FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE A Bolder Stronger Steiner Steiner Introduces New 440 4x4 Tractor The new Steiner 440 Tractor is designed to deliver with focused aggression. Start with a power delivery system able to harness the energy of an assortment of high horsepower engines (32, 34 or 40HP gas or 24.9 HP diesel), add a truly amazing hydraulic system that provides fearless capability, and you’ve just scratched the surface of the new Steiner 440. Every feature is Steiner sized in the new 440. From the 440’s non-permeable all-steel fuel tank and oversized filler neck with tethered fuel cap (EPA Approved) and 200-Watt halogen quartz front headlights to its 1500 psi of lift pressure, Eaton Series hydraulic pump and transmission, Peerless 2600 dual range transaxles, generous 5 gallon capacity hydraulic oil reservoir, large 12 volt 525 CCA (cold crank amp) battery (630 CCA on the diesel), 7” seat slides for the perfect fit, an all-new operator panel design that puts control at your fingertips, and a folding ROPS standard, the new 440 has features that exceed the norm. True to its roots, the go anywhere and do anything 440 utilizes 4-wheel drive and all-wheel traction to tackle any terrain and articulating power steering with an oscillating frame to maintain the brands unique compact footprint and agility. Switching attachments is still a snap with Steiner’s simple (no tool) front Steiner Quick-Hitch™ system. These core traits have made Steiner tractors famous with grounds care professionals, snow management crews and hobby farmers world-wide for over 30 years. So impressive is the new 440, upon the 440’s preview to dealers this past winter, Edgar Huggins and his son Greg of Mullins Truck & Tractor in Mullins, SC pre-ordered three units right on-the-spot to be the first dealer to have them in stock. You can find the new 440 at Mullins and through Steiner dealers nationwide this spring. Features of the New Steiner 440 Articulating 4WD Tractor: EPA Compliant Fuel Delivery System Four (4) Engine Options: o 24.8 hp Kubota Diesel, Liquid-Cooled o 32.4 hp Kubota Gas, Liquid-Cooled o 34 hp Kohler Command Pro Gas, Air-Cooled o 40 hp Kohler Command Pro Gas, Air-Cooled (Engine power ratings provided by the manufacturer) Three (3) Wheel Offerings (Bar, Turf and Field Trax Tread) with rugged five (5) Bolt 10” Rims Foot Pedal Control Forward / Reverse Speed Control - Hand Control Optional Heavy-Duty Peerless 2600 Dual Range Transaxles Eaton Transmission & Hydraulic Pump – Lift pressure of 1500 psi for exceptional capability Abundant 5 Gallon Hydraulic Oil Capacity – Reduces refilling and lowers hydraulic oil temperatures Warner Mag Stop 225 (ft./lb.) Electric Front PTO Clutch Large 12-volt 525 CCA Battery (630 CCA on Diesel engine model) Optional Category 1 3-point hitch Enhanced Attachment Drive / Belt Tensioning Design Enhanced Comfort / Operation Halogen Quartz Headlights (4, 50 watt each) – Provides 200 watts of lighting power Folding ROPS Standard 2-Year Commercial / Consumer Warranty (engine warranted separately by manufacturer) The tractor that has challenged customers to “Do It” [all] for over 30 years, seems to have out done itself with numerous new features that enhance the brands reputation for seemingly endless capability. On top of the over two dozen attachments and accessories that the Steiner line of tractors can currently utilize, look for all-new attachments designed specifically for the 440 tractor in the near future. To learn more about Steiner brand tractors and its many hardworking attachments and accessories, and to locate a dealer near you, visit www.steinerturf.com. About Steiner Steiner brand products are built around the principle of building the kind of machine you would build for yourself. Steiner tractors are customizable to each owner so that as the owner’s needs change so does their Steiner through a wide selection of attachments and accessories that till, sweep, load, plow, trench, mow, and much, much more. Steiner products are only available through specialty dealerships. To learn more about Steiner products and to locate a dealer in your area, visit the Steiner website at www.steinerturf.com. Steiner is a registered trademark of Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. About Schiller Grounds Care Schiller Grounds Care creates and brings to market a broad variety of landscaping, gardening and turf care equipment for residential and commercial use under the brand names of BOB-CAT, Bunton, Classen, Little Wonder, Mantis, Ryan and Steiner. To learn more about Schiller Grounds Care and its various brands of power equipment, visit www.schillergc.com. ### Contact: Linda Beattie Ph: 215-357-5110 x1423 Fax: 215-357-1071 Email: lbeattie@schillergc.com