The New Right Sized TDR-30G Tri-Deck Wide Area Finishing Mower
The North American built Progressive TDR-30G Tri Deck mower has received an overwhelming endorsement from turf grass producers. The TDR-30G features an innovative Flex-Deck design and Progressive's exclusive Pro Lift-N-Turn™system that allows operators to temporarily raise the decks above the turf when turning using only one hydraulic lever!
The TDR-30G was designed to deliver on this challenge, achieving higher productivity, lower maintenance cost and a budget conscious purchase price.
With a 34% increase in productivity compared to a 22 foot mower and the reduction in Maintenance time created by maintenance free spindle bearings, extended PTO greasing intervals and greaseless joint bushings, the right sized TDR-30G mower is designed to drive operating costs down, while still offering the simplicity of operation that a Progressive Tri-Deck mower is known for. The innovative, contour hugging floating Flex Deck wing design and 4-way hinge connection combine to ensure that the TDR-30G will deliver a cut quality that rivals the more expensive 5 deck mowers.
Features may include:
- Simple Tractor Connection
Connection between the mower and tractor couldn't be easier. To accommodate tractors of different sizes and tire combinations, the TDR-30G comes with a four position drawbar hitch. Only two hydraulic lines are required to raise and lower all five decks. Equipped with industry standard quick couplers, the two lines connect to a single double acting hydraulic circuit that is equipped with a float function. An automatic locking collar secures the PTO shaft to the tractor and permits easy removal. A single implement jack supports the mower when the tractor is not attached, making connection alignment easy.
- Bolt-on and Galvanized Decks
Producers in some locations are faced with deck issues caused by abrasive or acidic soils. In late 2007 Progressive responded to this concern and introduced a new design that had the deck skin bolted to a support structure rather than welded. This allows producers to simply change out the deck skin years down the road if required. Also released was a heavy-duty galvanized deck solution for those producers in acidic soils. Galvanized decks are also favoured where certain fertilizers accelerate corrosion of a painted deck.
Incorporating an infinitely variable cut height from ½ to 3 ½ that is both simple to change and a scale that is easy to read. Operators appreciate that in-field adjustments are easy to perform with the supplied tool carried on the mower (inset) . To reduce horsepower requirement and save fuel, decks are designed with a slight built-in forward tip. This ensures that the blade in the 'back half' of the cutting swing does not drag on the freshly cut grass.
- Right Sized for Transport
Designed to permit transport between fields, the TDR-30G's unique Flex Deck design also allows the wings to be folded to a transport height of 13' and transport width of 9'. There is no need to roll the mower forward to slide the front decks into or out of the lifting position which is required with competitive 5 deck mowers - an important consideration as space is often limited in maintenance yards. Mechanical locks secure the decks automatically when they are fully raised to the transport position. The wide floatation tires are rated to 25 mph and the independent suspension on transport wheels provides for a smoother ride.
