Classen Pro Sod Cutter comes in two size options and is easy to handle due to its compact length and integrated, rear swivel wheel.

Classen, a brand of commercial and residential turf care equipment, added a new pro sod cutter to its innovative line of turf equipment. HSC18 Pro Sod Cutter is designed for top-of-the-line transport and cutting speeds, easy operations and maximum versatility. Its application ranges from repositioning or relocating sod at a home, business or golf course to expanding landscaping areas.

The new Pro Sod Cutter premiered on Feb. 23 at The Rental Show in New Orleans.

"Our sod cutter remains faithful to our mission of providing seriously simple turf care equipment," said Matt Classen, product manager. "They are seriously simple to operate, simple to maintain and are designed for maximum maneuverability and versatility."

The two length options "?u 52 inches or 55 inches long "?u make it among the shortest sod cutters in the industry. The integrated, rear swivel wheel ensures ease of turning and can be secured in place for straight-line cutting. This allows the operator to make quick work of cutting sod in tight areas.

HSC18 Pro sod cutter is one of the fastest models on the market due to its hydrostatic transmissions and powerful engines. Hydro-Gear???(R)???AE???? T2 hydrostatic drive transmission ensures smooth, consistent power flow, and its power reverse assists in efficient transportation. It has two engine options "?u a 5-horsepower Honda GX160 engine or an 8-horsepower Honda GX240. The transmission and engine allow the operator to achieve transport speeds as high as 4.7 mph "?u 35 percent faster than competitive models.

The Classen Pro Sod Cutter is backed by a 2-year commercial and rental warranty. For more information go to www.classenturfcare.com.