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www.landscapeirrigation.com Landscape and Irrigation September 2016 45 B L O W E R S, S W E E P E R S A N D VA C U U M S MAKITA 18V X2 LXT LITHIUM-ION (36V) BRUSHLESS BLOWER (MODEL XBU02Z) Landscapers are demanding more cordless alternatives to corded and gas-powered equipment. Makita is meeting that demand with an expanding line of cordless power equipment, including the 18V X2 LXT lithium-ion (36V) brushless blower (model XBU02Z). The 18V X2 (36V) cordless blower boasts zero emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance. It's powered by a pair of 18V LXT batteries for 36-volt power and run time, without leaving the preferred 18V battery platform. The efficient brushless motor delivers 120-mph air velocity and 473-cfm air volume, with up to 29 minutes of run time when using 5.0-Ah batteries (not included). LITTLE WONDER PRO VAC SP The Pro Vac SP is a self-propelled leaf and debris vacuum with power, speed, capacity, maneuverability and durability. A Honda GX270 engine and Hydro-Gear T2 transmission produce smooth power flow for infinitely variable operating speeds up to 4.2-mph forward and 1.8 mph in reverse. A rugged 5-blade steel impeller cuts bulky debris down to size, fitting more in the 74-gallon/8-bushel bag and covering more ground in less time with fewer trips to offload. MIGHTY MAC VACUUM-CHIPPER-BAGGERS BY MACKISSIC The Mighty Mac by MacKissic VCB1102 self-propelled vacuum-chipper-bagger features an 11.5-gross-torque Briggs & Stratton OHV engine with 3 forward speeds plus reverse, a generous 25-inch-wide path, up to 8-to-1 debris reduction, and 2-7/8-inch chipping capability. The top-loading, 4-bushel, low-dust, felt collection bag enables vacuuming on both turf and hard surfaces, and it unzips on 3 sides for easy dumping without bag removal. The Mighty Mac vacuum-chipper-bagger features a 6-position height adjustment for the most effective vacuuming. MacKissic now offers an electric-start model VCB1102EM with 2-inch chipping capacity. MEAN GREEN STALKER MOWER WITH ELECTRIC BLOWER The Mean Green Stalker mower is now available with a powerful-yet-quiet electric grass/debris blower concealed under the front cover of the mower. Now it is possible for the Stalker operator to do all mowing and debris blowing without ever stepping off the mower. When operators are finished mowing, they may simply flip a switch and cruise along any sidewalk, road or driveway to blow the grass/debris clippings off the surface with the zero-emission, quiet blower that offers air volume and air speed similar to most gas-powered backpack blowers. JRCO BLOWER BUGGY CARRIER The JRCO Blower Buggy Carrier holds walk-behind blowers on the front of zero-turn mowers. The buggy is supported by swivel wheels and is low profile for optimum operation of the blower. Blowers are secured to the adjustable carrier with 3 straps, allowing for quick, 1-person unloading. The carrier attaches to the JRCO mount bar with 2 clevis pins.