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All-Electric ATV's For Street, Off Road
Commercial mower maker Bad Boy has a new all-electric multi-terrain vehicle (MTV) that's designed to rival gas-powered vehicles in the field. A second model, called a low-speed vehicle (LSV), is certified for street use in most states. Both share virtually silent and low-cost operation.
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All-Electric ATV s For Street Off Road ATV S ATV S Commercial mower maker Bad Boy has a new all-electric multi-terrain vehicle MTV that s designed to rival gas-powered vehicles in the field A second model called a low-speed vehicle LSV is certified for street use in most states Both share virtually silent and low-cost operation
Being street legal means the all-electric LSV qualifies for a $5 669 federal tax credit more than half the suggested retail price Some states offer additional tax credits for electric vehicles
The LSV can do more than just run errands around town Aside from two less horsepower and 10 ft /lbs less torque the MTV and LSV share practically the same specs Frame suspension electric motor transmission and drive train are all the same The main difference is that the LSV has street-style tires
Both offer nearly 8 in clearance and articulated rear suspension for better traction The dump bed has a hydraulic lift to match its 600-lb load rating The 2-speed motor and high-power high-torque drive system make full use of the 4-WD On-the-go switching to 2-WD for less taxing terrain saves batteries and charge
The LSV and the MTV are equipped with eight 6-volt Interstate batteries and a smart charge system that plugs into a standard wall socket Charged up the system has enough power for up to 50 miles depending on terrain and payload Top speed on the LSV is 25 mph with 20 mph the top speed on the MTV
Bad Boy LSV s have a suggested retail price of $10 495 MTV s start at $8 995 Options include an all-weather enclosure a front basket a rear seat that slips into the cargo bed and a battery watering system
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup Bad Boy Mowers 102 Industrial Drive Batesville Ark 72501 ph 870 698-0090; toll free 866 622-3269; www badboymowers com
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