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24 MARCH 2015 OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT www.outdoorpowerequipment.com Product rounduP Products Billy Goat's BC2600 series outBaCk BrushCutter The BC2600 Series Outback brushcutter includes 2 models: a 26-inch, mechanical- drive, fixed-deck model, which is ideal for clearing meadows or fields, as well as a 26-inch, hydro-drive model with articulating deck and Enhanced Traction Control (ETC), which is ideal for clearing brush on rough and hilly terrain. Both models make quick work of under-brush, berries, bramble, vines, tall grass and small trees up to 2 inches in diameter and 6-feet tall — all at a rate of just an acre of brush per hour. Both units feature a heavy-duty blade spindle, reinforced in 4 directions for maximum durability and safety, so operators can keep cutting in the harshest environments. Billy Goat industries, inc. Dr FielD anD Brush Mower The DR Field and Brush Mower helps to reclaim overgrown fields and meadows. It mows down saplings up to 3 inches thick, grass up to 6-feet high, and brush up to 8-feet tall. It blazes trails through wooded areas, cleans up overgrown roadsides, and maintains picturesque meadows. Self-propelled and tow- behind models are available. For even more versatility, DR offers 4 optional easy-to-change attachments (42-inch lawn deck, wood chipper, grader/snow blade and snow thrower) that allow the operator to get even more use out of the machine. Dr Power equipment, a division of Country home Products, inc. eCho hC-2420 anD hC-3020 heDGe triMMers Echo's new HC-2420 and HC-3020 hedge trimmers boast 21.2-cc, professional-grade, 2-stroke engines for powerful performance; heavy-duty gear cases for maximum cutting durability; commercial-duty air filtration systems to provide longer engine life; vibra- tion reduction systems to provide operator comfort; and i-30 technology to reduce starting effort by 30 percent. Both feature a 5-position rotating rear handle, allowing for a variety of cutting positions. The HC-2420 (24-inch blade) and HC-3020 (30-inch blade) both have Echo-exclusive, double-sided, double-reciprocating RazorEdge blades for long-lasting sharpness and enhanced cutting performance. Both the HC-2420 and HC-3020 will be available in late spring 2015. echo inc eFCo Ds 2400 h heDGe triMMer New for 2015, the efco DS 2400 H professional shaft trimmer is designed to meet the needs of discerning users who have to work on hedges, plants and bushes of above-average height. It boasts a 1.2-hp./21.7-cc engine that is de- signed for high output, easy maintenance and low fuel consumption. The DS 2400 H features a cutting system that has 12 adjustable posi- tions from 0 to 180 degrees. The machine's overall length is 71 inches, and its weight is just 15 pounds. Plus, the DS 2400 H is backed by a 5-year consumer/2-year commercial war- ranty. efco/Comet usa Gravely Pro-24 Brush Cutter The Gravely Pro-24 brush cutter may be used to clear dense vegetation, brush, and tree saplings up to 1.5 inches in diameter. It is powered by an 11.5-hp., 344-cc Briggs & Stratton Intek Series engine. With a 24-inch cutting width, a 3.3-inch cutting height and a 16,100 feet-per-minute blade tip speed, the brush cutter is ideal for cutting overgrowth or heavy brush. Additional features include a 0.7-gallon fuel capacity and a ground speed of up to 4.7 mph. A light-weight design and self-propelled variable-speed drive system make the Pro-24 easy to maneuver. The brush cutter easily pushes through dense vegetation, reducing operator fatigue. The clutching PTO drive system also allows the operator to step away from the brush cutter to pick up debris without having to shut the unit down. Throttle control is conveniently located to make starting and adjusting speed condi- tions easy. Other features include a 1-inch spindle shaft to provide strength needed to tackle dense brush; a 10-gauge-steel, fabricated deck for durability; and solid-rubber rear tires for added stability, maneuverability and traction. Gravely, an ariens Co. Hedge Trimmers & BrusHcuTTers equiPMent FoCus