John Deere is
introducing improved versions of its hugely popular Gator utility vehicle and out-front rotary mower at SALTEX 2017 in November.
The company is also launching a new lawn tractor at the NEC Birmingham.
The newly styled Gator XUV 865M
utility vehicle represents the
company’s quietest ever cab, offering more room for both driver and passengers and an
extremely efficient heating system, including a windscreen defrost feature,
this new full-size Gator is designed to maximise year-round productivity and
comfort.
Featuring an 854cc,
23hp diesel engine, CVT transmission and power steering plus a top speed of
50kph, the XUV 865M offers a tight turning circle and optimal weight
distribution for superior off-road performance.
For extra
versatility, it can be fitted with a wide range of over 90 attachments from
snow blades to winches, and has a large 42-litre fuel tank to keep the vehicle
running longer between fill-ups.
The adjustable
driver’s seat can accommodate three people, for off-road use only. This latest
model also features ample legroom and a tiltable steering wheel to help reduce
driver fatigue during long working days. The versatile and durable cargo box
has a load capacity of 454kg, while towing capacity has been increased by a
third to 907kg and total payload capacity is 680kg.
John Deere’s new
Gator XUV 865M utility vehicle will be available from UK and Irish dealers in
early 2018.
Also on show will be
John Deere's improved wide area mower.
Suitable for
large-scale commercial mowing operations, John Deere’s new Series III version
of the 1600 Turbo WAM out-front rotary mower is being launched at the NEC.
This model now
boasts a Stage 5 engine to meet the latest emission standards, together with an
improved cooling system for sustained use. It is designed for operator comfort,
with a fully adjustable high-backed air suspension seat, and features run-flat castor
wheel tyres to reduce downtime and increase productivity.
With its 3.25m
(128in) overall cutting width, the 1600T WAM offers the ultimate in power,
manoeuvrability and traction for commercial mowing contractors, local
authorities, golf courses and other public and private institutions. Additional
improvements for 2018 include an increase in transport speed to 15mph for extra
productivity, and enhanced Service ADVISOR diagnostics for easy maintenance.
Featuring a proven
mechanical four-wheel drive system and an 83-litre (18gal) fuel tank, the
Series III 1600T wide area mower is powered by a 60hp (44kW) turbocharged
Yanmar diesel engine. This is equipped with electronic engine control and a
cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system for lower emissions and improved
engine responsiveness. The new engine has a high torque reserve and can produce
plenty of power for the toughest conditions.
The three robust
rear-discharge mower decks are fabricated from 7-gauge steel, the thickest in
the industry. Each wing has a breakaway feature that allows the mower deck to
move back and away from any obstacle, then automatically reset to the normal
working position.
Other operator
friendly specifications include electronic cruise control, hydrostatic power
steering and a tiltable steering wheel. In addition, the ROPS frame can be
folded down easily without tools, for safe operation under tree canopies or in
other confined spaces.
