Toro Groundsmaster 360 Quad Steer Brochure 2011 Catalog

Groundsmaster 360 Quad-SteerTM ® Seriously advancing the way you cut grass. We’re taking productivity in a whole new direction. Winning the world over. The Toro Groundsmaster® 360 Quad-SteerTM has been getting rave reviews at parks and golf courses from the US and Canada to Australia and Germany­which is where Sergej Alexnders took his test drive. According to Sergej, the Groundsmaster 360 Quad-Steer takes productivity to a whole new level. “It’s more maneuverable. When there are obstacles like trees, you don’t have to do hand trimming afterward.

You don’t need to drive backwards, you can just keep moving forward and do it all in one go. You can do more, and get more done with this machine. ” The Groundsmaster 360 turns a new corner in turf maintenance with revolutionary Quad-SteerTM all-wheel steering. Groundsmaster ® 360 Quad-SteerTM The new Groundsmaster 360 Quad-Steer drives circles around other mowers. You have to drive it to believe it. The Groundsmaster 360 is engineered with Quad-SteerTM technology, for true all-wheel cornering. When turning the steering wheel, the inside and outside tires pivot around a common point so you can make tight turns or trim around obstacles without turf damage. What’s it feel like? Imagine sticking a pencil in the ground and trimming around it 360 degrees without worrying about tearing the turf. Not only that, but the Groundsmaster 360 Quad-Steer is remarkably easy to operate. Just about anyone can easily operate it and do a superior job with minimal training. The back of the mower follows within the width of the deck, making it easy to trim around trees, poles or along fences without hitting the mower’s rear end. Groundsmaster ® 360 Quad-SteerTM Built like a Groundsmaster All-Day, All-Terrain Get the Quad-Steer Advantage All four wheels pivot around the same point in the Quad-Steer system so you can make tighter turns without injuring the turf. And, because it uses a standard steering wheel instead of stick steering, the Groundsmaster 360 is easy for new operators to learn how to drive. Don’t be fooled by its nimble turning response; this new Groundsmaster is a workhorse through and through. It’s engineered with all the rugged features that built the Groundsmaster reputation for nonstop performance, plus innovations that will really boost your productivity. A New Angle On Operator Safety By combining the responsiveness of QuadSteer control with a wider wheel stance, we created a mower that can scamper up steep slopes, trim 360-degree circles around objects on side hills, and still maintain optimal traction and control. Scales Curbs In a Single Bound One of the most impressive features about the Groundsmaster 360 according to Andrew Sterling of Sydney, Australia, is how effortlessly it climbs curbs, thanks to the pivoting front axle and high ground clearance. “In the past, we’ve blown out tires and damaged rims, ” he says. “I can’t see any of that happening in the future with this machine, and that will save us a whole lot of downtime. ” Power Through Your Toughest Jobs Shift your productivity into high gear with this 36 hp Kubota® 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel engine. It not only has all the horsepower and torque you need to handle your most difficult mowing conditions, it simplifies routine maintenance with quick, tool-free access to regular service points, and common parts across the Groundsmaster line. Quick Change Artist A simple hole and pin system lets you easily change the height of cut from 1 “- 6 ” in ¼ ” increments. You can temporarily lift the deck to avoid roots, litter or other obstacles, and a transport setting lets you raise the deck over 6. ” Tougher Than the Rest The cast iron spindle housings on the Groundsmaster® 360 feature a massive 9 ” diameter base and spreads impact loads across a broader area. Dual tapered roller bearings last up to six times longer than ball bearings. The spindle shaft is made of ¼ ” (32 mm) hardened steel and is 25% thicker than competitive spindles. The result is unsurpassed stability and strength for longer deck and spindle life. Bullish On Durability We Stacked the Decks In Your Favor Its 72 ” Guardian® Recycler® deck is engineered with a patented, vertical discharge system that forces clippings to be cut and re-cut, for better clipping management and safety. The 72 ” rear discharge deck powers through tall or thick grass without discharging clippings outside the cutting path. Finally, the 72 ” side discharge deck delivers a lightning fast blade tip speed of 18,000 fpm (feet per minute), assuring a cleaner cut without sacrificing mowing speed. A unique bull-nose bumper protects the cutting deck’s leading edge and minimizes blowout of grass and dust. The leading edge is also raised ¼ ” so grass stands up straight for a cleaner cut. Engineered to Take the Heat You don’t have to worry about overheating slowing your operators down. The Groundsmaster 360 has a plenum cooling system under the hood that pulls air into the radiator and engine compartment, even under dusty conditions. If the rear screen is blocked with debris, cool air is drawn from the top to prevent overheating. Groundsmaster ® 360 Quad-SteerTM 2WD The Power to Mow More In Less Time Forget about all the obstacles that used to slow you down on mowing day. The 2-Wheel Drive Groundsmaster 360 Quad-Steer quickly sails around rocks, trees or anything else in its way, with virtually zero trim. You can keep right on moving, instead of going back to make another cleanup pass. And, because the rear end follows within the width of the deck, you can mow in and out of tight areas without damaging turf, equipment or property, or breaking a sweat. 2-Wheel Drive Redefining “Easy to Operate ” The Groundsmaster 360 is designed to put your operators in control of their comfort and safety. The steering tower, seat and armrests adjust to individual preferences in seconds. The operator seat is isolated with rubber mounts that absorb jarring vibrations that can strain an operator’s back and shoulders. All the essential controls are fingertip-accessible. Even the height of cut can be quickly changed with a simple hole and pin system. ·Quad-SteerTM all-wheel steering ·36 hp Kubota 4 cylinder diesel engine ·72 ” (183 cm) cutting width ·Side discharge Guardian® Recycler,® or rear discharge deck options ·7-gauge welded steel cutting decks ·Integrated direct-drive transmission with hydraulically actuated wet multi-disc PTO clutch ·Mowing/transport speed range: 0 ­ 14 mph (0 – 23 km/hr) ·Optional differential lock kit ·Optional speed reduction kit Behind-the-seat storage for weather gear, tools, gloves or a snack. Versatility is Its Middle Name When Kim Hansen of Batavia, Illinois, had a chance to test drive the new Groundsmaster 360, she quickly saw all kinds of ways it could make her more productive. “Right away I thought, wow, you could use this to mow regular park areas with flat terrain. And then, you could also take it into the rougher areas, and raise up the deck to do a rough cut.

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