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Makita launches new two piece LXT combo kit

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Makita launches new two piece LXT combo kit: Makita has launched the new DLX2537ST 18V LXT Brushless Combo Kit, which includes a DHP490 Combi Drill, a DTD153 Impact Driver, as well as two BL1850B 5.0Ah LXT Batteries and a DC18SD Battery Charger. All of this comes packed in the popular 821551-8 Makpac Type 3 Carry Case for easy transportation. 

With an efficient motor and a lightweight design optimised for user comfort, the DHP490 Combi Drill Brushless LXT provides the ideal blend of power and practicality. Weighing just 1.7kg with a battery, the drill’s compact design reduces fatigue and aids manoeuvrability. Combined with 65Nm of maximum torque, two mechanical speeds and variable speed controlled through the trigger, the DHP490 offers professionals a great all-round solution.

Makita launches new two piece LXT combo kit

Makita launches new two piece LXT combo kit

Similarly, the DTD153 Impact Driver also balances power output and user comfort. With a maximum fastening torque of 170Nm, it provides ample power for driving screws and fixings into a range of different materials. However, its rubberised, ergonomic grip and light weight of just 1.6kg with battery means that the tool is comfortable and easy to hold for extended periods.

Both tools in the kit also utilise Makita’s brushless motor, which reduces the need for maintenance and helps improve the longevity of the tool. The drill and impact driver are both compatible with the BL1850B 5.0Ah batteries, which feature a handy charge indicator display and can be used with any of Makita’s LXT lineup, which features over 300 tools.

“We are very pleased to introduce the new DLX2537ST 18V LXT Combo Kit to customers,” commented Kevin Brannigan Marketing Manager at Makita UK. “Our kits provide a great way for customers to get everything they need in one place, giving you all the tools you need to get the job done properly.”

For more information on the Combo Kit and the promotion, go to www.makitauk.com.

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Amp up your tool kit with a free Makita XGT 40V battery

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Amp up your tool kit with a free Makita XGT 40V battery: Leading power tool and outdoor power equipment manufacturer Makita UK has launched a new ‘Professional Cordless Garden Machinery’ redemption promotion, where end users can claim a free XGT 4.0Ah high-capacity ‘Tabless Technology’ battery (BL4040F) with the purchase of qualifying XGT and Connect-X outdoor power equipment.

To qualify for the free XGT 4.0Ah BL4040F battery, end users must purchase any of the selected Makita models from an authorised dealer between 1st March 2025 and 30th September 2025 and register the proof of purchase on Makita’s online claim form within 28 days. Once the claim has been verified, claimants will receive their free battery after 30 days.

Amp up your tool kit with a free Makita XGT 40V battery

Amp up your tool kit with a free Makita XGT 40V battery

The free battery on offer as part of Makita’s redemption scheme, is one of the company’s latest innovations in battery technology. Specifically, the BL4040F has been engineered with tabless lithium-ion cells. This design improves battery efficiency, thermal management, and overall battery performance, allowing for a much more efficient method of power delivery and making the BL4040F ideal for high demand applications such as chainsaws, breakers, and disc cutters. In fact, the BL4040F battery delivers up to 36% longer runtimes and operates 32% cooler compared to the standard 4.0Ah BL4040.

Like all Makita batteries, the tabless BL4040F features a digital communication system with the tool to protect against overload, over-discharge, and overheating, meaning performance is optimised for every task. The BL4040F also has an enhanced cooling system to ensure tools are able to maintain peak performance under heavy, continuous loads, extending the overall service life of the battery.

Kevin Brannigan (Marketing Manager) at Makita commented: “With over 100 years of engineering experience and almost fifty years since we launched our first battery powered tool, Makita is an expert in developing battery and motor technology that meets the demands of professional use. The XGT range makes even the most demanding tasks easy to complete without the constraint of a cord or fuel and includes cordless lawn mowers, blowers, hedge trimmers, split shafts, chainsaws among others – all of which are included as qualifying models in our latest redemption promotion for end users to claim this fantastic tabless battery.”

