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Gravely Mowers Available with Kohler Engines05-02-11 | News

Gravely Mowers Available with Kohler Engines

On Gravely mowers the Kohler Closed-Loop EFI engine has significant advantages over open loop systems. Kohler?EUR??,,????'?????< Photo:Gravely

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The 200 series mowers feature a simplified design that minimizes maintenance, downtime and input costs. When equipped with the Kohler Closed-Loop EFI, the Gravely Pro-Turn 252 and 260 mowers?EUR??,,????'?????<

The Kohler engine improves fuel economy on the Pro-Turn 252 and 260 by as much as 20 percent, according to calculations by Gravely product engineers. Kohler calculates with gasoline at $3.70 a gallon, the Closed-Loop EFI will pay for itself in less than 400 hours. After payback, savings continue at approximately $0.96 per hour at $3.70 per gallon for gas.

With its automotive-type operation, the EFI is easy to use and features the best starting under all conditions. The engine requires no choke to set at start up and can hot re-start with no problem. No carburetor means easier maintenance.

The Kohler Closed-Loop EFI also features impressive load response. ?EUR??,,????'?????<

The innovative engine features a feedback information system, which includes software that assists in troubleshooting and provides data on engine operating parameters for the life of the engine. The EFI?EUR??,,????'?????<

Offering a seven-gauge fabricated and welded X-Factor???????(R)???? Deck with robust, 2-1/2-inch by 1-1/2-inch by ???????(R)?????-inch steel frame tubing, the new Pro-Turn 200 mowers allow 17 cutting positions in .25-inch increments. The mowers also offer maintenance-free XL spindles with durable cast iron housings and an Ogura???????(R)???? GT 3.5 Electric Clutch and foot-operated deck lift system.

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