Toro 30344, 30345 Specifications

Groundsmaster® 3280-D

An all-purpose outfront rotary mower that embodies the Toro standard for durability while meeting
today’s more stringent cutting demands.

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ENGINE

FUEL CAPACITY

GAUGES & PROTECTION

SYSTEMS

RADIATOR

TRACTION DRIVE

GROUND SPEED

MAIN FRAME

TIRES/WHEELS/ PRESSURE

BRAKES

SEAT & SUSPENSION

STEERING

OPERATOR AREA

IMPLEMENT DRIVE

IMPLEMENT LIFT

CONTROLS

ELECTRICAL FEATURES

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

CLEARANCE

WARRANTY

CERTIFICATION

Groundsmaster® 3280-D Specifications

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GROUNDSMASTER 3280-D, 2WD - MODEL 30344
GROUNDSMASTER 3280-D, 4WD - MODEL 30345

Kubota,® 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel. Power: 24.8 hp (18.5 kW) gross, at rated speed of 3000 rpm. Torque peak: 71.5 (52.7) Nm (lbs-ft) @ 2200 rpm. Displacement:
1123cc. High idle: 3200 rpm no load (uninstalled) 3100-3200 installed. Remote-mounted 5" Donaldson
EPA Tier IV Final Compliant.

11.3 gallon (42.8 liter), diesel fuel. 2008 and newer models Biodiesel-Ready for use up to B-20 (20% biodiesel and 80% petroleum blend).

Hour meter, fuel gauge, 4 light warning cluster gauge: oil pressure, water temperature, amps and glow plug. High water temperature shut-down. Hood lock, foldable
ROPS.

Mid-mounted industrial radiator construction, 8.5 fins per inch. Approx. 7 quart (6.6 liter) capacity. Remote mounted 1 quart
(.95 liter) expansion tank.

Hydrostatic U-type transmission with single pedal control of forward/reverse ground speed. 25 micron replaceable filter. Axle serves as reservoir for hydrostatic
transmission; also serves the power steering and lift valve. Approx. lubrication capacity: 6 quarts (5.7 liters). 4WD: Rear axle is mechanically driven from front axle
by a universal shaft. An on-demand, bi-directional overrunning clutch prevents rear tire scuffing in turns and maintains turning radius, same as in 2-wheel drive
mode. Approx. 3.1 quart (2.9 liter) gear lubricant capacity.

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air cleaner. Fuel filter/water separator.

SPECIFICATIONS COMMON TO GROUNDSMASTER 3280-D & 3320 SERIES

0-10 mph (0-16.1 km/h), infinitely variable.

All welded formed steel.

Two front traction drive tires-23 x 9.5-12 with demountable rims. Two rear steering tires: 2WD: 16 x 6.5-8;
4WD: 18 x 6.5-8. All tires are tubeless and 4-ply rated. Recommended tire pressure: 20 psi (138 kPa).
Optional Wide Tire w/ Rim, 23 x 10.5-12, Part No. 119-2864, 4-ply, or 69-9880, 6-ply.

Individual 7" x 1.75" (17.8 cm x 4.4 cm) drum type wheel brakes and parking brakes on front traction wheels. Dynamic braking through traction drive.

Deluxe seat with adjustable fore/aft travel, Model 30398. Requires air ride, Model 30313, or mechanical seat suspensions, Model 30312. Adjustable for height and
weight. Available armrests model 30707: required Part No. 108-9687 Armrest adapter kit. 12V Power Port/Electrical Accessory Kit, Model 30382, required for use of air
ride seat suspension.

Hydraulic power steering. 14" (36 cm) tilt steering wheel, released and locked by a single lever control.

Multi-tiered beverage holder, storage box, retractable seatbelt, and available 12V power port Model 30382.

1" (2.5 cm) diameter PTO shaft clutched by a torque-teamed “HA” section V-belt. PTO engaged by electric clutch/brake. Connection to implement is with a universal
joint and telescoping shaft assembly.

Twin 2.75" hydraulic cylinders operate lift arms. Hydraulic counter balance for greater stability and traction.

Foot-operated traction and brake pedals. Hand-operated throttle, PTO switch, brake lock, implement lift switch, ignition switch and
glow plugs.

12-volt maintenance free battery with 530 cold cranking amps at 0° F (-18° C), 80 minute reserve capacity at 80° F (27° C). 40 amp alternator with I.C. regulator/
rectifier. 2 amp standard control module log circuit. Seat switch, PTO, traction and parking brake interlock switches. Easy access to fuse panel. Available 12V Power
Port/Electrical Accessory Kit, Model 30382.

