Our patented system of control arms and coil springs on the drive wheels allows each wheel to move up and down independently, smoothing out rough, uneven turf. Independent Suspension absorbs the bumps and jolts that cause operator discomfort and fatigue. Independent Suspension translates to increased productivity and operator satisfaction. Without the effect of bumps and jolts, the operator naturally increases speed, taking full advantage of available horsepower. To better understand this point, imagine how much slower you would drive your car if it didn't have independent suspension.
Suspension benefits the chassis by reducing shock load.
Independent Suspension maximizes ground contact by providing constant downward pressure on the wheels. The importance of traction is undisputed in the mowing industry. Breaking contact, especially on hillsides, can result in hazardous slippage, even rollovers. As shown above, non-suspension mowers are more likely to break contact and lose traction. On zero-turn mowers, losing traction means losing Ferris mowers with rear independent suspension system attach the back of the cutter deck to the wheel motor bracket.