Toro amplifies investment in electric and autonomous solutions

Toro used the 2023 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show to showcase its investments in electric and autonomous solutions for the golf maintenance industry.  

“Toro is incredibly proud of its legacy in the golf industry, and we’re excited to lead the charge with this new generation of golf solutions,” said Greg Lawrence, director, product marketing at Toro. “In 2022, we placed our first GeoLink Solutions Autonomous Fairway mowers for field testing. We have gained valuable insights on the capabilities of those machines and are continuing to fine-tune that technology. We’re also excited to debut several new battery-powered products that join Toro’s growing portfolio of electric and hybrid solutions as well as our new IntelliDash platform at this year’s show.”

The GeoLink Solutions Autonomous Fairway Mower aims to alleviate the issues of labor shortages and budget constraints. Field testing is underway to help Toro identify applications in which today’s technology can perform to the levels expected by customers and where further development and additional capabilities are required.

Toro also introduced battery-powered versions of its proven and popular machines, such as the new eHoverPro, Groundsmaster e3200 and Greensmaster e1026. The eHoverPro is a zero-engine exhaust emissions solution for golf course superintendents maintaining slopes and contoured surfaces, and is fully compatible with the Toro 60V Flex-Force Power System, allowing users to swap the 7.5Ah batteries and chargers across the extensive lineup of tools.

The Groundsmaster e3200 features the same rugged chassis, commercial-grade mowing deck and intuitive operator controls as the current diesel-powered platform with the power of Toro’s proprietary HyperCell battery technology. It comes standard with 11 lithium-ion HyperCell batteries but can be configured with up to 17 HyperCell batteries for heavy-users in more demanding applications.

The e1026 will join the existing Toro Greensmaster e1021, and eFlex 1021 models.  At a mowing width of 26 inches, it offers greater productivity while providing a more pleasant operator experience void of any engine exhaust emissions and significantly reduced noise levels. Benefits extend beyond the operator, to golfers, bystanders, resort guests and nearby homeowners.

Golf customers can make the most of new and existing Toro equipment offerings and irrigation products by relying on vital course data from the new IntelliDash golf course management platform. With IntelliDash, golf course superintendents can view real-time operational data, including agronomic conditions, labor, asset location and equipment health.

The battery-powered and autonomous advancements build on Toro’s trusted lineup of electric and hybrid greens and fairway mowers.