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www.landscapeirrigation.com Landscape and Irrigation November/December 2016 11 POST-SHOW RECAP Briggs and Stratton engines for a ground speed of up to 9 mph. The BlackHawk features 48-, 54-, and 60-inch deck options with a Parker HTE transmission, providing extended life with smooth steering. Full control is at your fingertips with the BlackHawk HP's InCommand console featuring a blade timer, tachometer, job timer, voltage, fuel level, and "Soft Start" keyless ignition for easier clutch engagement. The BlackHawk HP is available with up to 23.5-hp. Kawasaki and 25-hp. Kohler EFI engine options and 48-, 54-, and 60-inch decks. The BlackHawk HP also comes standard with a full-suspension seat, providing added lateral stability, improved durability, and a 4-inch seat slide to keep the operator comfortable during extended mowing periods. At the GIE+EXPO, Dixie Chopper also introduced its 2017 product lineup, including updates to existing models like the Zee 2, Classic, and XCaliber zero-turns. Dixie Chopper continued its military theme with several Chopper Army elements carried over in its indoor and outdoor booths. Included in the booths were a mower parachuting in from the ceiling and a live golden eagle. Dixie Chopper also sponsored GIE+EXPO's annual concert featuring The Louisville Crashers. Exmark expands its zero-turn mower line with new Radius With the launch of its new Radius, Exmark introduced its next generation of zero- turn mowers. Exmark Director of Marketing, Daryn Walters, said the Radius was developed to give landscape professionals the company's renowned productivity, quality of cut and long-term durability in a new value-oriented design that achieves a lower total cost of ownership than other commercial zero-turn riding mowers. "We took the lessons learned from the evolution of our industry-leading Lazer Z, combined with the feedback we've received from our customers and dealers, and applied them to the new Radius machines," said Walters. "As a result, Radius models exude Exmark's commercial heritage, while demonstrating our commitment to building simple, heavy-duty, professional- grade zero-turn mowers." The Radius is available in three models: E-Series, S-Series and X-Series. Each features a heavy-duty unibody frame that's fully welded of 2-inch by 3-inch rectangular steel frame tubes for maximum strength and durability. The frame design places the heaviest components, including the engine, fuel tank and hydro drive system, lower in the frame for improved weight balance and increased stability, traction and maneuverability. Large front caster tires and rear drive tires offer increased traction, ground clearance and stability, with reduced ground pressure to minimize turf compaction. Walters said Exmark's design team worked hard to raise the bar on operator ergonomics and comfort on Radius models, with features including an isolated floor pan, which reduces vibration and noise felt by the operator compared to standard flip-up foot rests. Radius S-Series models feature operator seats equipped with Exmark's adjustable isolation technology, while Radius X-Series machines are equipped with the company's full-suspension seat, which suspends the operator atop three inches of travel that's easy to adjust for operator weight or ride quality preferences. Ferris introduces its most compact mid-mount zero turn mower designed for fleet owners The new Ferris F60 Fleet Series mid-mount zero turn mower is targeted at landscape professionals who need a compact, rugged, 36-inch mower in their fleets. A fixed-frame unit, the Ferris F60 combines a 36-inch, 10-gauge, fabricated-steel mower deck with an impressive array of commercial components. The F60 touts either a 25-gross-hp. Briggs & Stratton Commercial Series en- gine or a 19-gross-hp. Kawasaki FX600V engine, and pairs it with dual commer- cial Hydro-Gear ZT-3100 transaxles with 7-inch cooling fans for repelling debris. The foot-operated deck lift, with adjustable pedal, lets the operator change cutting heights from 1.5 to 4.5 inches in ¼-inch increments. A quick-removal floor pan provides convenient access to the top of the deck for easy cleaning and service. Other features include twin 4-gallon fuel tanks, 20-inch drive tires, flat-free caster tires, and a mid-back adjustable seat with padded armrests. Isolation springs under the seat mount provide additional operator comfort. Grasshopper announces new EFI model for economical V Series The Grasshopper Company expanded its compact, economical V-Series with the new Model 227V-EFI. Models 227V-EFI will retain the same durable craftsmanship as all other Grasshopper mowers, with features that include 12cc pump-and-wheel-motor transmissions; 747cc Kohler Confidant Electronic Fuel Injection engines (with a limited three-year engine manufacturer warranty); 5.5-inch, extra-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 able to maneuver in tight spaces without the fatigue of a walk-behind mower. These compact power units are perfectly 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. Combined with the longest transmission fluid change interval in its class — with no break-in period — self-tensioning belts and no more than five grease points, the V-Series is designed for less maintenance, low cost of operation, extended service life and long-term value. Gravely showcases redesigned Pro-Walk mower, and new attachments for Pro QXT Gravely showcased its completely redesigned Pro-Walk commercial walk-behind mower. The Gravely Pro-Walk is a commercial-grade walk-behind mower designed for the professional landscaper. With welded deck designs in 48-, 52- and 60-inch sizes, the Pro-Walk incorporates enhancements that improve cut quality, durability,