CastelGarden XDC 180 HD Riding-on Mower - Hydrostatic Transmission - Grass Collector

CastelGarden XDC 180 HD riding-on mower with grass collector.

The riding-on mowers with rear grass collector by CastelGarden are ideal for mowing in large-sized spaces without too many obstacles and are designed to collect large amounts of grass. This model is suitable for both private costumers and professionals who want to treat very large green areas.

Thanks to the large 98 cm 2-blade cutting deck, the non-marking wheels and the 240 L grass collector, the CastelGarden XDC 180 HD is perfect for mowing the lawn on surfaces up to 4000 s.q. m large. The cutting height can be adjusted on 7 different positions (from 25 mm to 80 mm) depending on lawn conditions.

This model features a refreshed design and mount a powerful ST 550 Twin engine by STIGA with a cubic capacity of 586 cc.

The hydrostatic transmission makes driving the riding-on mower extremely easy and comfortable, for an easy and effortless speed control via the special pedal.

The blades are not engaged manually but thanks to an extremely convenient and fully electronic electromagnetic clutch system.

Ideal for users looking for a heavy-duty machine with top-notch features.

1 - GRASS COLLECTION SYSTEM (on standard equipment)

Brand new and large-sized 240 L capacity grass collector, among the most capacious in its class.

Emptying the grass collector is extremely easy and can be carried out by acting on the removable handle. It will thus be possible to empty the grass collector at any time while working without any effort.

The grass collector is easy removable: simply lift it upwards to remove it from its housing.

2- MULCHING CUTTING SYSTEM (optional):

This grass mowing system allows crushing grass clippings and dropping them on the ground. The resulting grass particles are extremely fine that they will be barely noticeable on the lawn. This eliminates the problem of its disposal (reducing any effort and shortening the time-saving). Moreover, grass clippings will break down into nutrients and water for the lawn (grass is 80% water) and will thus ensure a perfectly balanced biological cycle. However, it is worth remembering that, to ensure the greatest mulching results, the lawn should be irrigated and the grass needs cutting at least once a week. The conversion from one system to another is easy.

The STIGA 550 Twin 586 cc engine is high-performing, suitable for tasks where high working power is required.

Latest generation twin-cylinder 586 cc 4-stroke engine with “OHV” overhead valve shaft.

It is a professional engine which guarantees reliability and durability. This is one of the most famous engines around the world, both among riding-on mowers and the greenery and agricultural field in general.

It develops an effective power of 14.5 Hp at 2600 rpm.

The engine is equipped with an ignition lock with key.

Focus on the battery under the driver’s seat

Nominal Power: 18 Hp
The correct term would be "Commercial” Power, meaning the standard definition used until a few years ago by all well-known engine manufacturers.

* This technical feature is the one indicated in the main sales channels, even if it is higher than the real power of the engine.

Rated power: 14.5 Hp (at 2600 rpm)
It refers to the real power of the engine. This is the power indicated as official in the engine instructions manual.

* This technical feature may vary from an engine model to another according to the rotation speed provided by the manufacturer.

Thanks to the new 2-pedal hydrostatic transmission, driving the machine will be easy and intuitive. Simply control the riding-on mower with your right foot on the pedal.

Operating the machine is very simple: to proceed forward just push the pedal with the toe. The riding-on mower will advance according to the pressure exerted. Simply push the opposite end of the pedal with the heel to engage the reverse speed.

Sturdy gears make the gearbox difficult to break. The hydrostatic transmission is by far the most modern and functional (although more expensive) compared to the traditional manual transmission gears. The latter type, whenever it is necessary to adjust the speed, forces the operator to stop, change gear (because in all the riding-on mowers with a manual or mechanical gearbox the gear change takes place when the machine is stationary), leaving the clutch and then restart at the desired speed. In case of frequent speed variations (e.g. In gardens with trees, vases or other types of obstacles) the traditional gear transmission wouldn’t be practical at all. The hydrostatic transmission, on the other hand, allows immediate speed changes, without ever stopping and in a totally automatic manner, simply by varying the pressure on the drive pedal of this transmission.

Focus on the drive disengagement lever to allow the riding-on mower to be moved with the engine stopped.

The CastelGarden XDC 180 HD riding-on mower is equipped with a 2-blade cutting deck.

The riding-on mower is provided with collecting blades

98 cm cutting deck width.

The riding-on mower cutting deck is tilting: it adapts easily to the undulations of the ground (as long as they are not overly harsh). Furthermore, this model features a large protection which entirely envelopes the cutting deck.

Electromagnetic blade engagement controlled by means the button placed on the right of the steering wheel. This system avoids the manual shifting by means the standard lever placed on many types of riding-on mowers, and it works thanks to an electromagnetic clutch which allows an easy and fast engagement of the blades.

The cutting height of the cutting deck is adjustable by means a lever.

The cutting positions available are7 and they vary from 80 mm to 25 mm.

The cutting deck is equipped with 2 non-marking wheels and a double washing joint, one for each side of the cutting deck (right and left).

The CastelGarden XDC 180 HD riding-on mower controls and adjustments are easy and intuitive:

• Speed regulator
• Parking brake
• Ignition lock with key
• Braking pedal
• Cutting height adjustment lever
• Forward and reverse gear engagement pedal
• Electromagnetic blade engagement with red button placed on the right of the steering wheel
• Air regulator

Other features of the CastelGarden XDC 180 HD riding-on mower:

• Openable engine bonnet for easy cleaning and maintenance operations
• Adjustable comfort seat for maximum comfort during use
• Ergonomic steering wheel
• Sturdy front bull bar: It avoids frontal impacts and protects the machine.
• 18 x 8.5-8 large rear wheels
• 13 x 5.00-6 front wheels
• Pivoting front axle which ensure excellent balance, stability and riding comfort, even on not-perfectly flat terrains.
• Cup holder
• Focus on the cutting deck washing joint
• Focus on the anti-scalp wheels of the cutting deck.
• Focus on the halogen front headlights
• Focus on the drive disengagement lever to allow the riding-on mower to be moved with the engine switched off.