Ransomes Jacobsen returns after a year’s absence with a host of new products.

The Ransomes Parkway 3 is a new ride-on triple mower, which takes its DNA from the Parkway 2250 and incorporates many of the features and benefits of the Highway 3, launched at the Show back in 2009.

The standard machine comes with 6-blade Magna cutting units, a swing-out centre unit and maintenance-free rear axle, fingertip controls mounted on an adjustable armrest together with beacon, lights and ROPs.

Also on display will be the Ransomes HR300, an upgraded out-front rotary mower with easier access to the operator’s platform, improved transmission efficiency, a choice of wheel width for improved stability, digital screen and controls providing communality with the Highway 3 and new Parkway 3.

The Jacobsen GP400 greens mower appears at the show for the first time. The innovative tank design incorporates the fuel and hydraulic reservoirs in a single moulded unit and is hinged to provide much improved access to the engine compartment. An all-new ROPS frame, prepared to take the optional dew whip holder, is fitted to a strengthened chassis that reduces vibration to the operator.

Another first are the Jacobsen LF550 and LF570 light fairway mowers. A smooth uptake of power using the ‘drive-by-wire’ operation of the digitally controlled traction pedal is a feature that greenkeepers will experience. This helps to prevent wheel spin and the low pedal effort increases operator comfort. SureTrac, a new traction system provides class leading climbing ability on slopes and a new braking system features maintenance-free wet brakes integrated into the front wheel motors.

The undoubted highlight from Jacobsen is the new Eclipse 322 Electric; a battery-powered version of their unique hybrid greens mower. With absolutely no hydraulics there’s no chance of an accidental spill.