At the Builders Show, Craftsman unveiled a notable technical advancement in lawn tractors. Although that may not sound dramatic at first, the improvement targets a common and frustrating problem for homeowners and landscapers alike: turning in tight spaces while using a sit-down mower.
One of the toughest challenges when mowing with a ride-on tractor is getting into narrow areas. When a tractor can’t make a tight turn, operators are forced to swing wide, reposition, and approach the area again in a straight line. That process wastes time, requires extra skill, and can cause unnecessary damage to the turf from repeated passes.
Craftsman’s new tight-turn technology aims to eliminate this inefficiency by delivering a turning radius as small as eight inches. The company’s research indicates that turning radius is a leading factor influencing most customers’ decisions when buying a lawn tractor, so adding this capability is intended to make their models more attractive. Craftsman expects the tighter turning performance to improve maneuverability around gardens, trees, and other obstacles, reduce mowing time, and minimize wear on lawns.
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