 octane gas and oil, that's ready-to-use right out of the can — there is no need to measure or mix oil. It contains no ethanol and is specifically developed at a 50:1 ratio and is the only premixed fuel that uses Echo Red Armor Oil. Echo PowerFuel is recommended for use in all air-cooled, 2-stroke engines. It facilitates proper break-in and helps extend the life of equipment. It stays stable and usable for up to 2 years after opening. Plus, Echo PowerFuel even makes winter storage and maintenance easier — it is not necessary to drain the tank unless it has remained in the tank for more than 2 years. The Echo Red Armor Oil mix incorporated into Echo PowerFuel uses powerful detergents that quickly remove performance-robbing carbon deposits with the first use, without sacrificing lubrication or film strength. It also protects against future buildups. Echo Red Armor Oil is JASO FD and ISO-L-EGD rated. Echo Inc. Continued on page 34 OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT JULY 2013 29