Innovations
1 Feb, 2007 By: Landscape Management Staff Landscape Management1. Cub Cadet 4x4
Cub Cadet's new 4x4 Utility Vehicles are rugged and hard working on the job and smooth and fun-loving off-road. The y come with a choice of 20-hp Kohler V-Twin or Cat diesel engines. A 4-wheel, fully independent double A-arm suspension and a wide stance offers increased stability on rough terrain. The tight curb-to-curb turning diameter and rear anti-sway bar provide superb cornering at faster speeds. High back bucket seats provide operator comfort and reduce stress. It also features 14.4 cu. ft. cargo box volume.
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For more information contact Cub Cadet Commercial at 330/225-2600 or
www.cubcadetcommercial.com
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2. Updated for '07
Kubota's RTV900 utility vehicle is designed for heavy-duty use with its liquid-cooled, three-cycle Kubota diesel engine, hydrostatic transmission and 1,600-lbs. payload. New for 2007, the RTV900 features a deluxe hard cab with factory pre-hung doors, thermoformed roof and door panels, sound-proofing lowers noise level to 84 dBA, standard, AM/FM/CD player and speakers in hard cab. Kubota also offers its hydraulic tool system on the utility vehicle, which allows the operator to operate one of nine different available hydraulic power tools off of the back of the RTV.
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For more information contact Kubota Tractor Corp. at 888/4-KUBOTA or
www.kubota.com
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3. Bobcat's 2300
Bobcat Co.'s new 2300 4x4 utility vehicle can mow, sweep, and move materials with its RapidLink attachment system. The removable attachment arm can lift loads up to 500 pounds as high as two feet with five specially designed attachments, including a bucket, mower, pallet fork, snow blade and whisker push broom. Users operate and change attachments from their seat with joystick control. The 20-hp vehicle includes Bobcat's IntelliTrak drive system for maximum traction while traversing hills or traveling soft terrain. The 4x4 reaches up to 25 mph.
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For more information contact Bobcat at 866/823-7898 or
www.bobcat.com
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4. John Deere XUV
John Deere's new Gator XUV 4x4 utility vehicle will be available at dealerships in March in electronic fuel injection gas and diesel versions. The Gator XUV features a True 4WD system with an on-demand locking front differential for superior terrain capability. The Gator XUV features 11-in. ground clearance and a new Advanced Suspension System that provides customers with a comfortable ride, even when tackling the most rugged terrain. Maximum cargo capacity is 900 lbs for the cargo box, 1,300 pounds total payload. It reaches a top speed of 30 mph.
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For more information contact John Deere at 800/537-8233 or
www.JohnDeere.com
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