Monday, November 22, 2010

TORO Workman MDE



The TORO Workman MDE is a very high quality utility vehicle made by TORO that is now available.  Its main features include:

Superior Ride Quality (SQR)
SQR combines a coil-over shock absorber suspension design with the active in frame twister joints.  The front suspension is an independent A-frame design with coil-over shock absorbers.

Active In-Frame Twister Joint
The active in frame twister joint allows each axle to react independently to the terrain being driven on, which results in a smooth ride and less potential damage to the Workman.

Operator/Passenger Platform
The workman has 2 separate seats, one for the driver, and one for the passenger which was designed for comfort, the Workman also has an extended front frame which gives more room for the operator and passenger.  

Payload Capacity
The Workman  has the highest total payload capacity's for their class. Which was designed for maximum productivity which results in getting more jobs done in less time.  The Workman's capacity is 1,200lbs.

Rugged Body Styling
The Workman has a new rugged injection-molded body styling, and also has a latch open design cover for easy access for maintenance.

Durable Plastic Cargo Bed
The bed is made of double-walled rotomolded polyethylene plastic, which can withstand the elements of heavy loads yet it wont rust or dent. 

Electric Powered
The Workman is powered by eight 6volt heavy-duty T195 batteries, these extended run batteries hold a good charge and offers the vehicle to operate very quietly.

TORO Workman MDE Specifications:

Price:  -$10,000 New

Motor:  -48Volt DC motor with an extended fan.

Maximum Speed:  -16Mph with fully charged batteries.

Brakes:  -Front wheel, Hydraulic disc brakes.
-Rear wheel , Hydraulic drum brakes.
-The workman is complimented with regenerative brakes.

Ground Clearance:  -Front 10in.
-Rear 7in.

Tires:  -Four 22x9.5-10 which are all 4ply.

Batteries:  -Eight 6v heavy duty T195, each battery runs for 145 min at 75amps.

Controller:  -500 amps maximum 48v with regenerative braking, includes a roll away indicator, thermal cutback, and a status indicator light.

Charger:  -Remote charger with drive inhibit on AC connector.  115 Volt +/-  10% input, 48DC.

Instruments/Dashboard:  -Batter discharge indicator, hour meter, headlight switch, on/off ignition key switch, supervisor speed selector switch, 2 cup holders, radio holder and glove box.

Dimensions:  -Width 59"
-Length 119.75"
-Height 50"
-Wheel Base"

Steering:  -Manual, pinion and sector gear system.

Frame:  -Is made of welded steel channel and tube.

Cargo Bed Size:  -Length 49"
-Width 52"
-Height 12"
-Weight limit 800lbs.

Total Weight Capacity:  -1200lbs

Trailer Towing Capacity:  -800lbs maximum with the heavy duty tow hitch. 

Warranty:  2 year or 1,500 hour limited warranty.


Attachments:

-Canopy.
-Folding windshield.
-Solid Windshield.
-Electric bed lift .
-Rear Lift Kit.
-Brush guard.
-Heavy-Duty front bumper.
-Stake-Side bed extension kit.
-Deluxe hard cab.
-Solid window and door kit.
-Deluxe Refreshment center.
-Heavy-Duty tow receiver kit.
-Horn kit.
-Gas heater kit.
-Reverse alarm kit.
-12V power plug kit.

Review

The TORO Workman MDE is one of the best and most efficient utility vehicles available on the market right now.  The Workman is powered by rechargeable batteries which saves the owner money because you don't have to keep buying gas to refuel this vehicle.  The Workman is very heavy-duty and has a maximum work load of 1200lbs.  Which allows the user to put up to 800lbs in the bed, which has a large area where you can put supplies, fertilizer, dirt, etc.  This utility vehicle is made so that you can customize it with a number of attachment to best suit your needs.  One of the things that i really like is the hydraulic bed lift which allows the operator to raise and lower the bed without ever leaving the cab.  This is also nice is you have a very heavy load in the bed so that you don't have to manually lift it.  Another attachment that i like is the enclosed cab and gas heater, which is nice when the weather is rainy or cold, the heated enclosed cab will keep you dry and warm.  The suspension system on the Workman is very nice because it makes the ride very smooth and this can be very important if you are hauling dirt or mulch in the bed so that you don't spill any of it while driving around.  Another great feature is the tow hitch which can allow the user to attach a sprayer, fertilizer spreader, blower, or trailer.  This makes the Workman able to preform a number of tasks without having to buy a whole separate vehicle for spraying or fertilizing which can save money, all you would have to buy is a sprayer or fertilizer that has a tow hitch on it.  I have used a number of utility vehicles while working at a golf course and the workman is much nicer and much more efficient than any vehicle i have ever used.  I would recommend the TORO Workman MDE to anyone who is looking to buy a utility vehicle for use at a golf course.

