OPE + announces its selections for the Twenty for 2024 New Product Awards , which recognize the top products introduced in the past year for landscape professionals . Products were judged by the OPE + staff based on innovation , marketability and application within the market , with the stipulation that products must be available in the market in 2024 .

The Twenty for 2024 OPE + New Product Award winners , in alphabetical order by company name , are as follows :

Bobcat ZT6000e mower

This highly maneuverable , battery-powered Bobcat ZT6000e electric zero-turn mower allows operators to take on challenging mowing tasks with precision , ease and sustainability . Producing zero emissions , the ZT6000e requires fewer components and less maintenance than gas-powered equivalents , costs less to operate and leaves behind a high-quality cut every time . The machine can be fully recharged in as little as 6.3 hours ( depending on voltage connection ) and can run for up to eight hours covering 23.8 acres in a single charge . Apart from recharging , the battery doesn ’ t require any maintenance for the life of the mower . The ZT6000e is built with dual-tubed steel framing for durability and a high-back suspension seat for comfort . It has a top speed of 10.9 miles per hour , and three drive response modes to adjust for varying conditions . The AirFX cutting system , available as a 52- or 61- inch deck , has a deep profile and bullnose design to create a vacuum that lifts grass to the blade for a uniform cut . The blades are powered by three electric motors for both high and low blade speed , which can be changed on the go to accommodate heavier mowing conditions .

Ditch Witch SK1750

The Ditch Witch SK1750 and the TriTrax system feature a patent-pending track tension window for added productivity and a smoother ride . The SK1750 mini stand-on skid-steer is built to handle a range of landscape , irrigation and tree- www . OPE-Plus . com

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