Snapper Unveils New Zero Turn XL at Expo 2004
McDonough, Ga., (September 24, 2004) — Snapper unveiled a new commercial-grade zero turn mower for homeowners at the International Lawn, Garden & Equipment Exposition in Louisville, Ky., September 24-26. The Zero Turn XL will feature a 21-hp Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-twin engine and a 48" mower deck.
The Zero Turn XL will feature:
- Fan-cooled pumps and heavy-duty wheel motors
- Single hydraulic reservoir
- In-line oil filter
- 0-10 mph ground speed
- Fabricated 7-gauge steel mower with heavy-duty spindles
- Seven cutting heights with easy adjustment
- Two 6-gallon fuel tanks
- Twin lever controls
- Deluxe cushion seat with armrests
- All new, contemporary styling
- Two-year homeowner warranty
The suggested retail price for the Snapper Zero Turn XL is $4999.99. Sale price varies by dealer. Visit www.snapper.com for more information.
Snapper traces its roots back to 1894 as Southern Saw Works. Snapper introduced the industry's first self-propelled rotary mower in 1951 and was an innovator of the rear engine riding mower. Today, Snapper manufactures premium lawn care and snow removal equipment for both residential and commercial customers including walk-behind mowers, rear engine riders, tractors, zero turn riders, commercial mowers, snowthrowing equipment, tillers, utility vehicles, generators and pressure washers. Snapper is a division of Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. Simplicity Manufacturing is part of the Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.
For More Information, Contact:
Troy Blewett
Manager, Corporate Communications
(262) 284-8706
tmb@smimail.com