NOTE: This is not an advertisement this is a school project for OSU ATI.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

TORO Greensmaster 1600



The Greensmaster 1600 has may features that make it such a great mower these features include:

Grass Baskets
Designed for preformance, the grass basket evenly distributes grass clippings for optimal mowing in evry pass you make, in wet or dry conditions.

Precision Cutting
TORO offeres a wide selection of blades so that you can customize your desired cutting quality, and all blades are smoothe drum type that are gentel on the grass.

Ergonomic Loop Handle Design
This handle is built to make mowing comfortable for a wide range of opperators.  There is a 3 position pull pin that adjusts the height and legnth of the handle,  which allows the operator to quickly adjust the handle for their own comfort.

Quiet Operation
The Kawasaki OHV engines belt is driven by the gearbox, which limits the noise of the mower.

Easy Reel Bedknife Adjustment
The "clicktype" adjustment makes the reel to bedknife adjustment easy and accurate, and prevents misadjustment while tightening the counter nut.

Easy to Service
This mower is designed for easy and dependable access to all service points.

Forward Weight Bias
Enhances mower penetration into the grass and provides straight tracking for the mower.

TORO Greensmaster 1600 Specifications:

Price: $4,500 New

Engine: -Kawasaki 4-Cycle, 3.7hp.
-Air-cooled OHV engine.
-Castiron cylinder sleeve.
-Unleaded gasoline engine.

Fuel Capacity: -2.64 quarts.

Traction Drive: -Belt powered, split drum with differential.
-2 A section V-belts with manually activated idler pulley that provides drive engagement and disengagement.

Reel Drive: -Positive drive belt powered reel.
-Manually activated jaw type clutch that provides drive engagement and disengagement.

Ground Speed: -Mowing speed 1.3mph to 3.5mph.
-Transport speed is a maximum of 5.3mph.

Clutch: -Traction, inside belt idler.
-Reel, jaw type.

Brake: -Service Brake, band type.

Controlls: -Engine mounted, recoil starter and choke.
-Handle Mounted, hour meeter, on/ off switch, throttle lever, traction engage lever and service/ park brake lever.
-Frame mounted, reel drive engage lever.
-Safety devices, neutral interlock system, servicing/ park brake, and enclosed drive system.

Transport Tires and Kickstand: -2 quick detachable tires for transportation.
-Loop style kickstand, which is designed for stability.

Reel Construction: -5" diameter, 8 high carbon steel blades welded to 6 stamped steel spiders.

Cut Specs: -Width 26"
-Height .124"-1.25"

Bedknife/Bedbar: -Dual screw click adjustment to reel.
-Bedknife is high carbon through hardened steel.
-.125 is the standard bedknife.

Grassbasket: -Made of molded polyethylene, and adjustable in 2 positions.

Dimensions: -Length 54.25"
-With 41"
-Height 41.5"
-Weight 230lbs without transport tires.

Warranty: -2 year limited warranty.

Attachments: -Operator presence bail kit.
-5 different bedknifes, each different heights.
-Full roller.
-Front roller extension kit.
-Turf evaluator.
-Traction slow down kit.
-Light kit.
-Groomer and groomer brush assembly kit.

Review

I believe that the TORO Greensmaster 1600 is one of the best greensmowers on the market right now.  There are several reasons why i think this one reason is because there are lots of different options you can choose from to make the greensmaster fit your needs best.  Suck as the assortment of bedknife blades, and the adjustable cutting height.  Another reason is because of the engine that is in the greensmaster, which is Kawasaki OHV.  This engine is extremely quiet which is very important for a golf course, so that you do not disturb golfers, neighbors or anyone else close by.  This mower can operate at a decent speed also, yet it isn't too fast that you cannot control it.  This is also very important because greens are supposed to be mowed in very straight lines.  The forward weights also help with this because they help to balance the mower.  I have personally had the opportunity to use a Greensmaster earlier this year, and it was very easy to mow with.  It maneuvered very smoothly in every way possible, and i would recommend this mower to anyone. 