Width Length Height w/ROPS Down Height w/ROPS Up Dry Weight Wheelbase
GM3280-D 2WD 47" (119 cm)
GM3280-D 4WD 47" (119 cm)

Front ground clearance: 6" (15.2 cm), 4WD: rear ground clearance of 4.25" (10.8 cm).

Two-year limited warranty. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for further details.

Certified to meet the American National Standard Institute’s (ANSI) specifications, B71.4-2004 and applicable Federal and State regulations based thereon.

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83.5" (212 cm) 56" (142 cm) 77" (195 cm) 1,340 lbs. (608 kg) 46" (117 cm)

[2]

85" (216 cm) 56" (142 cm) 77" (195 cm) 1,520 lbs. (690 kg) 47.5" (121 cm)

* Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Products depicted in this literature are for demonstration purposes only.

Actual products offered for sale may vary in use, design, required attachments and safety features. See distributor for details on all warranties.

[1] Measured from outside of front tires.

[2] Measured from outside of rear tires.

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Groundsmaster® 3280-D Accessories Specifications

FULL FLOTATION CUTTING UNITS

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TYPE

TRIMABILITY

CONSTRUCTION

HEIGHT OF CUT

MOWING RATE

SPINDLE ASSEMBLY

CUTTER DRIVE

BLADES

OPTIONAL BLADES

SUSPENSION

CASTER WHEELS

ANTI-SCALP FEATURES

DECK COVERS

LIFT ARMS

WEIGHT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

CERTIFICATION

72" SIDE DISCHARGE

MODEL 31336

72" (183 cm) width of cut, three blade, front
mounted rotary. Adjustable front baffle. Side
discharge.

Offset 7.1" (18 cm) to the left; 37.9
(96 cm) uncut circle left. Deck overhang: 19.7" (50
cm) from outside of wheel to left trim side. Uncut
circle with use of wheel brakes: 0".

Welded 7-gauge steel, 5.5" (14 cm) deep. 5/16" (8 mm) rubber discharge chute (30368 model only).

1.0-5" (2.5-12.7 cm) adjustable front and rear in .5" (12.7 mm) increments with spacers on the front caster shafts.

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Mows up to 3.6 acres/h (1.46 hectares/h) at 5 mph (8 km/h).

Ductile cast iron 9" (23 cm) diameter conical spindle housing; Dual greaseable tapered roller bearings; Spindle shaft is 1.25" (3.2 cm) diameter, solid cold finished
steel, and splined connection between spindle shaft and pulley; Welded blade retainer plus anti-scalp cups.

Isolation mounted, splined PTO-driven gearbox transfers power to three separate spindles via two separate "B" section belts.

Three 24.5" (62 cm) long, .25" (6 mm) thick, 2.5" (6
cm) wide heat-treated steel blades.

High Flow and Atomic

Independent, 2.5" (6.4 cm) square tubing, lift/push arms each attached to separate castor arms.

Two rear 6" (15.2 cm) diameter castor tires.
Two front 8.0 x 3.5 pneumatic tires (foam filled
optional) with tubes and maintenance free
bearings. Tensioning caps, made from impact
modified thermoplastic alloy, are used to hold the
castor wheels on the castor arms.

Six anti-scalp rollers. Anti-scalp cup located on
each blade. Plastic replaceable skid on trim side.

Quick-release type latches. (Tools required for EU)

Independent lift arms and hydraulic weight transfer provide deck flotation.

530 lbs. (240 kg) 441 lbs. (200 kg) 491 lbs. (223 kg)

Rear Weight Kit, High Tip Speed Kit, Recycler Kit,
Leaf Mulcher Kit.

Cutting unit meets specification of American National Standard ANSI B71.4-2004, Safety Specifications for commercial turf care equipment. Cutting unit meets
specifications of European standard EN836, CE approved.

72" BASE DECK CONFIGURATION MODEL 30404,

WITH 72" REAR DISCHARGE COMPLETION KIT

(30303)

72" (183 cm) width of cut, three blade, baffle. front
mounted rotary. Rear discharge.

Deck offset to the left from centerline: 5.50" (14
cm). Deck trim width from outside of standard
traction tire to trim side - left: 17.4" (44 cm).
Uncut circle with use of wheel brakes: 0".

Three 25.18" (64 cm) long, .25" (6 mm) thick, 2.5"
(6 cm) wide heat-treated steel blades.

Two front 8.0 x 3.5 pneumatic tires (foam filled
optional) with tubes and maintenance free
bearings. Tensioning caps, made from impact
modified thermoplastic alloy, are used to hold the
castor wheels on the castor arms.

