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Force Z-23
Powerful Agility, Precise Versatility
Overview
Groundwork, Reimagined
Force's Z-23 is engineered to empower ballfields groundskeepers, turf managers, and landscape contractors to get work done with maximized efficiency. Our patented design enables a smaller footprint, zero-turn platform to do the work of much larger and heavier equipment. So you get more with less, with a machine that’s easier to transport and to operate, making it perfect for a one man job or to speed up your bigger jobs. You can easily swap out additional attachments on the job, with no tools required. The Force is a commercial-grade machine that can do it all with blazing fast zero-turn efficiency and hand-work level precision.
Features
Industry Leading Technologies
The Z-23 is purpose built with high quality materials and equipped with innovative tech to empower any operator or crew to get the best out of the ground they are working with.
Located at the mid underbelly of the ABI Force, the patented RVF Technology hydraulically controls mid-mounted ground-engaging attachments with lift, variable down pressure, and pitch adjustments.
Attachments
Quick-Swap Attachments
A full family of tool-free interchangeable attachments to get more work done.
The available 48" plug aerator for the Force Z-23, mounted to the mid-mount hydraulic lift system, enables 115,000 sq. ft. per hour aerating output. With hydraulic downward-pressure and 400 lbs. of weights, this machine outperforms many dedicated aerators while achieving core depths up to 3 - 1/2". ...
Our proprietary Stealth Blade design offers the perfect subsurface compaction relief. The middle ground between the Profile Blades and Scarifiers, Stealth Blades offer less resistance to cut through thicker-rooted vegetation, with ease. Great for de-weeding an infield skin, or vegetation removal ...
The VersiBlade Mini-Box gives the Force Z-23 extra earth-moving muscle and unmatched versatility. It easily sifts through dirt, so operators can do a pass to dig aggressively, decompact the soil, and dislodge rocks. Then they can come back through as needed to gather roots and rocks into a spoil ...
A less intrusive version of the core aerator, the Slit Aerator pokes slits in the surface, up to 2 inches deep, to assist in overseeding, compaction relief or on the skin to assist in opening the infield surface post-rain. 350 lbs of suitcase weights insure the spikes break up some of the hardest ...
Can be pitched vertically to back blade material from high areas and fill into low areas, it can pull off loose vegetation and debris into piles, and it creates an ideal finish on gravel parking lots and for other heavy dirt work. • Break up clay clods • Abrasion Resistant Steel • Use moving ...
Mini-Box Blade attachment gives the Force Z-23 extra earth-moving muscle and unmatched versatility. The Mini-Box Blade easily mounts to the Force Z-23's unique mid-mount attachment system with drive-over capability and easy spin-on locks. With fingertip control of the powerful hydraulic & ...
The Ripping Teeth make easy work of extreme hardpan and vegetation outside of the field. The rippers enable the Force Z-23 to be used to maintain gravel roads, parking lots, and even complete seedbed preparation jobs. These teeth temporarily replace the VibraFlex groomer or Profile Blades™ and are ...
Remove overgrown vegetation from the lips and edges of the infield with the Edger and Clean Up Tool. Attached to the patented mid-mount spring system, this edger can make either a straight cut on the line or can be adjusted to windrow while cutting. A site gauge allows for precision cutting. ...
Used to de-compact the surface without up-ending the surface profile! For light renovation work, the patented Profile Blade™ attachment yields unparalleled de-compaction results by slicing the complete profile of the infield material from 1/2" up to 3 inches under the infield surface. Occasionally ...
Patent-pending attachment that re-imagines infield preparation. Evenly staggered U-pins transfer vibration and flex from front to back, dancing along the infield to shatter surface tension and prepare any engineered soil and surface conditioner. Two models provide the best solution for different ...
Provides a perfect finish for pro-level infield conditioners. This coated steel lattice evenly floats over the infield surface material to level and redistribute conditioner. Flared edges seamlessly feathers edges, leaving no trails even on sharp turns. The Pro Finisher is designed for use on well ...
