Kubota’s new out-front mowers prove a hit with Restormel

Serco have operations nationwide providing a range of services for local authorities. They have secured a 10 year multi service contract with Restormel Borough Council covering waste management, recycling, cleansing and grounds management.

Serco have just taken delivery of 5 F3680’s with 60 inch rear discharge decks and road lighting kit. These 5 mowers will be used to cut estate grass, verges, playing fields and other recreational areas throughout Restormel. Along with 5 F3680’s Serco also bought 5 LM126 Ifor Williams trailers to transport the mowers.

The trailers are fitted with rear loading ramps so the F3680’s can be quickly and easily loaded or unloaded allowing them to move onto the next location. The trailers are fully galvanised and measure 12ft by 6ft 6 and come with 12 months parts and labour warranty.

Andrew Pidgen Public Space and Environment Manager for Serco Local Government Restomel Contract, said the reason they chose Kubota for their new fleet of mowers was because both the drivers and mechanics were familiar with the products, also the mowers they were replacing were 10-12 year old Kubotas which had provided a great service but the time had come for them to be replaced.

Andrew also commented on how well received the new F3680’s had been, adding they have more power and are more economical than their predecessors.

The F3680 is 36HP with rear wheel steering and an option of 60” or 72” rear or side discharge decks, other options include road legal kit, a cab and a collector.

Kubota have two other models in there out-front range, the 19HP F1900 and 28HP F2880.
The F2880 and F3680 have succeeded the hugely popular F2560, F3060 and F3560. The high performance and increased lift capacity has proved a great selling point for the new editions. Other additions to the new mowers are tilt wheel power steering, 4WD and auto assist 4WD for reduced turf damage, a 61 litre fuel tank and a 90 degree tilt mower deck for ease of maintenance.

For more information on any of the Kubota range call David Marks on 01726 860332