Five anti-scalp rollers. Anti-scalp cup located on
each blade. Plastic replaceable skid on each side.

Rear Weight Kit, Bahia Tall Grass Kit.

72" GUARDIAN® RECYCLER

72" (183 cm) width of cut, three blade, front
mounted rotary. Recycling with vertical discharge.

Deck offset to left from centerline:
7" (18 cm). Deck trim width from outside of
standard tire to trim side - left: 17.4" (44 cm).
Uncut circle with use of wheel brakes: 0."

Three 25.18" (64 cm) long, .25" (6 mm) thick, 2.5"
(6 cm) wide heat-treated steel blades.

Two rear 6" (15.2 cm) diameter castor tires.
Two front 8.0 x 3.5 pneumatic tires (foam filled
optional) with tubes and maintenance free
bearings. Tensioning caps, made from impact
modified thermoplastic alloy, are used to hold the
castor wheels on the castor arms.

Anti-scalp cup located on each blade. Six anti-scalp
rollers. Plastic replaceable skid on each side.

Fine Recycler Completion Kit (30346).
Rear Weight Kit, Bahia Tall Grass Kit.

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(31335)

* Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Products depicted in this literature are for demonstration purposes only.

Actual products offered for sale may vary in design, required attachments and safety features. Consult your local Toro Distributor.

[1] Mowing rate is dependent on conditions.

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TYPE

TRIMABILITY

CONSTRUCTION

HEIGHT OF CUT

MOWING RATE

SPINDLE ASSEMBLY

CUTTER DRIVE

BLADES

CARRIER FRAME

SUSPENSION

CASTER WHEELS

ANTI-SCALP FEATURES

DECK COVERS

LIFT ARMS

OPTIONAL

EQUIPMENT

CERTIFICATION

Groundsmaster® 3280-D Accessories

Specifications* (continued)

FULL FLOTATION CUTTING UNITS

60" SIDE DISCHARGE

MODEL 30366

60" (152 cm) width of cut, 3-blade, front mounted
rotary. Adjustable front baffle. Side discharge.

Offset 4.33" (10.9 cm) to the left; 42.6" (108.2 cm)
uncut circle left. Deck overhang: 11.17" (28.4 cm)
from outside of wheel to left trim side.

7-gauge steel 5.5" (13.97 cm) deep; welded
construction. 5/16" (8 mm) rubber discharge chute.

1" to 5" (2.5 cm to 12.7 cm) adjustable .5" (12.7 mm) increments with spacers on the front and rear castor
shafts. Adjustable HOC links for rear of deck.

Mows up to 3.0 acres/h (1.22 hectares/h) at

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5 mph (8 km/h).

Ductile cast iron 9" (23 cm) diameter conical spindle housing; Dual greaseable tapered roller bearings; Spindle shaft is 1.25" (3.2 cm) diameter, solid cold finished
steel, and splined connection between spindle shaft and pulley; Welded blade retainer plus anti-scalp cups.

Isolation mounted, splined PTO-driven gearbox transfers power to three separate spindles via two separate
"B" section belts.

Three 20.5" (52 cm) long, .25" (6 mm) thick, 2.5"
(6.35 cm) wide, heat-treated steel blades. Optional
Atomic™ Mulching Blade (110-4703).

Independent, 2.5" square tubing, lift/push arms each attached to separate castor arms.

Front: Two 8.0" x 3.5" (20.3 cm x 8.9 cm) pneumatic tires (foam filled optional) with tubes and maintenance­free bearings. Tensioning caps made from impact modified thermoplastic alloy – are used to hold the castor
wheels on the castor arms.

6 rollers. Anti-scalp cup located on each blade
spindle. Plastic skid on trim side.

Quick-release type latches; no tools required. (Tools required for E.U.)

Independent lift arms and hydraulic weight transfer provide deck flotation.

Rear Weight Kit, Collection System, High Tip Speed
Kit, Striping Kit, Leaf Mulcher Kit, High Flow Blade
(110-4702).

Cutting unit meets specification of American
National Standard ANSI B71.4-2004, Safety
Specifications for commercial turf care equipment.

Cutting unit meets specifications of European
standard EN836, CE approved, except some blades
and the High Tip Speed Kit.

62" BASE DECK CONFIGURATION GUARDIAN®

RECYCLER® OR REAR DISCHARGE, MODEL 30403

62" (157 cm) width of cut, 3-blade, front mounted
rotary. Recycling with vertical discharge or rear
discharge.

