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.