Fuel efficiency matters

publication date: Jun 20, 2008

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author/source: David Harris

As petrol and diesel prices hit the headlines, Etesia are discovering that end users are now placing new requirements at the top of their grass cutting machinery wish-lists. “Fuel costs topping £5 a gallon have become a really important factor for end users to consider when pricing up contracts.

Les Malin, Etesia’s UK General Manager, says“Low running costs are just one reason why a number of customers have recently put in large repeat orders for our Hydro 124 ride-on rotaries. He explains. “An engine under load burns more fuel. Unlike other lawnmowers, Etesia’s unique design means that the engine maintains a constant optimum 3600 rpm, even in tough conditions. As a result, fuel consumption is kept to a minimum.”

He goes on to add that customers who opt for Etesia’s recently launched range of Hydro 124 B30 Bio Diesel rideon rotaries are gaining an even greater advantage, “Here end users are in a double-win situation – these eco-friendly machines not only provide fuel economy, they also have the benefit of eco-friendly low engine emissions.

Powered by a 25hp watercooled 3-cylinder Lombardini, all Etesia 124cm ride-ons have a top working speed of 16km/h, enabling them to do the job faster than others on the market – this mowing efficiency further increases their fuel economy.