NOTE:This is in no way shape or form an advertisement, This is a school project for OSU ATI.


Wednesday, November 17, 2010

TORO Reelmaster 6700-D

TORO Reelmaster 6700-D

The Reelmaster 6700-D has a few main features that make this mower appealing to anyone looking to buy a new or used rough mower.  These Features include:

Easy Servicing
Preventative maintenance items are located in the engine compartment for easy access.

Durable Drive System
Planetary gear wheel-drive system provides the needed traction and torque to drive the tires and allows traction system hydraulics to run efficiently, with less heat build up than your typical direct coupled hydraulic mowers.

Mowing Flexibility
The operator can manually adjust the reel speed control, and maintain a high quality of cutting through changes in mowing practices and agronomic conditions. 

TORO Reelmaster 6700-D Specifications:

Price:  $15,500 New

Engine:  -Kubota 4-Cylinder Engine (Rear engine design)
-Kubota V 1505-T liquid cooled diesel engine.
-4 Cylinder head over head valve.
-1.5 Liter displacement.
-Turbo charged.
-42hp.

Fuel System:  -Bosch in-line fuel injection pump.
-Fuel capacity is 15 gallons (57 liters)

Controls:  -Foot operated traction and brake pedals.
-Hand operated throttle, traction speed limiter.
-Parking brake latch.
-Ignition Switch.
-Single joystick controls the blades on and off/ lift and lower.
-Reel speed controls are under the hood.

Traction Drive:  -2wd power to the front wheels is controlled by a hydro static pump run by the engine.
-4wd runs the rear drive axle off of a hydro static transmission when manually put into overdrive. 

Ground Speed:  -0 to 10mph forward
-0 to 4mph reverse.

Brakes:  -Triple disc brakes on front planetary assembly.
-Brakes are powered through hydro static traction drive. 

Steering:  -Power steering.

ROPS:  -2 Post ROPS with a seat belt and optional canopy.

Overall Dimensions:  -Height 60" to 84" depending on 1 of 3 models.
-Length 120" for all models.
-Weight 3,100 to 3,500lbs depending on 1 of 3 models.

Cutting Reels:  -7 Hydraulic driven reels (quickly disconnect for needed maintenance)
-Maximum cutting width-135"
-Reel size 22" wide and 7" diameter, 11 blades on each reel.
-Reel speed is controlled manually by operator. 

Warranty:  -2 year limited warranty.

Accessories:  -Grass basket kit and grass basket mounting kit.
-Heavy duty bedknife.
-Low cut bedknife.
-Front and rear roller scraper kit.
-Powered rear roller brush.
-Rear weight kit.
-Hand held diagnostic tool.
-Leak detector kit.
-Arm rest kit.

Review

The TORO Reelmaster 6700-D is one of the newest rough mowers that TORO had developed.  I believe that even though the price seems very high this mower is worth every single penny.  TORO has been know for producing quality products for years and this mower is just another example of that.  The Reelmaster 6700-D has a wide range of benefits including up to date parts and accessories. One huge benefit is the 7 separate cutting reels reaching a maximum cutting width of 135" there are also a variety of available blades for the reels.  Each have a different purpose such as how long they will last or the height of the cut.  This is something that is essential when cutting rough because that is where the most grass is on a golf course. Therefore the more you can cut the faster you can finish the job.  The Reelmaster can run at at top speed of 10mph which is also important, it moves quick enough to get the job done but yet not so fast that it will tear up the grass.  All of the pedals and controls are located right at you fingertips and right under your feet allowing the operator to mow comfortably and efficiently, this includes the power steering which is not just for comfort, it is also so that the operator can maneuver the mower as quickly and efficiently as possible.  There is a seat belt and roll bar on the Reelmaster to keep the operator safe and secure even when mowing on uneven or steep terrain.    The Reelmaster is powered by a Kubota 4-Cylinder diesel engine which provides the mower enough power and torque to get the job done. Overall I am really impresses with this mower and I hope that some day I will have the opportunity to use one.



Note: This is Not an advertisement, this is for a OSU ATI school project only.