M-Gator A1(TM) introduced for public sale in November CARY, N.C., July 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- This Fall John Deere will add to its family of utility vehicles by introducing the M-Gator A1(TM) to the public. Combat-proven by the U.S. military, the M-Gator A1 will be available for those utility vehicle customers who expect more from a heavy duty, rugged, proven machine. "The M-Gator has been very well received in the military and emergency personnel communities and has built a reputation we are proud of," says Cleo Franklin, Strategic Marketing Manager, Governmental & National Sales. "This overall response has provided John Deere the opportunity to provide an aspirational unit to an audience who demands greatness." Equipped with an 854cc (20.8 HP) Yanmar Diesel Engine, dual radiators, and a 1,650 lb. payload capacity, the M-Gator A1 has proven to be rugged enough to work in extreme environments with the speed and power needed to get the job done. Standard features include a keyless ignition; front-mount tubular steel rack, with carrying capacity of 250 lbs., heavy-duty cargo tie-downs, dual batteries and a bumper with an integral brush guard. Other standard features include a fire extinguisher, pintle hitch, two-post foldable OPS, retractable seatbelts and rifle mount system. The M-Gator A1's optional features include a Sun Shade kit, Garrison Light kit and a 3000-lb. winch. The new Gator is designed to meet or exceed the demands for towing (1,400 lb. capacity) and loading with a convertible heavy-duty cargo box that can be utilized in standard of flatbed configurations. The M-Gator A1 is U.S. Army safety certified, has a top speed of 20 mph and is compatible with both diesel and JP8 fuels. Originally launched in June 2007 to replace the M-Gator, the M-Gator A1 extended John Deere's customer base to include first responders, search and rescue workers, and police and fire departments across the world. The M-Gator A1's engine provides 30 percent more engine displacement, 11 percent more horsepower, and 14 percent more torque than the previous model. This equates to more power for climbing hills and hauling heavy loads. The M-Gator A1 will be available to the public in early November. To view images and feature details, visit http://www.deere.com/M-Gator. John Deere (Deere & Company -- NYSE: DE) is the world's leading provider of advanced products and services for agriculture and forestry and a major provider of advanced products and services for construction, lawn and turf care, landscaping and irrigation. John Deere also provides financial services worldwide and manufactures and markets engines used in heavy equipment. Since it was founded in 1837, the company has extended its heritage of integrity, quality, commitment and innovation around the globe. DATASOURCE: John Deere CONTACT: Ryan Mitchell of Imre Communications for John Deere, +1-410-821-8220, or fax, +1-410-821-5619, Web site: http://www.deere.com/M-Gator

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