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Professional power for your business…
The award-winning XZ5 Ultima series from Cub Cadet redefines the zero-turn mowing experience. With enhanced strength, re-imagined comfort and a best-inclass cut and until 30th June you can save up to £400 on the RRP of selected XZ5 Ultima machines*.
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The latest steering lever lap bar technology combined with the extremely robust construction of heavy-duty components and high-performance engine makes the Ultima series the ideal professional machines for large lawns maintenance.
Powerful Cub Cadet and Kawasaki engines mean the machines reach up to 12 km/h, mowing up to 50% faster than front mowers and able to mow up to 12,500 m²h.
The open continuous tubular lightweight steel frame designed for strength and durability with its hinged/ removable floor pan allows quick and easy access to the fabricated deck and engine for ease of maintenance.
Available with cutting widths of 50” and 54” the machines put owner/operator comfort at the forefront of their design with individually adjustable seats and high backrests for fatigue-free working.
The range is ideal for mowing rolling hills and several obstacles up to 5 acres, with tyres on the L127 and L137 that provide better traction and more stability and control.
Cub Cadet continuously endeavours to improve its product ranges, from lawnmower to zero-turns, lawn tractors to robotic mowers, by incorporating new and proven technologies, implementing innovative engineering solutions and offering a dealership service that delivers true advantages to your business.
The Ultima Series™ from Cub Cadet. Professional grade power for your business and your lawns.
For more information go to www.cubcadet.co.uk/
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*Save £300 on the L137 RRP of £5,799. Save £400 on the L127 RRP of £4,999.
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The T395 compact with manual or hydrostatic transmission and high capacity hydraulics gives you the ultimate workhorse, making easy work of most landscaping and parks maintenance tasks. And, with lots of attachments, you get a tractor that does more.
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John Deere expands zero turn range
Dennis G860 is top for a Scotsman in Spain
John Deere has expanded its commercial ZTrak ZTR range to include two new petrol models and two reardischarge decks to meet customer demand.
The zero-turn mowers are based on a robust, heavy-duty frame including a ROPS. The high-gauge PRO steel rotary cutting decks feature a deep mowing chamber designed to handle more grass for increased capacity. This increases airflow so that a quality cut can be achieved even when mowing at maximum speed.
The new Z740R semi-commercial mower is powered by a Kawasaki 23.5hp commercial grade petrol engine, while the Z950R commercial machine has a larger Kawasaki 27hp petrol engine and is equipped with Michelin Tweel X Turf airless radial tyres as standard. Both mowers feature an adjustable operator platform and ComfortGlide suspension seat with armrests, with easy access to a quick-change height-of-cut dial and on-the-go tracking adjustments to maximise mowing performance.
The Z740R offers a choice of high-capacity 122 or 137cm (48 or 54in) side-discharge decks, while the larger Z950R is available with 137 or 152cm (54 or 60in) side-discharge and new 152cm (60in) rear-discharge decks. John Deere’s existing Stage V diesel engine zero-turn mowers, the Z994R 24.7hp and Z997R 37.4hp models, can now be fitted with a choice of 152cm (60in) side-discharge and new 152 or 183cm (60 or 72in) reardischarge decks in addition to the previously available side-discharge options, depending on model.
The new heavy-duty rear-discharge decks employ a single-belt deck design for easy maintenance, and are mulching enabled for a cleaner finish. These have been introduced to the John Deere zero-turn mower range for the first time, specifically for those customers who require this particular configuration to meet contract requirements.
John Stewart, Head Groundsman at Deportivo Alaves FC in Spain, has said that his new Dennis G860 cylinder mower is ‘right up there at the very top’ when it comes to turf maintenance machinery.
During his time at the club John has seen the team complete an amazing comeback. Having been left languishing in Spain's regional divisions, Deportivo Alaves are now back in Spanish football’s top division, the prestigious La Liga. To cap an incredible decade at the club, John was named the best groundsman in Spanish football last year.
Under his remit, he concentrates on Deportivo Alaves' Mendizorrotza Stadium pitch and the training ground. As a self-confessed perfectionist, John is very particular in what machinery and products he uses to maintain the two sites. “I knew that Dennis mowers were up there with the very best and getting one of their machines was always at the back of my mind. Our budget allowed for one and we bought the Dennis G860 eight months ago. As soon as we got it out on the pitch, we saw that it was a fantastic machine,” says John.
John claims that the Dennis G860’s interchangeable cassette system, which assists with a wide range of maintenance tasks such as scarifying, verticutting, brushing, spiking, and slitting, was one of the main reasons behind purchasing it. He points out that the cassette system can be changed in less than two minutes and adjusting the cutting height is straightforward.