Offset 2.75" (6.9 cm) to the left; 44.5" (113 cm)
uncut circle left. Deck overhang: 10.43" (26.5 cm)
from outside of wheel to left trim side.

7-gauge steel 4.25" (10.8 cm) deep, welded
construction.

Mows up to 3.1 acres/h (1.25 hectares/h) at 5 mph
(8 km/h).

Three 21.75" (55 cm) long, .25" (6 mm) thick, 2.5"
(6.35 cm) wide, heat-treated steel blades. Optional
Atomic Mulching Blade (107-0214).

5 rollers on Rear Discharge Deck, 6 rollers on
Guardian Deck. Anti-scalp cup located on each
blade spindle. Plastic skid on each side.

Required Equipment: 62" Rear Discharge Deck
Completion Kit (30305) or 62" Recycler Deck
Completion Kit (30306)

Rear Discharge Conversion Kit, Guardian Recycler
Conversion Kit, Rear Weight Kit, Bahia Tall Grass
Kit.

Cutting unit meets specification of American
National Standard ANSI B71.4-2004, Safety
Specifications for commercial turf care.

Cutting unit meets specifications of European
standard EN836, CE approved.

52" (132 cm) width of cut, 3-blade, front mounted
rotary. Side discharge.

Deck offset from outside of wheel to left trim
side: 10.25" (26 cm). Uncut circle left: 26" (66
cm). Uncut circle with use of individual wheel
brakes: 0".

12-gauge formed steel construction with integral
structural ribs, 7-gauge welded support brackets
5" (12.7 cm) deep
Wind-Tunnel® housing. Steel discharge chute.

Adjustable in .5" (12.7 mm) increments by
repositioning 4 clevis pins holding the deck
suspended from carrier frame hanger brackets.
Height of cut range: 1" to 4" (2.5 to 10.2 cm)

Mows up to 2.6 acres/h (1.1 hectares/h) at
5 mph (8 km/h).

PTO shaft driven, isolation mounted gearbox
with 1.25:1 spiral bevel gears. Gearbox pulley
drives a single “AA” section belt to 3 spindles,
self-tensioned with a rubber torsion idler arm and
riveted steel idler pulley with ag-type wiper seal
and bearing.

Three 18" (46 cm) long, 2.5" (6.3 cm) wide, .19"
(5 mm) thick, heat-treated steel blades. Optional
Atomic Mulching Blade, P/N 104-1301.

Mower freely suspended in carrier frame. Height
of cut bracket design and flexible carrier frame
enhance cutting unit flotation and ground
following capability.

Pneumatic, 8" turf tread tires, 8 x 3-4 regreaseable
roller bearings and heavy duty bushings rotating
on a replaceable spanner. (Optional Phenolic
Caster Wheel Assembly, P/N 27-1050; two
required.)

4 anti-scalp roller. Anti-scalp cup located on each
blade spindle.

High strength lift arms with mounting provision
for quick attach-detach of mower carrier frame or
other attachments.

Rear Weight Kit, Collection System,
High Sail Blades (44-5480, 56-2390-03)

Certified to meet the American National Standard
Institute’s (ANSI) specifications, B71.4-2004 and
applicable Federal and State regulations based
equipment thereon.

52" SIDE DISCHARGE

MODEL 30555

* Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Products depicted in this literature are for demonstration purposes only.

Actual products offered for sale may vary in design, required attachments and safety features. Consult your local Toro Distributor.

[1] Mowing rate is dependent on conditions.

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Groundsmaster

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3280-D Attachments Specifications

(continued)

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GM300 DEBRIS BLOWER RETROFIT KITS

Converts model 30855 for the GM3280-D/ 3320. Required kits are the following: PN 110­8539: Blower Adapter Kit, and PN 110-8540: Attachment Frame Kit.

DEBRIS BLOWER, MODEL 30823

POWER SOURCE

HITCH/MOUNT

FRAME

BEARINGS

IMPELLER

AIR MOVEMENT

DIRECTIONAL CHUTE

DIMENSIONS

SHIPPING WEIGHT

Groundsmaster 3280 tractor's-PTO drive. Belt drive.

Out-front design for Groundsmaster tractors (requires Attachment
Frame Kit, PN 110-8540).

All welded steel construction.

2 self-sealed, self-aligning.

12 blades, reversed curve, 21" (53.3 cm) diameter,
sandcast aluminum.

130 mph (209 km/h)@ 2700 rpm, 3650 cfm

All steel, over-center locking, spring tension control,
operated from tractor seat.

