Cub Cadet Commercial
Tougher than the bolted design found on many mowers, the 1748 wide-area walk-behind mower offers a fully welded, one-piece engine platform and mowing deck. Features include a 7-gauge steel skirt, reinforced solid-steel plates and a 48-in. Command Cut System cutting deck. Its patented Vari-Touch foot controls allow drive-belt adjustments on the go from 8 to 24 lbs., providing traction on wet or hilly terrain. CubCadetCommercial.com or 877/835-7841
Ariens Co.
The new EverRide Wasp Hydro with a 52-in. deck offers twin 10cc hydraulic pumps and motors, as well as a 19-hp Kawasaki Kai engine. Complete with a 7-gauge laser cut steel deck, it also includes long-life, maintenance-free spindles and heavy-duty, heat-treated blades. Additionally, a belt-drive system offers loop handle, operator presence controls, which gives sharp turning-radius trimming ability. Everride.com or 920/756-2141
Honda Commercial Mowers
Both the new self-propelled, hydrostatic drive HRC216HXA (pictured) and push-type HRC216PDA mowers feature Honda’s exclusive MicroCut twin-blade mulching technology. Other features include a dome shaped deck design that facilitates both bagging and mulching while delivering finer clipping particles; a front bumper that provides mower deck and engine protection, as well as convenient transport tie down; durable, lightweight Xenoy wheels with axle protectors; and a large-capacity grass bag with on/off feature. HondaPowerEquipment.com or 800/426-7701
Gravely
The new Hydro HE 1948FL Pro-Walk mower features 19 hp and a cutting width of 48 in. The drivetrain systems consist of Hydro-Gear 10cc pump and 12-cu.-in. wheel motor, Ogura GT 1A Electric Clutch and 16-in. drive tires. Operator ergonomics include an electric starter system and large-diameter fuel cap for quick refueling. Additional features include semi-pneumatic casters, which are designed to never go flat; a loop-handle Pro Steer Ground-Drive Control with Intuitive Action; and a heavy-duty plastic side discharge chute. Ariens.com or 800/472-8359
Hustler Turf Equipment
With improved features, the re-designed commercial walk-behind TrimStar Hydro offers users a heavier-duty transmission than before, along with improved handling and stability. The redesigned TrimStar also provides a one-step height adjustment system, with a deck lift that has just one lever instead of several sets of pins. To cater to a variety of needs, three deck sizes are available: 36, 48 and 54 in. Additionally, an electric-start option is available for the 54-in. configuration. HustlerTurf.com or 800/395-4757
Scag Power Equipment
Available in 36-and 48-in. deck models, the all-new Scag SFW belt-drive, floating-deck walk-behind features a cutting height adjustment system that requires no tools. Operators will spend less time greasing thanks to the low-maintenance design. A lighter overall weight allows for easier handling when traversing curbs and other obstacles. The company also offers a two-year mower warranty. Scag.com or 920/387-3150
