£17500.00 VAT John Deere X948 Lawn Tractor – 54″ Deck with Mulch Control

John Deere X948 54″ (137cm)  Reliable, High Torque Engine – Yanmar 18kW (24.5kW) at 3,400rpm. The 3-cylinder diesel engine offers high torque to power all attachments. Efficient combustion reduces exhaust emissions and increases fuel economy. The redesigned bonnet improves air management for lower operating temperatures. Mowing Deck – Side Discharge 54” (137 cm) commercial grade deck is stamped from a single steel plate, then rust-proofed in a special dual process. The shaft drive is built to last, and the wet PTO clutch is virtually maintenance-free. The rear discharge deck is ideal for up-close trimming on both sides, and converts from mulching to rear discharge in under 30 seconds. The side discharge deck is perfect in long grass. Mulching – Mulch Control provides the ability to change between mulching and side discharge. Hydrostatic Transmission and Hydraulic Power Steering – Twin Touch Foot Pedals, 4-wheel drive & 2-front wheel steer Frame – A full length, fully welded steel frame provides maximum strength. The uilt-in front bumper accepts front weights and the nodular cast iron front axle maximises durability. Easy to Use Hydraulics – Ergonomic levers hydraulically raise and lower the mower deck and attachments. A “float” position enables front-mounted equipment to follow ground contours. The intuitive controls enable easy operation.