Length Width Height
46" (117 cm) 35.6" (90 cm) 34.9" (89 cm)

300 lbs. (136 kg)

ROTARY BROOM M-B MODEL MCT**

TYPE

SWING

BROOM SIZE

BRUSH

SHIPPING WEIGHT

OPTIONS

Windrow type, front mounted mechanical drive
broom. Hydraulic angling, 30 degrees left and right.

Swing pivot point inline with 50 degree CV joint

25" (63.5 cm) diameter brush,
60" (152 cm) width.

Sectional brush with choice of polypropylene, wire or combination
radial segments.

60" Broom: 500 lbs., (227 kg).

Hydraulic Swing Cylinder, Dirt Deflector, Storage
Stands.

MECHANICAL

SUNSHADE

UNIVERSAL MOUNT

BIMINI CANVAS

Model 30349

Model 30358

V-PLOW, MODEL 30750

CUTTING WIDTH

HITCH/MOUNT

CONSTRUCTION

* Information regarding non-Toro (Allied Vendor) products is included in the Toro Golf and Grounds Equipment Guide as a

convenience to Toro customers. Toro does not warrant, endorse or support any products purchased from Allied vendors.
Additionally, Toro shall not be responsible for any personal injury or property damage, whether direct or consequential, caused
by such Allied products. Toro does not certify fit up, compatibility or functionality of Allied products.

**Manufactured by M-B Companies, Inc.

*** Manufactured by Erskine. Depending on mower configuration, an auxiliary

valve kit (Toro model 110-5670) must be added to the tractor. Addition wheel
weights may be required. The Toro Company does not manufacture or sell the
snowthrower, nor does Toro guarantee these accessories in any manner whatsoever.

48" (121.9 cm)

Out-front design for Groundsmaster tractors.
Required kits are the following:
V-Plow Mounting Kit, PN 115-4917 and Attachment
Frame Kit, PN 110-8540.

All welded steel.

BODY/FRAME

GLASS

INTERIOR

HVAC

SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS

STAGE

WIDTH OF CUT

CUTTING HEIGHT

CUTTING EDGE

SKID SHOES

AUGER DIAMETER

FAN DIAMETER

CHUTE ROTATION

SHEAR PROTECTION

CASTING DISTANCE

APPROXIMATE SHIPPING

WEIGHT

HOSES

CONFIGURATION

WHEEL WEIGHT

HOPPER CAPACITY

BLOWER ASSEMBLY

DECK BAFFLES

BUMPER

CAB, MODEL 30298 (Available June 2015)

ROPS certified cab (ISO 21299); rubber sound isolator
cab mounts; fold away exterior side mirrors. (Optional
road light kit and rotating beacon kit available.)

Full glass rear window and both doors, tinted
(50%); front and rear windows open andact as an
emergency exit using quick release latch. Heavy-duty
pantograph front windshield wiper and washer.

Interior mirror, upholstered panels, textured TPE
ripple rubber floor mat, dome light.

Pressurized heater/fan.

American National Standards Institute (ANSI B71.4-

2012) and applicable ISO EN 5395 (CE) (machine
directive 89/392, 91/368, 93/44, 84/538, 89/336)
requirements; Optional lights. Meets ANSI/ASAE

5279.12 (Lighting and Marking of Agricultural
Equipment on Highways).

SNOWTHROWER ERSKINE MODEL 1600***

2

53" (135 cm)

22" (56 cm)

51" (130 cm) bolt-on

Adjustable/Hardened

12" (30 cm) open flight

16" (41 cm)

Hydraulic

Pressure relief

Up to 25' (7.62 m)

418 lbs. (190 kg)

Included

15 CU. FT. HI-LIFT HOPPER COLLECTION SYSTEM,

MODEL 30356

A turf collection system consisting of a pivoting three-point,
quick detach mounting structure that supports the lift linkage and
hydraulically raises to dump collected clippings.

75 lb. (34 kg) wheel weight mounts to the left front
wheel to offset RH hopper weight.

15 cu. ft. (440 liters)

52" BLOWER KIT, MODEL 30502
60" BLOWER KIT, MODEL 30357

Blower assembly housing is 16" (41 cm) diameter; welded construction. The blower
assembly attaches to the cutting unit's discharge port and is belt driven from the
cutting unit. Impeller speed is 1800 rpm at 3200 rpm engine speed. Impeller shaft
bearing is outboard mounted.

Steel baffles mount under deck housing to direct clippings into blower.

Bumper of steel tubing is bolted to deck suspension frame to protect blower housing.

Note: Use with high lift collection system

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