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  2008 wheeled CATEGORY WINNER  
  Briggs & Stratton Allis Chalmers Lawn Tractor  
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The Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products group is restoring the Allis-Chalmers brand to the lawn and garden industry with 2 new lawn tractors. Available at Simplicity dealerships beginning this fall, the new tractors bring back the glory days of the Allis-Chalmers farm tractor.

Allis-Chalmers first entered the farm equipment business in 1914 and, over the next 75 years, the company was responsible for many innovations in the farm equipment industry. Its distinctive orange tractors became a mainstay on farms across America and the Allis-Chalmers name is fondly remembered by many generations. The design of the new AC130 lawn tractor is reminiscent of these products, leaning heavily on the familiar orange color and distinctive Allis-Chalmers logo.

The AC130 model will be available in 2 versions: a 23 HP unit with 42” mowing deck and a 24 HP tractor with 46” mowing deck. Both lawn tractors will feature a Briggs & Stratton Extended Life Series V-Twin engine with spin-on oil filter, advanced debris management system and full pressure lubrication. Other product highlights include single pedal foot-controlled hydrostatic transmission, cruise control, a cast-iron front axle and a tight 14” turning radius.

Visit allischalmerslawn.com

 
 
  Wheeled FINALISTS  
  Wright Mfg. Stander Mower
Wright Manufacturing, the company that invented the stand-on mower, now offers Stander models with larger decks than the traditional Stander. Deck widths for the new Stander ZK are 52” and 61”. With engines up to 37 HP, the Stander ZK can mow at speeds up to 14 MPH, faster than any mid-mount zero turn.
The Stander ZK is equipped with Wright’s Rapid Height Adjustment, which lets the operator quickly raise or lower the cutting height from 1.5” to 5.5” without getting off the mower. The new machines also have cooling fans on the pumps for more effective hydro cooling.

Decks, made of 7 ga. steel, are deeper (6”); wheels are larger; and fuel capacity is greater, making the new mower ideal for sports fields. Operating from a standing position allows the use legs to ride changing terrain, taking stress off the back.
The Stander ZK offers all the benefits of Wright’s traditional Stander, including low center of gravity and large wheels for hillside stability, as well as shorter overall length for added maneuverability.

With no seat, seat belts or armrests, the operator can just step off the spring suspended stand-on platform to pick up debris or in case of emergency. The Stander ZK carries a 2 year limited warranty on parts and labor.

Call 301-330-0086; visit wrightmfg.com
  Lastec’s 100" Articulating Mower
Lastec is the mowing manufacturer that introduced the first articulating rotary mowers for uneven terrain in 1990. Known as the “Articulator,” the company’s new 100” Articulator is the next revolution. This wide-area unit is designed for high production in extreme contours and features five 21” articulating decks that follow the shape of the ground in order to deliver a precise cut. It features a diesel engine with up to 36 HP and has a side reach of more than 20” to reach under obstacles or allow trimming closer to ponds, banks or ditches. The other distinguishing feature is that the outside wing decks fold hydraulically. With a quick throw of a lever from the driver’s seat, the deck is reduced to 78” wide, making it easy to pass through gates or narrow passageways, and load onto a trailer.

Call 800-515-6798; visit lastec.com
 
         
  Ventrac MJ840 Contour Mower
The new Ventrac MJ840 contour mower by Venture Products, Inc. will give rough areas a finished and manicured look. The MJ840 is designed to cut uneven ground, green surrounds and other similar areas. The front mount, 3 deck wing system has 4 front flat-free tires and 3 full rear rollers, and is capable of 40° motion. The wing system allows the operator to follow the contour of the land more closely for a smoother overall cut, as each cutting unit is able to move independently of the other units. Front rollers are used for anti-scalping and full rear rollers for even cutting and striping. Cutting width is 84” and cutting height is _ to 3 _”with 12 cutting positions. The MJ840 mower deck is built with the flip-up deck design for easy cleaning, servicing and storage. The MJ840 attaches using Ventrac’s unique Minute Mount system, allowing one person to add, remove or change attachments in about a minute or less, with no tools or heavy lifting.

Call 866-836-8722; visit
ventrac.com
 

Little Wonder 9 HP Optimax Blower
This fall, Little Wonder expanded its Optimax commercial walk-behind blower line with a new 9 HP Subaru engine model. The Subaru EX27 has been introduced as part of the first air-cooled engine line to use advanced chain-driven overhead cam technology to provide maximum efficiency, single pull starting, performance and power with minimal noise and emissions.

Features include: units constructed of continuously welded high gauge steel for outstanding durability in any condition; advanced steel impeller and housing design for extraordinary power and durability; curved, aerodynamic inlet that draws air in smoothly around the entire inlet area, ensuring adequate air intake even if part of the intake area is blocked by debris; revolutionary side discharge system, which allows the operator to change air direction without tools; patented, split-opening deflector that eliminates blowback or windrowing; 12” pneumatic rear wheels for easy maneuverability; cushion-gripped, height-adjustable ergonomic handle.

Call 877-596-6337; visit littlewonder.com

 
 

 

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