To find out more information about the promotion, eligible products, and terms and conditions, visit: www.makitauk.com/redemption

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Free half cab kit on Polaris Ranger 570

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Free half cab kit on Polaris Ranger 570: Polaris Off Road is pleased to announce a new and exclusive offer for customers in the UK and Ireland: Any customer purchasing any new, mid-size Ranger 570 is eligible for a FREE half cab kit upgrade, worth £1,798.80*.

Running from 1st October 2023 until 31st December 2023, the half cab kit offer will give new Polaris Ranger 570 owners the benefits of a half cab at no extra cost, providing riders with protection from the elements leading up to the winter months. Buyers can also combine this offer with Polaris Finance 0% hire purchase, spreading the cost over two years.

Free half cab kit on Polaris Ranger 570

Free half cab kit on Polaris Ranger 570

The half-cab kit upgrade comprises Lock & Ride® Full Glass Windshield, Wiper and Washer System, Sport Poly Roof and Poly Rear Panel. Polaris Genuine Accessories are designed by the same people who designed the vehicle, so riders can be sure the components are built to the highest quality and standard. Buyers can choose to complete the cab with full crank window doors for just £1575 excluding VAT.

Richard Coleby, National Sales Manager for Polaris UK said: “The Ranger 570 is a small but mighty machine, and with the unpredictable British winter just around the corner, the half cab kit offer allows our customers to add protection from the elements to their Ranger, meaning they can stay on the go for longer.”

The perfectly sealed Lock and Ride® Full Glass Windshield ensures impeccable clarity and toughness whilst protecting the rider from unpredictable weather, making for a vastly more comfortable ride. Thanks to the Lock and Ride® functionality, the windshield can be fitted and removed in a matter of minutes.

Made from optical grade, 0.6-centimetre polycarbonate, the scratch-resistant Poly Rear Panel provides riders with superior visibility and reliable protection from wind, inclement weather, off-road hazards and cargo shifting in the rear cargo box. The low-profile rear panel installs quickly and easily using Polaris’ Lock & Ride® functionality and a reliable seal is created thanks to the recessed channel design providing a professional grade fit.

The windshield and rear panel work in synergy to block dust swirling into the cab from the rear, creating greater protection from the dirt whilst out at work. Included in the half cab kit is the wiper and washer system for ultimate clarity no matter the weather.

Riders can stay warm, dry and comfortable all day thanks to the lightweight and durable Sport Poly Roof that fits perfectly, installs quickly and instantly turns the cab into a safe retreat from unpredictable UK weather.

Polaris also offers a wide range of specially-engineered accessories, including the in-cab heater and defrost system, integrated audio systems, light bars, plows and winches, as well as hundreds of Lock&Ride storage solutions for the cargo bed.

For 2023, the Ranger SP 570 starts at £11,999 excluding VAT, and is available in Sage Green. The Ranger SP 570 is also available with EPS and in various special editions including the Hunter Edition and Nordic Pro Edition.

0% Finance for Business Customers

Polaris UK’s exclusive two-year 0% finance offer* for business customers purchasing any Polaris model in the United Kingdom has now been extended. Running in conjunction with new finance partners, DLL, a global finance brokerage with more than 50 years of experience, this offer is available on all adult and youth products**, running until 31st December 2023.

Sportsman 570 Trade-in Offer

Any customer who purchases a new Sportsman 570 from an authorised and eligible Polaris UK dealer from now until 31st December 2023 can now receive a £1000 (including VAT) trade-in contribution when they trade in any make or model of ATV or SXS towards a new Sportsman 570 model.

Free ATVTrac Tracking System

Polaris has partnered with leading security experts, ATVTrac, to equip all new adult models with the proven off-road vehicle tracker as standard and a complimentary 12-month subscription to the digital services, so riders can be confident that their new vehicle is better protected. ATVTrac is S7 Thatcham Accredited. The device protects on multiple levels, offering GPS location and radio frequency (RF) detection. The RF allows us to pinpoint a device to an accuracy of just one metre.

Free EASI Training

As well as the free upgrade and free security tracker, the Ranger 1000 and XP 1000 comes with free EASI training for one operator. EASI training, RRP £180, is run by the European All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute and consists of a comprehensive training course to maximise the safety of Polaris riders.

