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FERRIS® INTRODUCES THE IS® 600Z SERIES ZERO-TURN MOWER

Milwaukee, Wis., (September 24, 2012) — A compact new zero-turn mower from Ferris®, the IS® 600Z, is a superior value. Featuring patented suspension technology, this mower is bar none the best value in its class! The IS® 600Z also features a new patent pending steering system with solid rods and sealed ball bearings pivots to deliver long lasting smooth control.

Powered with your choice of a 27-gross hp* Briggs & Stratton Professional Series™ or 18.5-gross hp** Kawasaki FS600V engine, the IS® 600Z utilizes Hydro-Gear ZT-3400® transaxles for improved performance and less downtime. Available in 44” and 48” cutting widths, a foot-operated deck lift provides the operator with variable cutting heights from 1.5” to 4.5”. The IS® 600Z (48”) is equipped with the innovative iCD™ Cutting System with striping kit. The mowing deck on the IS® 600Z (44”) is made from 10-gauge steel, featuring over-lap welded corners, double thick top and reinforced side skirts.

There are several accessories available for the IS® 600Z to make users even more productive: FAST-Vac™ or TURBO-Pro™ Double Bagger Collection System, Hitch Kit, Mulch Kit, Arm-Rests, Flat-Free Caster Tires, and the IS® 600Z is pre-wired for an optional Light Kit.

    Other features of the IS® 600Z include:
        • Up to 10 mph (48”) / 8 mph (44”) ground speed
        • 5.5 gallon fuel tank
        • Aluminum greaseable spindles
        • Removable floor pan
        • Roll Over Protection System (ROPS) with retractable seat belt
        • NEW 2+2 Year Limited Warranty

“We’ve packed the IS® 600Z full of features at a price you would find hard to match,” says Bill Shea, Vice President of Commercial Sales for the Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group. “This new series includes and the features and performance you would expect from Ferris, at a very attractive price.”

Briggs & Stratton Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is the world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment. Its wholly owned subsidiary Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group LLC is North America’s number one marketer of portable generators and pressure washers, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of standby generators, along with lawn and garden and turf care through its Simplicity®, Snapper®, Snapper Pro®, Ferris® and Murray® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in over 100 countries on six continents.

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For more information, contact:
Troy Blewett
Director of Dealer Channel Marketing
414-978-4038
blewett.troy@basco.com

*All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAEJ1940 as rated by Briggs & Stratton
**All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAE J2723 as rated by Kawasaki

FERRIS® INTRODUCES THE IS® 700Z SERIES ZERO-TURN MOWER

Milwaukee, Wis., (September 24, 2012) — A new zero-turn mower from Ferris®, the IS® 700Z, offers up to five feet of cutting power at an amazing value. Featuring with our patented suspension system, this mower is full of features to increase the operator’s productivity. The IS® 700Z also features a new patent pending steering system with solid rods and sealed ball bearings pivots to deliver long lasting smooth control.

Powerful engine choices include: 28-gross hp* Vanguard™ BIG BLOCK™, 28-gross hp* Briggs & Stratton Commercial Turf Series™, 23.5-gross hp** Kawasaki FS730V, or 23-gross hp** Kawasaki FS691V engine. The IS® 700Z utilizes Hydro-Gear ZT-3400® transaxles for improved performance and less downtime. Equipped with the innovative iCD™ Cutting System with striping kit, the IS 700Z is available in 52” and 61” cutting widths. A foot-operated deck lift provides the operator with variable cutting heights from 1.5” to 5”.

There are several accessories available for the IS® 700Z to make users even more productive: FAST-Vac™ Triple Bagger Collection System, TURBO-Pro™ Double or Triple Bagger Collection System, Hitch Kit, Mulch Kit, Premium Adjustable Seat, Flat-Free Caster Tires, and the IS® 700Z is pre-wired for an optional Light Kit.