The rear soil finisher attachment will take your soil conditioning and landscape finishing capabilities to a whole new level. With a swivel hookup and our patented H-frame, you can turn without pushing material to the side, so the whole system floats with the machine even in the tightest of turns. ...
Heavy-duty metal flexible mat is ideal for resetting a surface after heavier renovation or grooming
A rigid metal mat with built-in leveling bar is ideal for every-day use and a perfect finish.
A perfect drag for surfaces with more moisture, the coco mat also has a built-in leveling bar.
The all new VibraFlex 3500-R is a game-changer. Stationed behind the ABI Force, two staggered rows of 1/4" or 1/8" VibraFlex pins that are designed to remove tire compression and air out the field. Simply lower the rear hydraulic lift to engage the VibraFlex 3500-R for nail-dragging and Laser ...
No need for a wheelbarrow if you have an Force Z-23 with rear Scoop on your trailer. With its hydraulic lift system and electric actuated dump and retraction ability, the Scoop can carry up to 300 pounds of mulch or soil and place it right where you want it.
The Fine Finish Broom creates the perfect finish in both high and low moisture conditions on well-maintained surfaces. This broom is 7' wide and offers 3 rows of bristles. The mounting arms are adjustable to set the exact working angle desired and the broom has an ideal weight for the perfect ...
Holds 120 lbs. of material and has an adjustable spread pattern from 4 to 25 feet, adjustable flow, and side deflector. This commercial-grade and independently controlled electric spreader is ideal for precisely broadcasting nearly any type of seed, fertilizer and even some infield surface ...
Ideal for contractors looking to make quick work of sidewalks and tight corners in residential areas and around commercial buildings. This snow plow mounting system includes all the hydraulic and mechanical components needed to connect a BOSS® 4' or 5' wide ATV Poly snow plow blade to a Force Z-23. ...
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Designed specifically for contractors, the landscape configuration of the Force comes with all the features you need to cut down your time and labor on jobs, while growing your efficiency.
Manufactured Right Here
You want the best quality materials, you want the highest quality workmanship, you want your attachments made in the United States of America. That’s why, since 1997, we’ve been manufacturing and selling equipment built to exceed your expectations, just like we should.
36-Month Warranty
We build equipment with commercial-grade construction and superior craftsmanship, so you can rest assured it will last a very long time. And to back that up, we offer a 36-month limited warranty on this product. See warranty documentation for details.
Reviews
In my 40 plus years of working on fields as a player, high school coach, collegiate coach and now maintaining the fields at the Softball Hall of Fame I have never had one piece of equipment that has made as much of an impact of maintaining fields as the ABI Force. The Force is such a versatile and agile piece of equipment that performs a multitude of jobs for us that we never were able to do or it performs these jobs so much better and efficiently for us than in the past. The greatest impact the Force makes on our facility is our ability to laser weekly after each tournament event. We are now able to maintain our surfaces on a weekly basis by managing and replacing our material, preventing low spots in our infield due to heavy play. This provides us with a safer surface that is manageable both in dry and wet conditions. I give the Force my highest recommendation for an infield grooming machine.
The ABI Force from ABI Attachments has been a complete game changer, at the USA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium, here in Oklahoma City, OK. Being able to laser grade our infields whenever we want and how we want has been an absolute blessing! We are now better able to not only control where our water travels from our infields, but we are also better able to control our moisture throughout the days, weeks and months of a softball season. The ability to pitch our fields in different directions almost on command has changed the way we take care of our softball fields.This machine has also saved us time and labor! Being able to operate multiple attachments at the same time makes the work much more efficient and less strenuous on our personnel. We essentially have gained more man power without having to hire more workers. This machine is a BEAST!
