Husqvarna Press Releases

NEW TechLite™ Chain Saw Bar, Twenty-Seven Percent Lighter

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:14:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Design and performance meet in the new Techlite chain saw bar. Made with an aluminum core and steel side plates, the manufacturing process gives the bar structural integrity comparable to a professional solid bar – weighing much more. In fact, the TechLite is on average 27 percent lighter than a standard professional replaceable sprocket nose bar.

NEW Handheld and Backpack Sprayers for the Landscaping Industry

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:11:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Consistent with all Husqvarna products, durability, ergonomics and engineering take a lead role in manufacturing products for the landscaping industry. Sprayers are one more addition to fully meet the needs of the commercial landscaper. Herbicides, pesticides, stains and sealers require precise application with a sprayer – and Husqvarna has three new models to get the job done.

All New Safety Apparel, From Head to Toe

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:09:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Protective gear needs to be safe, while at the same time functional and comfortable for the operator. Husqvarna manages to marry the two needs in their new Functional Wear, Rain Gear and Pro Forest Helmet System – sensible additions to an already extensive line of safety apparel.

New T435 Chainsaw High-Efficiency, Low Weight and Unique Double Eyelet

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:07:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Husqvarna’s T435 chain saw is designed for the commercial arborist and rural landowner. Lower weight combined with a powerful X-Torq® engine make this top-handled chain saw the ideal solution to improve the operator’s work environment and reduce fuel costs.

New Dedicated Edgers Ensure that Landscapers Maintain their Edge

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:03:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Where the concrete meets the grass, landscaper’s find that a dedicated edger is the right solution for a precise edge. Husqvarna is introducing one new model and has improved an already popular edger, adding a new feature.

New 400 Series Trimmers and Edger Offer Solutions for Varied Applications

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:01:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Landscape contractors looking for choices have a host of new options in the Husqvarna 400 Series. Two new commercial-grade trimmers and a heavy-duty edger, can clear, trim or edge multiple acres with ease. All equipped with X-Torq® Engines, professionals will benefit with up to 20 percent reduction in fuel consumption and up to 60 percent reduced emissions.

New 4-Stroke Trimmer Added to the Mix

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:57:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Landowners no longer have to sacrifice power to avoid the gas-oil mixture task that some would rather not worry about. Husqvarna’s new 224L trimmer is designed with a 4-stroke engine resulting in plenty of power without the fuel mix.

New 327LS Trimmer for the Landscape Contractor Who Wants More Torque, Less Noise

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:55:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Designed with the landscaper in mind, advanced ergonomic features like LowVib® and an adjustable handle keeps the commercial operator conformable through long hours of extended use. Featuring high power and even higher torque, and built tough with a steel drive shaft, the 327LS is equally powerful and rugged — to withstand transportation and handling.

NEW LS Series Tractor Brings Commercial Durability to Consumers

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:53:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Husqvarna® is rolling out an unprecedented offering in garden tractors. Constructed with a steel fabricated deck, the new LS Series is made from the same welded, steel deck that is found on Husqvarna zero turn mowers.

NEW DRT900LS Digs Deep, Offers Dual Rotation

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:50:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – To satisfy the expectations of serious gardens and landscape professionals alike and the growing popularity of gardening, the new Husqvarna 900DRT offers the advantages of both a forward rotating cultivator and a counter rotating deep soil tiller.

NEW 7021RC Walk-behind Has Extreme Maneuverability

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:48:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Husqvarna’s rear wheel drive system, coupled with locking front caster wheels provides the ultimate in maneuverability.

Husqvarna Launches SMS-equipped Automower® Ideal for Commercial Applications

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:44:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – This spring marks the launch of a new robotic lawnmower with innovative communication technology developed for large properties. Ideal for properties up to 1.5 acres as well as commercial properties managed by landscape contractors, the Automower 260ACX sends a text message if it requires assistance.

New Zero Turn Crafted with the Large Property Owner in Mind

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:36:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Husqvarna is introducing the new MZ6128ZT zero turn mower that large property owners with acreages to mow are sure to appreciate. With high speed and zero-turning radius, cutting four acres+ an hour is easy – and enjoyable.

Husqvarna Introduces New PZ Series Zero Turn Mower New 2010 Addition: Two-speed Zero-Turn Increases

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:21:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Husqvarna, the global leader in outdoor powered products, is launching a new professional series of zero turn mowers for the commercial landscape professional seeking increased productivity and a higher quality of cut. Available in October, the new PZ Series couples leading edge design and engineering with the landscape contractor’s wish list for a unit that exceeds expectations.

