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Equipment Focus Commercial Riding Mowers BigDog X Diablo The X Diablo is for the commercial cutter who wants the biggest, toughest, fastest BigDog on the market. Just one look at this machine and you will see the difference, starting with the larger, heavy-duty frame and dependable Kawasaki FX engine that powers the mower to 14 mph. Hot oil shuttle for maximum transmission performance, Hydro-Gear PY series 21cc pumps for industrial-strength performance, super deluxe seat. BOB-CAT ProCat SE The BOB-CAT ProCat line of premium mid-sized commercial riding mowers boasts 2 new commercial models with key features in a package that offers high performance and value. The BOB-CAT ProCat SE features an open-frame design for enhanced visibility, a low seat platform for an enhanced center of gravity, an extreme discharge system with DuraDeck and expanded discharge chute for a quality cut and better clipping dispersal without clumping, and new motion control design that eliminates lost linkage motion for smooth and respon- sive operation. The ProCat SE maximizes productivity with the choice of a 52- or 61-inch deck, hard-working and clean-running Kohler Command Pro engines with canister-style air filters, and an EPA-compliant fuel sys- tem with 14-gallon fuel capacity that offers ground speeds up to 11.5 mph and fewer refueling stops to keep users moving forward. Country Clipper Boss The Country Clipper Boss offers all the features Country Clipper is known for, including the patented stand-up deck that positions the deck vertically for easy maintenance and under-deck access. Don't miss the Power Lift, available on select Boss models, to adjust cutting height or stand up your deck with the push of a button. The Boss is available with Country Clipper's easy-to-use, point-and-go joystick steering, leaving one hand free to move low-hanging limbs or enjoy your favorite beverage. The Boss is powered by Kohler and Kawasaki engines ranging from 25.5 to 37 hp. with 60- or 72-inch cutting widths. Built with cast-iron spindles and a heavy-duty welded steel deck with front "bull-nose" reinforcement, the Boss is virtually indestructible. Cub Cadet commercial zero-turn riders During a 4-week road tour, Cub Cadet unveiled to its 1,500 dealers its new, next generation of advanced com- mercial zero-turn riders. Dealers had a chance to see and test drive the new Tank SZ Commercial and Tank LZ Commercial zero-turn riders. The Tank SZ (which denotes Steering wheel Zero turn) delivers incredible ma- neuverability, turf protection and remarkable traction — even on steep inclines — due to Cub Cadet's exclu- sive 4-wheel steering technology (patented as Synchro Steer Technology). The Tank LZ (which denotes Lap-bar Zero turn) features an intelligent and responsive lap bar system that allows for a full range of ad- justability and rider egress regardless of position. Grasshopper Model 321D-48 Big things come in small packages, and Grasshopper Model 321D-48 is no exception. With a compact size for precision maneuvering in close quarters, an extra-deep 48-inch cutting deck for optimal airflow and a supe- rior cut, and a powerful diesel engine that maintains blade tip speed in thick grass — while using less than one gallon of fuel every hour, saving up to $3,000 every year in fuel costs compared to gasoline and propane — Model 321D-48 increases operational efficiency and decreases costs for greater profitability. The Tier 4i- compliant, fuel-efficient diesel engine also reduces emissions of greenhouse gases, according to test data from the California Air Resources Board. 8 Landscape and Irrigation March 2012 www.landscapeirrigation.com