With the ABI force I gotta say it’s a one in a kind of machine with it is anyways, but with what it can do it’s priceless for a grounds crew . I have 10 fields I mostly use the ABI force for and with the ABI and myself I can get all 6 fields spiked leveled and groomed all in 4 hours. The district I work for didn’t have a groomer they used a bobcat to do it’s work in the past this is something I pushed for and sold my boss on getting and we did. This has replaced 4 guys. The ABI is a huge time saver for me now I have those four guys mowing other areas in the district and helping.
We have been using our ABI Force Z23 for just over a year now, and it has become an indispensable piece of equipment. From the obvious use on our districts Baseball and Softball field, to maintaining our clay running tracks at the middle schools. We also use it with our grounds team to spot aerate, overseed, and fertilize smaller turf areas with challenges rather than blanket treat all turf areas. This has been saving the district hundreds of dollars twice a year. My athletic groundskeepers at the high school also asked to use it to widen the base paths on our varsity and JV fields to allow a more normal path of travel for the 6 foot wide attachments. Our coach and Athletic Director were thrilled with the results. This never would have happened if it required a sod cutter, tractor bucket, and days of raking to prep the ground. I highly recommend this over any other piece of grooming option!
Specifications
| Power | Kohler® Command Pro 23 hp EFI V-Twin OHV (17.2kW) | 747cc | 4-Cycle Air Cooled | Gasoline | Model ECH740 |
| Air Filter | Heavy Duty 2-Stage Cyclonic canister air filtration system |
| Fuel | 6 gallon/22.7125 liter capacity with fuel gauge | Unleaded gasoline |
| Electrical | 20 amp Regulated alternator | 350 CCA at 0 degrees - battery |
| Drive | Hydrostatic zero-turn | HydroGear variable displacement pumps & fixed displacement wheel motors |
| Speed | Forward 0-10 mph; Reverse 0-4 mph |
| Braking | Dynamic braking via hydrostatic transmission | Integrated parking brake |
| Tires & Wheels | Front (Air): 13 x 6.50-6, Rear: 24 x 12.00-12 (Air or Optional Tweel) |
| Frame Construction | Rugged tube steel |
| Mid-Mount System | Independent hydraulic lift & pitch controls with adjustable & lockable spring-loaded down force with Responsive Variable Force (RVF) technology. |
| Rear-Mount System | Hydraulic lift control with articulation |
| Towing Capacity | 1-1/4" receiver - 2,000 lbs. towing capacity at slow speed on flat and open ground only! Never tow anything on an incline! |
| Operator Experience | Cushioned knee pad & spring cushioned standing platform | Cushioned zero-turn steering levers | Dash indicator lights | USB power port | Cup holder | Machine mount assistance bar |
| Environmental | EPA & CARB compliant |
| Base Unit Weight | 1,300 lbs. |
| Dimensions | 93" L x 56" W x 57"H | 72"-84" With optional rear attachments |
| Limited Warranty | 36-month machine and accessories/36-month unlimited hour commercial warranty (refer to manual) |
Support Material
- ABI Force Z-23 Owner's Manual
- Finish Blade
- Kohler Command PRO
- Attach Match Guarantee
- Service Schedule
- Broom Assembly
- Mini box assembly
- Edger (Before 6/1/2017)
- VibraFlex Assembly
- Mat & Broom Warranty
- VibraFlex Warranty
- Rear Vibraflex
- Coco Mat
- Fine Finish Broom
- Pro Finisher
- Rigid Dragmat
- Flexible Dragmat
- Rear Cultipacker Instructional Sheet
- Rear Rake Attachment Instructional Sheet
- Electric Spreader Instruction Sheet
- Edger Attachment Instruction Sheet to 4/2021
- Edger Attachment Instruction Sheet after 4/2021
- Finish Blade Kit Instruction Sheet
- Aerator Quick Start Guide
- ABI Force Z-23 Speedometer Installation Guide
- Rear Pivot Lift Instruction Guide
- Warranty
- Infield Groomers Brochure
- Mobile Work Station Kit Installation Guide
- Laser Installation Manual