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Slip clutch protection instead of shear pins to reduce downtime and protect tractor and implement during operation.
Quick hitch compatibility and 540 PTO driveline for fast, hassle-free hookup.
Flip-up wing kits to increase surface coverage or allow rocks and debris to pass to the side.
Adjustable rubber deflector with single-pin tilt-away action to control material flow without tools.
Manual or optional hydraulic angle adjustment to create windrows or shift material as needed.
Fiber-reinforced rubber deflector and sealed chain box with external tension adjustment for reduced maintenance and longer life.
JOHN DEERE DIESEL ZTRAK ZERO-TURN MOWERS John Deere expanded its lineup of Diesel ZTrak zero-turn mowers, and also unveiled its new independent E-Cut wing deck design with the introduction of the FastBack Pro 100, available exclusively on the Z998R model. The John Deere lineup of commercial mowers is welcoming three models, including the debut of the brand new Z998R. In addition, the existing Z997R model received a full design upgrade and is now available in two trim levels, including the Z997R and Z997M.
New to the market, the Z998R operates as a traditional 100-inch zero-turn mower or adapts on the fly with the touch of a button. Thanks to its independently controlled E-Cut wing decks and electric drive motors, operators can raise or lower each wing deck to navigate around trees, fences, gates and other obstacles without interrupting mowing. You can even mow with just one wing deck down, giving you flexible cutting widths of 60, 80, or 100 inches to suit the job at hand. Additionally, the electric spindle motors are designed for easy serviceability and are well protected from jobsite elements.
Making for a more customized experience, operators using a Z997R or Z998R can benefit from the smart powertrain system that offers multiple mowing settings including Eco, Cut Quality and Productivity modes. Controlled through a new, advanced touchscreen display, operators can easily manage setting to meet their desired mowing needs. The new LoadMatch feature helps maintain consistent blade tip speed under heavy loads by adjusting traction speed automatically, allowing for a higher cut quality overall. Additionally, drive-by-wire
electronic controls enable automated throttle, transmission and enhanced steering control for increased efficiency.
Designed strategically with the operator in mind, the Z998R and Z998M models received various operator station improvements, including enhancements that deliver a more ergonomic operator experience. The premium air ride seat enables a smoother ride and decreased strain on the operator, while the new steering levers provide optimal control. In addition, the integrated park brake makes for easy and intuitive operator transitions.
The Height of Cut( HoC) system has been enhanced to offer center deck adjustment ranges from 1.0 to 5.5 inches in 0.25-inch increments. The wing deck height adjustment features a front caster system, which allows for tool-free field adjustment using magnetic locking keys. This simplified design enables the operator to seamlessly adjust the mower’ s cut height on the go.
Lastly, a newly improved cooling package has been repositioned to be housed behind the operator. The relocation of the cooling package significantly reduces debris accumulation, allowing for longer operations in hot weather conditions.
KRESS AUTONOMOUS COMMERCIAL MOWER Kress Commercial unveiled its latest breakthrough in autonomous mowing technology. The Kress Robotics KR800, or“ Voyager,” is designed specifically for route-based landscaping operations.
Voyager is an autonomous, 40-inch robotic mower equipped with a fusion of real time kinematic( RTK) technology, LiDAR, VisionAI and high-tech sensors. Voyager operates boundary-wirefree with centimeter-level accuracy and the sophistication typical of autonomous cars. After a simple, one-time mapping process,
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