SNAPPER® EXPANDS THE XD 82-VOLT MAX LAWN & GARDEN SYSTEM

The lithium-ion battery powered system is expanding and now includes 16+ tools

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin (October 18, 2017) – Briggs & Stratton Corporation is adding new products to its Snapper XD 82-Volt Max1 Lithium-ion battery-powered lawn & garden tool system. The complete lineup of tools will be on display at the Snapper booth during GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Kentucky, Oct. 18th to the 20th. Powered by a Briggs & Stratton® Battery, the Snapper XD multi-tool system includes the tools homeowners need to efficiently complete yard work, and will now include a self-propelled utility cart, pole saw, self-propelled mower, cultivator, snow shovel and four new attachments for the current string trimmer.

“With the continued expansion of the Snapper XD product offering, we’re equipping the motivated homeowner with all the tools they need to quickly and easily tackle yard work,” says Steve Ryczek, Product Manager Battery Powered Products. “The 82V Max1 Lithium-ion batteries used to power this system have a reduced heat output versus other lower voltage batteries, which increases the longevity of the battery life. This means homeowners can conquer the task at hand knowing they have a reliable power source.”

Like all Snapper XD 82V Max1 lawn and garden tools, the new offerings include a brushless motor for high efficiency and long life. The new offerings on display at GIE+EXPO include:

Self-Propelled Utility Cart (available December 2017)

  • Cargo bed with capacity of 3.7-cubic feet4 and quick-release lever to dump contents with ease
  •  Up to 3-hours (180 minutes) run time with a full 2Ah battery charge5
  • Two forward and reverse speed options
  • Steel hitch for towing at speeds up to 6-mph
    • Folds away easily when not in use
  • Heavy-duty transmission and reinforced steel frame
  • Durable 8-inch caster wheel with foot break and large 12-inch by 5-inch turf drive tires
  • Comfortable, ergonomic rubber handle and touchpoints
  • MAP Price: $499 cart only (battery and charger sold separately)6

Snow Shovel (available December 2017)

  • 12-inch clearing width, 6-inch clearing depth and throws snow up to up to 20-feet5
  • Up to 45-minute run time with a 2Ah battery5
  • Easy push button starting
  • Comfortable, ergonomic rubber handle for easy gripping in cold temperatures
  • Weight strategically positioned at the bottom to provide easier handling
  • MAP Price: $199 snow shovel only / $299 kit (snow shovel, one (a) 2Ah battery and charging station)6

Pole Saw (available December 2017)

  • 10-inch Oregon® bar and chain
  • Up to 30-minute run time with full battery charge5
  • Up to 8.8-foot reach with included extension pole
  • 90-degree pivoting saw head for cutting ease
  • Motor weight positioned in base for easier use
  • Auto-oil system for chain lubrication
  • Durable 1-inch aluminum shaft with cast metal connector
  • Push button multi-speed controls with indicator light
  • Comfortable, ergonomic rubber handle for easy gripping
  • MAP Price: $299 kit (pole saw, extension pole, one 2Ah battery and charging station)6

Cultivator (available December 2017)

  • Adjustable width up to 10-inches with removal of outer tines (minimum of 8.25 inch)
  • Durable 8-inch tines provide tilling depth up to 5-inches deep
  • Up to 30-minute run time with a 2Ah battery5
  • Removable wheels for increased digging performance
  • Sealed metal gear drive transmission
  • Convenient push button starting
  • Heavy-duty handle bars with ergonomic front handle for easy transport
  • MAP Price: $199 cultivator only (battery and charger sold separately)6

String Trimmer Attachments (available October 2017)

  • Cultivator:
    • Maximum tilling width of 10-inches
    • Four, 8-inch tines
    • MAP Price: $99 cultivator attachment only6
  • Extension Pole:
    • Added reach of about 2-feet
    •  MAP Price: $25 extension pole only6
  • Brush Cutter:
    • Cutting width of 7.5-inch
    • Three blades
    • MAP Price: $69 brush cutter attachment only6
  • Pole Saw
    • Rugged 10-inch Oregon® Chain with Micro Chisel Tooth
    • Durable 10-inch Oregon® Steel Bar with plastic cover
    • MAP Price: $99 pole saw attachment only6
  • Hedge Trimmer
    • Tough steel-blade length of 17-inches
    • MAP Price: $99 hedge trimmer attachment only6

19-Inch Walk-Behind Mower (available December 2017)

  • Rugged steel mowing deck features 3-in-1 design – mulch, bag or side discharge grass clippings
  • Up to 45-minute run time with a fully charged 2Ah battery5
  • Load-Sensing Technology adjusts power automatically to meet the demands of the cutting blades
  • Compact vertical storage capability saves storage space
  • Convenient push button start
  • Single-lever, 7-position height-of-cut adjustment
  • Heavy-duty 1-inch diameter rubber handle bar for comfortable operation
  • MAP Price: $399 kit (mower, two (2) 2Ah batteries and charging station)6

21-Inch Self-Propelled Mower (available December 2017)

  • Rugged steel mowing deck features 3-in-1 design – mulch, bag or side discharge grass clippings
  • Up to 45-minute run time with a fully charged 2Ah battery5
  • Self-propelled with variable speed options
  • Load-Sensing Technology adjusts power automatically to meet the demands of the cutting blades
  • Compact vertical storage capability saves space on a flatbed or in the bed of a truck
  • Convenient push button starting
  • Single-lever, 7-position height-of-cut adjustment
  • Heavy-duty 1-inch diameter padded handle bars for comfortable operation
  •  MAP Price: $599 kit (mower, two (2) 2Ah batteries and charging station)6

Most Snapper XD tools have a five-year limited consumer warranty2, while the String Trimmer Attachments have a three-year limited warranty2. All Briggs & Stratton 82V Max1 Batteries and the Rapid Charging Station have a two-year limited consumer warranty2. The 82V Max1 Lithium-ion 2Ah battery works in all products, and the 4Ah and 5Ah battery works in most Snapper XD tools, with the exception of the chainsaw3, which should only be used with the 2Ah battery.

Learn more about the Snapper XD 82-Volt Max1 Lithium-ion battery-powered lawn and garden tool system at www.snapper.com.

1Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without workload) is 82-volts. Nominal voltage is 72.

2See operator’s manual or www.snapper.com for complete warranty details; 90-day commercial warranty on product only; battery warranty valid for residential use only.

3Chainsaw for use with 2Ah battery only. The 4Ah and 5Ah battery should not be used with the chainsaw.

4Weight limit: 220 lbs. (100kg) on level cement surfaces – overloading may cause injury and could permanently damage unit.

5Run time and output capacity may be affected by conditions.

6Prices vary by dealer/retailer. Setup, delivery, taxes not included.

Media Contact: 

Liz Dorland
402.437.6066
lizd@swansonrussell.com

About Briggs & Stratton Corporation:

Briggs & Stratton Corporation (NYSE: BGG), headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is focused on providing power to get work done and make people's lives better. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of power generation, pressure washers, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Simplicity®, Snapper®,  Ferris®, Vanguard®, Allmand™, Billy Goat®, Murray®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in over 100 countries on six continents. For additional information, please visit www.basco.com and www.briggsandstratton.com.