Consumers Digest Names Eleven Husqvarna® Products as Best Buy Recommendations in Outdoor Power Equip

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 19:06:00 GMT

Charlotte, NC – Consumers Digest magazine has named eleven Husqvarna outdoor powered products as Best Buys in their May/June, 2009 and September/October, 2009 issues.

Over 100,000 robotic mowers sold

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:11:00 GMT

The market for domestic robots is accelerating. This August, Husqvarna Automower®, the world's first robotic lawn mower, counts 100,000 units sold since 1995.

Free 2010 Farmers’ Almanac™ from Husqvarna

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:25:00 GMT

Usher in Fall by Taking a Test Drive of the Newest Innovations in Outdoor Power Equipment

Charlotte, NC – According to the Farmers’ Almanac, September 18-22 are the best days of the month to cut firewood, dig holes and mow your grass to increase growth.* Do these tasks, on those days and you should get the best results. For those in need of a new chain saw or mower to accomplish the job with the finest results, consumers are invited to take a test drive at one of the thousands of Husqvarna servicing dealers nationwide.

Husqvarna Introduces New PZ Series Zero Turn Mower. Landscapers Test Units; Give High Marks .

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:21:00 GMT

Give Dad An EcoSmart™ Gift this Father’s Day

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

The Fully Robotic Automower® Solar Hybrid from Husqvarna Lets dad enjoy more time with the family

Charlotte, NC [May 28, 2009] – When 1,000 U.S. homeowners were asked about their vision of the yard of the future, 38 percent surveyed in Husqvarna’s 2009 Garden Trend Report suggested one that is entirely self maintaining. This is proof that some dads have been dreaming of a full-time helper to replace his time tending to yard work.

New Trend Forecast Reveals Evolution of Lawn Care in the 21st Century

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 23:21:00 GMT

Husqvarna Finds Technology, Innovation and EcoSmart™ Solutions at the Center of American’s Future Gardening Plans

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Husqvarna, the global leader in outdoor powered products, released details of a global gardening trend report produced in conjunction with a leading trend forecasting agency, The Future Laboratory.

New Husqvarna EcoSmart™ Products Combine Innovation and Environmental Advancements

Sat, 04 Apr 2009 01:03:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Husqvarna, makers of a broad line of iconic orange outdoor power equipment, is going greener – offering a range of products with the environmentally-conscious consumer in mind. From new zero-emission battery-powered products to high-tech, low emission gas-powered engines, Ecosmart solutions help consumers easily identify innovative, “green” products for the lawn and garden.

Husqvarna® Showcases Battery-powered Robotic Mowers at the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show

Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:58:00 GMT

Charlotte, NC [January 8, 2009] – Husqvarna introduces its newest fully automatic, battery-powered lawn mowers - taking the manual work out of an often tedious chore. Two models, the 230ACX and the 220AC, offer options for the homeowner looking for a “green” way to mow.
Automower™ recognizes when the battery needs charging, finds the charging station, charges itself and begins mowing again.

Husqvarna® Launches the New 210C Battery-powered Robotic Mower at the 2009 Consumer Electronics Sho

Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:50:00 GMT

Charlotte, NC [January 8, 2009] -- Husqvarna launches the 210C Automower designed for small lawns up to 1/8 acre in size. This new Automower offers automatic shut-off, an intuitive keypad, a pin code lock feature for security, plus it is practically silent. Automower 210C cuts when you want it to, rain or shine, day or night. With a cutting time of 2-3 hours per cycle, it gets the job done with less recharging.

Husqvarna and Leading Green Industry Consulting Group Continue ‘Success Series' for Landscapers

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 22:13:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. [July 30, 2008] – Husqvarna, a leading outdoor power equipment manufacturer, has announced its continued partnership with The Wilson Oyler Group, the green industry’s leading consulting group, to host the second round of Wilson Oyler Success Series Seminars to professional landscapers. The seminars are scheduled in five major cities from August to December 2008.

Husqvarna Recognizes October as “Chain Saw Safety Awareness Month”

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 16:14:00 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. [September 27, 2007] – When fall outdoor cleanup projects begin, homeowners and professionals alike reach for labor saving tools – and often that includes a chain saw. As a result, Husqvarna has designated October as “Chain Saw Safety Awareness Month” to emphasize the importance of proper preparation and operation.