John Deere - Hybrid Greens-Mowers

This week we took delivery of two new John Deere Hybrid Greens-Mowers:
Hybrid technology simply combines conventional diesel power with electric motors, producing a quieter, more environmentally friendly machine. 
The diesel engine powers the traction unit and a large 48-volt – 100 amp alternator, similar to that used on combine harvesters, the alternator provides the energy that powers the reel motors, which in turn drive the cutting cylinders.

John Deere E-Greens Mowers

Replacing the hydraulic oil drive system with a electric drive system, eliminates over 100 potential oil leak points, oil leaks which can cause extensive damage to the turf.

Electric motor on right-hand side of cutting unit.

This advanced hybrid technology; means that, even when the diesel powered engines output is reduced by 50%, the electric reel motors can still maintain the correct reel speed, still producing a quality cut.

Operating on half power when cutting can reduce fuel consumption by up to 20%, and  lower operating costs considerably.

Noise levels are also dramatically reduced when operated in this mode, making this machine one of the most environmentally friendly machines on the golf course.