Lawn and Garden Equipment Category Winner
1305BC brush cutter
Turf Teq
Key Innovation: This unit features a hydrostatic drive, variable angle cutting head, oscillating cutting head, multi-use tractor with quick-attach capability, and side discharge.
Turf Teq introduces the Model 1305BC brush cutter. This unit features a 13-hp Honda engine and is self-propelled with a fully hydrostatic forward/reverse transmission. The machine also features an innovative variable-angle cutting head, which allows the operator to cut under fences, trees and other difficult to mow areas. On hillsides, the pivoting feature adds stability to the machine by increasing the machine’s overall ground contact pattern. The deck pivots incrementally to the left up to 1-foot beyond the handle bars. The deck also has an adjustable cutting height. The hydrostatic drive provides maximum productivity while operating in a variety of conditions. The operating speed is infinitely variable with the forward/reverse control lever at the operator’s right hand. There is no need to stop and change gears to increase or decrease speed or to change direction. All controls are located at the operator handlebars. The model 1305BC also features a multi-use tractor with quick attach that can be converted to operate a power edger, power broom or power rake.
RER: What makes the 1305BC brush cutter innovative?
James Day, general manager, Turf Teq: The machine features an innovative industry leading variable angle cutting head allowing the operator to cut under fences, trees and other difficult to mow areas. On hill sides the pivoting feature adds stability to the machine by increasing the machines overall ground contact pattern. The deck pivots incrementally to the left up to one foot beyond the handle bars. The deck also has adjustable cutting height. The hydrostatic drive provides maximum productivity while operating in a variety of conditions. The operating speed is infinitely variable with the forward / reverse control lever at the operator’s right hand. There is no need to stop and change gears to increase or decrease speed or to change direction.
RER: What are the benefits of the 1305BC brush cutter? How does it make jobs more effective and efficient for rental professionals and their contractor customers?
Day: The pivoting deck allows the operator to cut under fences, trees and other difficult to mow areas. The hydrostatic drive provides maximum productivity while operating in a variety of conditions. The operating speed is infinitely variable with the forward / reverse control lever at the operator’s right hand. There is no need to stop and change gears to increase or decrease speed or to change direction.
RER: Describe the development process of the 1305BC brush cutter. Where did the idea come from and who was responsible for its engineering and development?
Day: The idea to develop a brush cutter attachment came from our dealers and customers. When we hear a suggestion once or twice we may dismiss it. When we hear the same suggestion multiple times we begin to ask questions and start to develop a plan for building a prototype. We try to base our new product development on what most customers need and are willing to purchase. At Turf Teq we design and develop our own products. We listen to our customers to find out why they need this product from us. Usually it is because current products do not meet their requirements. Our goal is to fill that niche with quality, reliable products.
