ruster1
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After my demo 2 weeks ago I was sold on the Ventrac 4200TD (31 HP Turbo Deisel) with dual wheel kit. The demo only had a 60" deck, but I ordered a Demo 72" deck since I need to cut with the duals. I was able to get the free slip scoup which will be nice for hauling mulch and gravel and other small jobs. I also got the 60" blade for my 600' driveway which is all downhill and is a bear in the winter time. I have been very surprised by the power and hill climbing adventure since I moved alot of earth from behind the house to the front to create a plateau (hence the 30 deg slopes and beds to cut around).. I was used to my Simplicity cut with the rollers and dragged deck.. but have to say.. VERY HAPPY with the cut.. throws clipping much better and even in wet grass.. rollers on the Ventrac HM722 deck work very well.. and no scalping.. my lawn is uphill all the way, about 3.5 acres to cut and with some serious slopes.. still getting used to the articulating steering but it is a dream to handle.. the floating option makes a great cut.. I am getting the optional foot pedal controller in case I want to take some strain off my right arm with the SDLA controller.. or for easier backing up.. (when on a hill and backing up.. have to pull a bit to move the SDLA.. very happy so far.. got the more expensive TD engine.. but the extra torque is handy for my place.. I may look to purchse the empty pasture behind me and get a rough cut deck for it.. Love this machine.. cant wait for snow season ! ! .. AWD articulating.. will not need chains and spare my driveway and stamped concrete from scuffs..
Here are a few pics.. I put her in park on the hills to take some pics.. I was making figure 8's on the slopes to cut around these beds.. NO PROBLEMS..!!
Here are a few pics.. I put her in park on the hills to take some pics.. I was making figure 8's on the slopes to cut around these beds.. NO PROBLEMS..!!
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