For Immediate Release

            Munnsville, N.Y. (April 11, 2007)—The blending of Ferris IS^® Independent Suspension with a Vanguard™ Big Block™ engine results in a commercial mower with superior power and performance.  In all, four new Ferris brand commercial mowers are being introduced this spring that will provide the benefits of this combination: a 30-hp air-cooled IS 2000Z, a 30-hp air-cooled IS 3100Z, a 32-hp air-cooled IS 3100Z and a 35-hp liquid cooled IS 4500Z.

Benefits of Ferris IS Independent Suspension

Extended Mower Life—Reducing shock load means the mower will last longer and require fewer repair parts than a non-suspension mower.

Improved Traction—Superior balance and power with less vibration.

Comfort—Absorbing bumps and jolts that lead to operator discomfort and fatigue translates to increased operator satisfaction and productivity.

Quality of Cut—The mowing deck floats from A-arms and follows the movement of the wheels and flow of the terrain for a more consistent cut at higher speeds.

Speed—Protected from the effects of rough terrain, operators can increase speed, resulting in more acres per hour.

Benefits of Vanguard Big Block

V-Twin OHV Technology—Superior balance and power with less vibration.

Increased Horsepower to Weight Ratio

Full Pressure Oil Lubrication System—Helps assure longer engine life and lower cost of ownership.

Liquid-Cooled (IS 4500Z Big Block)—Cooler, smoother, longer-running premium grade commercial engine.

Low Speed Engine (IS 2000Z Big Block)—Better fuel efficiency and less noise.

The Ferris brand of commercial mowers is a leader in the commercial mowing industry.  Offered by Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Briggs & Stratton, Ferris was the first brand to offer suspension in a riding mower when it introduced IS^® Independent Suspension.  Ferris products are available nationwide through independent authorized dealers and distributors.

            Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power is a leading provider of commercial power solutions. The Vanguard engine family is the company's premier line of

air- and liquid-cooled gasoline and diesel engines from single to three cylinder. All Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power engines are backed by a network of thousands of Authorized Commercial Service Centers worldwide.

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