Specifications include, but are not limited to: Power Plant: • The power plant shall be a liquid cooled engine producing a minimum of 35 hp (thirty-five horse power) • Fuel Type: Gasoline or Diesel • Minimum of two Cylinders • Hydrostatic drive system applying drive to a minimum of two wheels Steering System: • Two independent operated levers for forward and reverse function. • The unit shall have a “Zero Turn Radius” with the operator seat as the pivot point. • Dual tail wheels Transmission: • Type: Hydrostatic system with tandem pumps and inline cooling system. • Fluid: Fluid shall meet or exceed manufactures recommendations. • Speed: Zero mph to a minimum maximum speed of 14mph in forward and a minimum maximumspeed of 5.5mph in reverse. • Breaks: Dynamic breaking through hydrostatic transmission. • Parking Break: Must lock drive wheels when activated. Tire Size: • Drive Tires: Tires must be “Turf Tire” and meet manufactures recommendation size and ply for the intended use of the unit. • Tail Tires: Must meet manufactures recommended size for the intended use of the unit. Mower Deck: • This unit must have a 3 (three) blade cutting system producing a finished cut width of 66”. • Discharge: It is preferred that this unit has a rear discharge feature if available. • Mower deck must be equipped with anti scalp deck wheels and rollers. • Cutting height must have a range of 1 (one) inch to 5 (five) inch. • Belt Drive: This unit must be belt driven with an idler arm tension device. • Power lift: The unit must be bid with a power lift feature that will provide easy access to the underside of the deck. Operator Seat: • Must have a comfort seat including deep cushioned, high back with lumbar support and armrest. The seat must have a built-in suspension system to reduce unit vibration and a durable cover that will resist wear and abuse. Gauges: This unit shall have the following gauges additional gauges will be acceptable. • Hour meter • Volt meter • Fuel gauge • Oil pressure warning light • Alternator gauge or warning light Electrical System: • The electrical system shall be a 12 volt system