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ABI FORCE The ABI Force is specifically engineered for professional ball field management and commercial-grade contractor work . The heart of the ABI Force is its patented Responsive Variable Force Technology . This patented technology enables a small footprint zeroturn platform to do the work of much larger and heavier equipment with a fraction of the otherwise required tractive effort . Located at the mid-underbelly , the RVF system hydraulically controls groundengaging attachments with lift , variable down pressure , and pitch adjustments . The ABI Force can also be equipped with a complete laser system , allowing the mid-mount grading box to cut highs and fill lows , based on the infrared beam received from the transmitter — achieving grade within a quarter of an inch . ABI empowers the world with better ways to get outdoor work done , pushing the limits of innovation and providing the quality and precise performance that exceeds industry expectations .

NEWSTRIPE DIRT MEDIC INFIELD DRAG & GROOMER Newstripe ’ s Dirt Medic infield drag & groomer is specifically designed for use with garden tractors , light utility vehicles and ATVs to fill and level Little League to high school infields . With the durability of larger units , the Dirt Medic infield drag & groomer weighs only 200

pounds , and has a 4-foot-wide grooming path with 10-inch pneumatic wheels for easy transport . A single hand crank adjusts both the angle and depth of the harrow teeth . Proudly made in the USA and backed by an 18-month warranty .

REDEXIM TURF TIDY The Turf Tidy is a versatile sweeping machine , allowing for dethatching , verticutting , sweeping or flail cutting . The Turf Tidy ’ s fully floating head follows the ground contours , ensuring accurate cutting and excellent pickup . Wet and dry leaves , pine needles , sweet gum tree balls and even cores are quickly and

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