Two Year Warranty

All new adult Polaris vehicles come with a comprehensive two-year warranty as standard for ultimate peace of mind. Subject to qualifying terms and conditions.

TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE OFFER, PLEASE SPEAK TO YOUR LOCAL, AUTHORISED POLARIS DEALER – FOUND HERE.

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Redexim Carrier labelled the ‘most important piece of kit’

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Redexim Carrier labelled the ‘most important piece of kit’: Constructed on the site of a former gravel quarry, the greens at Kilworth Springs Golf Club in Leicestershire are incredibly mobile and free draining which, despite having some perks, also means they are prone to compaction.

That’s where the Carrier and Verti-Drain® 1513 from Redexim comes in! Head Greenkeeper Joel Chappell claims this combination delivers effective compaction relief and versatility for aeration tasks around their busy course, making it the ‘most important piece of kit’ in their shed!

Redexim Carrier labelled the ‘most important piece of kit’

Redexim Carrier labelled the ‘most important piece of kit’

Founded in 1993, Kilworth Springs delivers a challenging 18 holes of play overlooking the Avon Valley. Because of the nature of the soil and sand foundations, the main issue for Joel and his team of four is that for 12 months of the year, the course is always bone dry. “We can support year-round play where other courses local to us sometimes struggle during the winter months” explains Joel. “This sustained level of traffic means compaction is our biggest hurdle. As a club, we needed something that could get aeration completed quickly whilst leaving a minimal imprint on the greens.”

The Redexim Carrier was delivered by Ben Burgess just prior to Joel joining the club in July 2022, but he was instrumental in the purchase. “We were impressed with this being light weight, yet robust to deliver impressive aeration on our hard ground. We’ve hired machines that have succumbed to the tricky conditions and fallen apart after a week where the Carrier and 1513 Verti-Drain® stands up to the task with ease.”

Powered by a 31hp engine and hydrostatic transmission, the Carrier can be utilised with a variety of implements such as seeders, verti-cutters and aerators for high output, effective operations with minimal ground pressure. The 1513 Verti-Drain® – with its 1.3m working width, 15o of heave and a maximum depth of 6” – is ideal for use on fine turf surfaces.

“We conduct traditional verti-draining at least once a month and more often in winter where it’s out three weeks in every four across greens, tees and approaches. We also hollow core with this set up.” He continues, “When ground conditions allow, we can also use the Verti-Drain® with our compact tractor which frees the Carrier up to be used with other implements which we’re now exploring.”

Joel concludes, “Greenkeepers I think are naturally cautious and sceptical of change and new things but within a week of using the Redexim partnership my whole team were so impressed with what it could do… now we couldn’t be without it!”

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New weight kit enhances adaptability of INFINICUT®

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New weight kit enhances adaptability of INFINICUT®: In response to the additional technical variations in the way sports pitches can now be reinforced, MK6 models of INFINICUT® can now accommodate an adjustable/removable weight kit.

It is designed to be used as a means of controlling rootzone gravimetric results through the alteration of down-pressure force exerted by the INFINICUT® mower during use.

New weight kit enhances adaptability of INFINICUT®

New weight kit enhances adaptability of INFINICUT®

By its design, the INFINICUT® is one of the lightest professional sports turf mowers on the market – optimally balanced to emit even, low ground pressure on the turf surface. Increasing its adaptability even further, the new INFINICUT® weight kit is ideal for Turf Managers looking to consolidate their surface – for example following intensive wear, alternative surface usage or invasive maintenance such as deep aeration – to influence both the playability and agronomic characteristics of the turf.

Each ‘plate’ has a mass of 14kg and any number can be affixed to the holder, centrally positioned above the traction drum to ensure that the additional weight is directed evenly through the rolling action and not via the cutting element thereby retaining cut consistency and quality. The weights can then be quickly and easily removed when gravity readings are at optimal levels.

Commenting on the introduction, Vinny Tarbox, INFINICUT® Sales Manager said, “The weight kit is just another example of listening and responding to market demands, to create a product that is perfectly suited to each and every application. The simple method of mounting means adjusting the weight could not be simpler, offering natural and hybrid Turf Managers a solution for firming surfaces up to desired levels without causing undue compaction.”

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