Ransomes Jacobsen, the Ipswich-based distributor of Iseki tractors and mowers, has introduced a new series of TG tractors, ideal for municipal and contractor grounds maintenance applications.

The new TG6 series, replacing the current TG5, features a range of four compact tractors – the TG6370 IQ, TG6400 HST, TG6490 IQ and TG6490 HST. The TG6370 IQ and TG6400 HST are powered by Iseki three-cylinder, liquid cooled diesel engines operating at 2600rpm, developing 36 and 39 PS respectively. Both TG6490 variants feature a four-cylinder Iseki engine developing 48 PS. Like all Iseki diesel engines, these power plants have been designed to provide high output with reduced emissions.

A new ergonomic design with a smoother profile provides better accessibility to the engine compartment and a new cab design offers more space, more headroom, wider opening doors and air-conditioning on all models. ROPS is also available on all models.

The IQ transmission models have three ranges, each with eight forward/reverse gears and feature two dual clutches for quick and smooth gear changes and an automatic mode which utilises the top four gears, which change automatically, especially useful when towing or when on the public highway.

The contoured nose provides a clear view to the front of the machine; modern combination switches and controls have been employed and there’s a high quality, soft feel steering wheel, hydrostatic power steering and smooth two-mode adjustable PTO engagement. The main controls are located in a console on the right-hand side of the operator platform and a “feather touch” shuttle lever controlling forward/backward travel is located on the steering column.

Lifting capacity starts with an impressive 1,270 Kg (at ball ends) for the TG6400 rising to a hefty 1,700 Kg on the TG6490 IQ. Optional mid-mounted side discharge rotary cutting decks are available with 1.52 metres (60”) and 1.83 metre (72”) cutting widths.

Pricing has yet to be confirmed, but the new TG6 series is sure to appeal to landscape and professional grounds care contractors as well as greenkeepers and groundsmen.