Patent ID: 6631607
Filing Date: 2003-10-14
Classification: A01D

Abstract:
A vehicle comprising:a frame having front and back portions; at least a first front wheel operatively mounted to said front portion of said frame; first and second back wheels operatively mounted to said back portion of said frame; an engine operatively mounted to said front portion of said frame; a drive system for use in providing power from said engine to said first and second back wheels, said drive system adapted to selectively drive said first back wheel in a first direction while simultaneously driving said second back wheel in a second direction thereby providing zero turn capabilities; a mower deck including at least a first cutting blade and operatively connected to said frame, said engine providing power to rotate said at least first cutting blade; an operator seat mounted to said frame, said engine being positioned fully forward of said operator seat; and, a discharge chute operatively connected to said mower deck, wherein said discharge chute passes fully beneath said operator seat.