New Powerful 60 HP Diesel Engine for Jacobsen R-311 Rotary Mower



April 27, 2010

Jacobsen, A Textron Inc (NYSE: TXT) company, has announced the availability of the R-311 Turbo rotary mower with a more powerful, turbocharged Kubota V2403-M engine.  Rated at 60 hp (56 hp net @2600 RPM) the new R-311 has the power to tackle the toughest turf management jobs.  The 45 hp model is now discontinued.

Jacobsen R-311
The Jacobsen R-311 has been upgraded with a 60 hp turbocharged Kubota diesel engine.

The new engine provides more torque making the R-311 the ideal mowing solution for the challenging turf conditions often found on sports fields, parks, recreational areas and golf courses.

Further enhancements over the previous 45 hp model include a removable storage console and improved engine bay seating.  Serviceability has been improved by the addition of an angled quick-drain valve for the hydraulic tank, external battery charging posts and replaceable height of cut adjustment brackets.

Quinn Derby, product manager at Jacobsen commented,
"While upgrading the power unit we've also taken th opportunity to improve the durability and serviceability making the R-311 one of the best wide area rotary mowers available to turf managers."


About Jacobsen
With over 90 years of experience in the turf maintenance industry, Jacobsen has built a legacy of precision craftsmanship, legendary quality of cut and unmatched expertise. Dedicated solely to delivering perfectly groomed turf, Jacobsen equipment is used on some of the finest golf courses, sports fields and other formal turf areas across the United States and the world, through an extensive distribution network and the international Ransomes brand. Additional information about the company can be found at www.jacobsen.com.

About Textron
Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft Company, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, and Textron Systems. More information is available at www.textron.com.

For further information, please contact:

Adam Slick, Public Relations and Communications Manager
Jacobsen
704-504-4867
aslick@textron.com