NEW SNAPPER PRO S175x TOUTS DIESEL POWER IN SMALLER FRAME UNIT (February 17, 2011)

For Immediate Release

            Munnsville, NY (February 17, 2011) – Smaller frame zero turn units powered by diesel fuel are gaining popularity in both the United States and Europe.  So to meet the needs of its commercial and municipal customers, Snapper Pro is introducing its newest zero-turn mower, the S175x diesel.

            Built to out-last and out-perform competitive units, the S175x boasts either a 20- or 24-hp Yanmar three-cylinder, in-line diesel engine with cast iron block.  Rugged 52” and 61” iCD™ Cutting System mowing decks feature long-lasting cast-iron spindles. 

            “There is not another product in its class that matches the value of the S175x diesel,” says Bill Shea, vice president of sales & marketing, commercial products for the Briggs & Stratton Products Group.  “If you’re in the market for an affordable compact diesel zero-turn, the Snapper Pro S175x is it” he comments.

            Other pertinent features include:

• Two-stage industrial air cleaner
• Fans mounted on top of hydro pumps
• Cutting heights of 1.75” -5” in ¼” increments
• Easy to use deck lift
• 10 mph ground speed
• Rubber discharge chute
• Easy service access
• Folding ROPS with retractable seat belt
• Two-year commercial warranty
  
  

For pricing and availability of the Snapper Pro S175x, contact your local Snapper Pro dealer or visit www.snapperpro.com.

The Ferris brand is part of the Briggs & Stratton Products Group, a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lawn and garden and turf care through its Ferris^®, Snapper Pro^®, Simplicity^®, Snapper^® and Allis-Chalmers^® brands. 

Briggs & Stratton Corporation is the world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in over 100 countries.

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 For more information, contact:

Jennifer Loran

Advertising & Marketing Manager

315.495.0100 ext.267