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www.outdoorpowerequipment.com OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT DECEMBER 2016 31 R I D I N G M O W E R S Exmark Radius The new Exmark Radius zero-turn riding mower delivers commercial durability, reliability and comfort combined with outstanding style and value. The Radius is available in 3 models — E-Series, S-Series and X-Series. Each Radius features a heavy-duty fabricated steel frame and Exmark's exclusive Ultra Cut cutting systems in side- or rear-discharge configurations. An isolated floor pan reduces the vibration and noise felt by the operator. Additional Radius features include Hydro-Gear integrated hydro transmissions, digital hour meter, 12-volt power port for charging electronics, and integrated hitch and jack receiver. In addition for 2017, Exmark upgraded the limited warranty on its Lazer Z commercial zero-turn riding mowers. Lazer Z X-Series models now feature a 5-year or 1,500-hour limited warranty, with no hour limit in the first 2 years. Lazer Z S-Series and Lazer Z E-Series machines feature a limited warranty period of 5 years or 1,250 hours, with no time limit in the first 2 years. Exmark Mfg. Ferris IS 3200Z with Oil Guard System ■ 32- and 37-gross-hp. Vanguard Big Block or Vanguard Big Block EFI engine ■ Vanguard Oil Guard System extends oil change intervals 5 times, increasing productivity and reducing maintenance costs ■ 61- or 72-inch iCD cutting deck with new mower drive belt system ■ Patented suspension system for increased productivity and comfort ■ Dual Hydro-Gear ZT-5400 commercial transaxles ■ Premium high-back seat ■ 26-inch drive tires Ferris, a brand of Briggs & Stratton Turf & Consumer Products Grasshopper Model 227V-EFI The Grasshopper Company recently expanded its compact, economical V-Series of zero- turn mowers with the new Model 227V-EFI. It retains the same durable craftsmanship as all other Grasshopper mowers, with features that include 12-cc pump-and- wheel-motor transmissions; 747-cc Kohler Confidant electronic fuel injection (EFI) engines (with a limited 3-year engine manufacturer warranty); 5.5-inch-deep decks in 52- and 61-inch cutting widths with foot-pedal and drop-pin height adjustment; large, turf-style drive tires; and fully cushioned Cordura-covered seats with padded armrests. Grasshopper V-Series mowers provide the agility of a zero-turn mower with a compact size, allowing it to maneuver in tight spaces without the fatigue of a walk-behind mower. These compact power units are well suited for landscape contractors who maintain small-acreage and confined areas, as well as ranchers, farmers and rural lifestylers who want to maintain lawn areas around their homesteads. Its small footprint also allows for easy transport on trailers and space-saving storage in shops, garages or small outbuildings. The Grasshopper Co. Gravely's ZT HD zero-turn mower Gravely recently introduced the completely redesigned ZT HD, a zero-turn lawn mower built for the prosumer and large-acreage cutter markets. The ZT HD was designed with commercial DNA, bringing several of the professional features found on Gravely's Pro-Turn line to the residential market. With a rugged frame and a 44-, 48-, 52- or 60-inch deck, the ZT HD is a durable zero-turn built to withstand work in any climate or circumstance. The top-tier residential zero-turn in the Gravely lineup, the ZT HD has been a long-standing best seller in the brand's portfolio. Changes to this machine make it more durable, easier to use, and more comfortable to operate. Most notably, the ZT HD has a 10-gauge welded deck design that's 5.5 inches deep with a reinforced leading edge that provides the airflow needed to tackle tough mowing conditions. The ZT HD is also built on a large formed tubular frame rail, which serves as the backbone to support the loads of the machine. Other features include a constant belt tensioning system, maintenance- free aluminum spindles, a custom-designed high-back seat with padded armrests, a foot-operated deck lift, large front and back tires, and a Kohler 7000 Series engine with Smart-Choke or a Kawasaki FR Series engine. Gravely, an Ariens Co. Husqvarna's YT42DXLS Husqvarna's YT42DXLS tractor was engineered for added durability, comfort and precision. It boasts a fabricated cutting deck, heavy-duty chassis and cast-iron axles. Rear locking differentials give positive traction in slippery conditions or on slopes. The YT42DXLS also features a ClearCut deck, which is a rugged 10-gauge welded steel shell with an additional welded reinforcement strip on the front and trim side. The ClearCut deck features an optimized race-track design with internal baffling and a wide- mouth deflector that improves clipping dispersion. It also has a nose baffle to better direct colliding air systems, while the deep deck depth facilitates overall airflow for smoother grass processing. In addition, the ClearCut deck's riveted top metal plate increases the mower's durability, and it does not require a supplemental blowing unit for the collection system. Husqvarna