    Other features of the IS® 700Z include:
        • Up to 10 mph ground speed
        • 5.5 gallon fuel tank
        • Aluminum greaseable spindles
        • Removable floor pan
        • 180-Degree Folding Roll Over Protection System (ROPS)
           with retractable seat belt
        • NEW 2+2 Year Limited Warranty

“The IS® 700Z will be our best value in the 2013 line-up,” says Bill Shea, Vice President of Commercial Sales for the Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group. “This new series is packed with innovative features that will deliver increased productivity and a precision quality-of-cut.”

Briggs & Stratton Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is the world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment. Its wholly owned subsidiary Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group LLC is North America’s number one marketer of portable generators and pressure washers, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of standby generators, along with lawn and garden and turf care through its Simplicity®, Snapper®, Snapper Pro®, Ferris® and Murray® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in over 100 countries on six continents.

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For more information, contact:
Troy Blewett
Director of Dealer Channel Marketing
414-978-4038
blewett.troy@basco.com

*All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAEJ1940 as rated by Briggs & Stratton
**All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAE J2723 as rated by Kawasaki

FERRIS® IS 600Z WINS GIE+EXPO 2012 DEALER CHOICE AWARD

Louisville, KY., (October 26, 2012) — The new IS 600Z is the third Ferris product to win a Dealers Choice Award from Power Equipment Trade magazine. The Power Equipment Trade Dealers Choice Awards honors top new products during GIE+EXPO 2012, Louisville, Ky., October 23-26—as voted on by dealers—in five categories: Wheeled Equipment, Handheld Equipment, Industrial/Engine, Accessories/Attachments and Business Management Services. Five finalists in each category are chosen to be voted on at the show.

The Ferris IS 600Z won in the Wheeled Equipment category. Other nominees were Billy Goat Force Wheeled Blower, Cub Cadet RZT S Mower, Mean Green WBX-33 Mower, and Ventrac 4500Z Tractor.

This is the seventh annual GIE-EXPO Dealers Choice Awards. Ferris has received two previous awards; 2006 - Ferris IS 500Z and 2007- Ferris IS 2000Z.

Briggs & Stratton Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is the world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment. Its wholly owned subsidiary Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group LLC is North America’s number one marketer of portable generators and pressure washers, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of standby generators, along with lawn and garden and turf care through its Simplicity®, Snapper®, Snapper Pro®, Ferris® and Murray® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in over 100 countries on six continents.

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For more information, contact:
Troy Blewett
Director of Dealer Channel Marketing
414-978-4038
blewett.troy@basco.com

Ferris IS 600Z Wins GIE EXPO 2012 Dealer Choice Award

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For more information, contact:

Troy Blewett

Director of Dealer Channel Marketing

414-978-4038

blewett.troy@basco.com

New 2+2 Year Limited Warranty For Ferris^® Ride-On Mowers

Milwaukee, Wis., (October 1, 2012) —Our customers have different needs, and now we’ve got them covered with one simple warranty on all Ferris® ride-on mowers, the 2+2 Year Limited Warranty. The new warranty takes effect immediate on all ride-on mowers, including all zero-turns series, Evolution™ and ProCut™ S models, retailed after September 1st, 2012 and beginning with serial number 2015362300 and up. Ferris ride-on mowers are covered for 4 years (48 months) or 500 hours, whichever occurs first. During the first two-years (24 months) the mower is covered for unlimited hours. Belts, tires, brake pads, hoses and battery and blades are covered for 90 days.

“We have a great brand and loyal customers,” says Bill Shea, Vice President of Commercial Sales for the Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group. “Now we can back it with a warranty that shows our customers we are committed to providing performance, durability and value.”

Briggs & Stratton Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is the world’s largest producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment. Its wholly owned subsidiary Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group LLC is North America’s number one marketer of portable generators and pressure washers, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of standby generators, along with lawn and garden and turf care through its Simplicity^®, Snapper^®, Snapper Pro^®, Ferris^® and Murray^® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in over 100 countries on six continents.

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For more information, contact:
Troy Blewett
Director of Dealer Channel Marketing
414-978-4038
blewett.troy@basco.com