John has the 8-bladed cutting cassette, verticutting cassette and brush: “The brush has been a gamechanger,” he adds. “I am constantly brushing the pitch to keep it clean – it does a brilliant job at removing debris and other bits that fly around the pitch during a game.”
The Dennis G860 features a large diameter front roller with an adjustable scraper, which has been designed for a precise height of cut control, giving an excellent finish on every occasion. Lightweight at just 166kg; it is also easy to manoeuvre and comfortable to operate.
John Stewart, Head Groundsman at Deportivo Alaves FC in Spain, with the Dennis G860 cylinder mower
Tips for buying a ride-on mower
Les Malin, Managing Director of Etesia UK advises on what to look for when considering a ride-on mower
Will a ride-on mower cut and collect in the wet and leave a cut comparable to a pedestrian machine?
Some will, some won’t. Those that do will be quicker over a large area compared to a pedestrian mower. However, there is still a need for smaller pedestrian machines, due to access and transport of the machines. When it comes to cut and collect systems, Etesia is the innovator creating a patented system in the late 1980’s that is unrivalled. For example, models such as the Etesia Hydro 80 or Bahia ride-on mowers are useful in small access points such as through gates. The British climate is notoriously wet and on days when it hasn’t rained the grass may still be damp, so it’s important to have a machine that is up to the job of cutting and collecting in the wet. The Etesia professional ride-on mower range has been designed for such conditions and can collect wet grass clippings and leaves in the autumn without clogging the blades.
Can you empty the grass box easily without leaving the seat?
All Etesia ride-on mowers have the option of emptying the grass box directly from the driver’s seat. In the larger Buffalo, H100 and H124 models, the grass box can be emptied up to 1.24m above the ground – useful for unloading clippings into a skip or hi-tip vehicle. Unlike competitor machines, they are designed to be able to tip the heaviest of loads without needing additional counterweights to aid stability. This reduces the overall weight of the machine. The most notable benefit is the fact that Etesia machines do not require any additional accessories to unblock them when emptying the machines. Everything is automatic so no accessories or rattling of levers are required – simply cut, collect and empty the grass box all while sitting on the machine
Can I cut and collect and mulch with the same machine?
Mulch cutting has become very popular over the years. Predominately, it’s used as a time-saving form of grass cutting as there is no need to collect clippings or debris and empty. There are also other benefits as mulching can often mean ‘greener’ grass, particularly in times of drought, as the nutrients are released back into the soil after a cut. Most of the Etesia machines have the option of being able to cut and collect or mulch – it really depends on the users’ preference. Just remember the golden rule when mulch cutting and only cut a third of the grass height in a single cut.
Will a ride-on mower cut high grass?
Etesia sells a range of Attila brushcutters, which have been specifically designed to cut rough grass or brambles and have been known for ‘what-ever’ they can push over, they can cut’. However Etesia ride-on mowers are an affordable solution for taming high grass paddocks and fields, meaning that one machine can be used for a multiple of different tasks.
Will I be able to fit attachments to a ride-on mower or will I need a tractor?
That really depends on the type of attachments you would like to fit. However, Etesia also sell a range of attachments from scarifiers, snow plough, sand spreader, weeding brush and also a street sweeper, which means that one ride-on mower really can be a 365-days-a-year workhorse.
Is a ride-on safe to use?
Choose a ride-on mower with added safety benefits for the user. If you are working on slopes, look at models with a differential lock for extra stability on slopes or uneven ground. Etesia offers 4wd and or differential locks across the whole range of ride-on’s with mid mount cutting decks. Vibration is also a consideration - vibration isn’t just a health hazard for the user, but also an indicator of machine efficiency and design. Etesia avoids vibration by fitting correctly balanced components which also has the added benefit of lasting longer. We still have users of our first generation H100 model that is over 30 years old!
Will the manufacturer arrange a free, no obligation demonstration on our own site?
For the past 30 years the Etesia slogan has been ‘seeing is believing’. For that reason, it suggests you ask for a free, no obligation demonstration to put machines to the test. Etesia recommend to their clients to test machines on their own site, which is arranged by speaking to a dealers local to you, or contacting the company direct.
Will I be able to buy spare parts easily?
Etesia UK holds stock of spare parts for machines dating back to the 1980’s. Selling to the professional market means obtaining spare parts easily, which is very important to the end user. Consumables, such as blades and belts, are normally off the shelf and Etesia picks 98% of orders consistently.
