GREENSTAR Model Ref. HUGS1A


Greenstar model ref. HUGS1A
Ride-on Triple Greens Mower
The Greenstar gives discerning greenkeepers the performance, reliability and cutting quality they demand.
Permanent all-wheel drive gives superb grip and consistent mowing performance; 11-blade reels give a high clip rate for a fine finish. Automatic fixed mowing speed control ensures a consistent cut on every green. The reliable and economical diesel engine is fully shrouded for quiet operation and coupled to servo-assisted hydrostatic drive.
Service and maintenance is made easy by fully interchangeable, quick-detach cutting units and in-situ variable speed back-lapping capability.

     Optional certificated ROP bar
   Verti-reel units for scarifying and turf   
   renovation
    Quick-detach cutting unit motors
    Optional rear roller cleaning brushes     Choice of plain or slotted rollers and 
    optional powered groomers

Features
Quality and reliability
Low decibel rating for improved operator comfort and reduced noise nuisance to players and neighbours
Operator comfort and safety with suspension seat, conveniently located controls and low centre of gravity
Good value. Many standard features on the Greenstar are optional extras on competitive mowers.
Permanent all-wheel drive as standard for superior traction and safety, reducing skid damage to fine turf. The Greenstar is the only greens mower offering this important feature as standard
3 hydraulically driven floating head cutting units giving 1.47m (58 in) width of cut.
Steering cutting units maintains cutting performance when perimeter cutting - particularly important when using groomer
All 11 blade units quick-detach for easy, spannerless removal/replacement.
Height of cut infinitely adjustable from 3 - 13mm (1/8 in - 1/2 in). Special low cut blades available.
Cutting Frequency variable according to mowing speed setting. At 6km/h (3.8mph), 229 cuts/m (210 cuts/yd)
Automatic mowing speed gives controlled, consistent quality of cut
Plain front and rear rollers. Slotted front rollers optional
Rear roller cleaning brush is standard on Competition Model to maintain constant height of cut and eliminate debris drop on playing surface
Groomer attachment is standard on Competition Model producing a faster, truer surface without reducing height of cut
Moulded glass-fibre grass collectors with integral hand hold
Power steering and excellent turning circle for efficient and comfortable handling
Variable speed backlapping using simple switch
Excellent ground clearance reduces chances of damage to cutting units during transport between greens
Easy access for maintenance
Designed and manufactured in Great Britain


Options:
Five-bladed tees/utility units
Verti-reel units

Micro-adjustable powered groomers

Micro-adjustable turf combs (cannot be used with groomers)
Plain or slotted front rollers
Powered rear roller brushes

Headlamp kit
Flag holder
Certificated rollover protection kit


Specification

Cutting width 147cm 58ins
Transport width 172cm 68ins
Length (incl collectors) 262cm 103ins
Length (excl collectors) 231cm 91ins
Height to top of steering wheel 132cm 52ins
Wheelbase 147cm 58ins
Weight with groomers and roller brushes 586kg 1289lbs
Turn radius on full lock 51cm 20ins
Diesel tank (with fuel gauge) 25L 5.5gals

Power Unit
Engine: Vanguard logo
3 cylinder, water-cooled diesel rated at 20hp at 2800 rpm. Low, rear mounted position with full engine cowling ensures maximum mower stability and quiet operation (80dBA). Engine cover and seat tilt fully for all-round servicing access. Engine protection against overheat and oil pressure loss by "auto-shutdown" system.
Wheel plan: 3 wheel configuration with permanent hydraulic drive to all wheels.
Transmission: Fully hydrostatic with engine-driven variable displacement hydraulic pump supplying individual wheel motors. Foot pedal for infinitely variable forward and reverse travel up to max stated speeds. Automatic fixed mowing speed.
Main frame: Fabricated tubular steel for optimum strength with low weight. Steering: Hydraulic power steering on rear wheel.
Ground speeds:  
Transport: Up to 13.6km/h (8.5mph)
Mowing: Up to 6km/h (3.8mph) with automatic fixed mowing speed.
Tyres: 18 x 9.50-8 4-ply pneumatic slick tubeless.
Brakes: Hydrostatic braking on all three wheels. Hand operated disc parking brake on rear wheel.
Controls: Foot pedal for forward and reverse travel. Master switch for cutting reel, neutral, forward rotation and reverse rotation for back lapping. Foot pedal for cutting unit lower/engage drive and raise/stop drive. Separate switch for unit lower in neutral. Main instrument console mounted on steering column. Hourmeter Warning lights for handbrake, low oil pressure, battery charge and engine pre-heat.
Seat: Suspension seat with fore/aft and backrest adjustment and tilting arm rests.
Safety interlocks: Engine cannot start unless transmission is in neutral. Cutting reels stop revolving when operator leaves seat (unless backlap selected). Separate switch to lower units without engaging reel drive (when parking). Transmission isolated when operator leaves seat.
Electrical: 12 volt system, negative earth.