Designed specifically for use by the amenity and grounds care market, the new Lamborghini Green Pro tractors offer a range of features to allow a wide variety of operations to be achieved - loader work, mowing, pto and hydraulically powered implements, top dressing, transport and so on.

The range comprises six models with power ratings from 20hp to 50hp – the G23H, G27H and G30H powered by 3-cylinder Mitsubishi water cooled engines, the G35H by a 4-cylinder Mitsubishi and the range topping G40H and G50H versions by 4-cylinder Perkins engines.

Both the Mitsubishi and Perkins engines are designed to operate at higher than normal engine speeds and, in complying with the latest emission control legislation, are among the cleanest and quietest in this power sector.

All models employ hydrostatic transmissions, with the three smaller tractors having a two-stage 17kph box while others in the range benefit from a three-stage box rated at 27kph.

Use of hydrostatic drive allows a precise operating speed to be selected and for top-end models there are forward and reverse drive pedals which make directional changes both smooth and simple. There is also cruise control so that the selected speed is maintained and even load sensing which helps to maintain a pre-set engine speed.

In the hydraulic department there are two pumps – one is responsible for the power steering and the other provides the power for the rear linkage which, depending on model, is rated at up to 1500kg and has float, position and draft control. For loader work, a joystick is fitted as standard and there are two double acting spool valves available.

Green Pro tractors have electro-hydraulic engagement of the rear pto with an option for a mid-mounted pto. When set in auto-mode, the pto is disengaged as the rear linkage is raised and re-engaged on lowering.

For the operator, the optional cab provides a well-ventilated, comfortable working environment with generous amounts of glass and ergonomically positioned controls. Air conditioning is standard on the G40H and G50H models.

Overall then, the Green Pro range offers a high degree of versatility, reliability and operator friendliness in that they are simple to drive and to maintain.