Golf course machinery giant Toro has introduced the electric GreensPro® e1700, the new Workman® LTX Utility Vehicle and an expanded Intelli360® digital toolbox at the 2026 Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) Conference and Trade Show in Orlando, Florida.
The GreensPro® e1700 greens roller is a heavy-duty, all-electric greens roller engineered to deliver exceptionally smooth, consistent golf greens while boosting operator efficiency and productivity. Powered by Toro’s advanced HyperCell® Lithium-ion battery technology, the GreensPro e1700 delivers reliable power and performance.
The GreensPro e1700 is designed for maximum coverage and consistency. An impressive 69-inch (175 cm) rolling width allows teams to cover significantly more surface area in a single pass. Operator comfort and control are enhanced through new intuitive joystick controls, which allow users of any experience level to easily manage speed and direction with point-and-go steering. These controls also include an advanced pass alignment function that ensures uniform, repeatable results with the push of a button.
A three-roller configuration ensures the GreensPro e1700 provides optimal surface coverage and consistent ground contact across the entire rolling width. Each drum is driven by an independent electric motor that allows for automatic speed adjustments during turns and stops. This innovative feature actively prevents green scuffing and scrubbing that causes visible turf damage.
The SmartHitchTM Integrated Trailer replaces traditional separate trailers or pull-over drawbars, improving the speed and ease of transport. The simple drive-up system allows the GreensPro e1700 to efficiently connect to a transport vehicle without the operator exiting the machine. This system eliminates downtime spent positioning lift bars and maneuvering separate trailers, reducing physical strain on operators and improving overall safety.
The power behind the GreensPro e1700 is the Toro HyperCell Lithium-ion battery technology. The standard two-battery configuration is capable of providing enough runtime to easily roll more than 18 holes.
“When it comes to productivity, superintendents are going to see a significant increase in what they can achieve with the GreensPro e1700,” said Nate Fisher, product marketing manager at Toro. “From the wider rolling width to the SmartHitch transport, it’s designed for maximum efficiency and helping teams cover more ground faster. The virtually silent operation is also a game-changer for those essential early morning rolling shifts.”
Toro is also excited to introduce the all-new Workman® LTX Utility Vehicle, the next generation of the light-duty Workman Series. The new model will replace the long standing GTX Series, building upon the legendary performance that has made it a staple on golf courses and grounds worldwide.
For more than three decades, the Workman family of utility vehicles has been synonymous with the strength and reliability needed to maintain parks, golf courses, sports fields, campuses and countless other properties, earning the trust of professionals in various industries. Its adaptability has made it a staple in the arsenal of those who refuse to compromise on efficiency, productivity and performance. Toro honors that legacy by continuing to improve on innovation that meets the evolving needs of customers with the new LTX Series.
“By expanding our lithium-ion lineup and completely reimagining the dashboard, we’ve created a machine that combines superior storage, versatile power options and operator comfort to meet the needs of our customers,” said Marissa Garin, product marketing manager at Toro. “The Workman LTX is a direct reflection of the professionals who use our equipment every day. We didn’t just set out to build a new utility vehicle, the feedback we received from customers was intentionally incorporated to solve real-world challenges.”
The Workman LTX is available in two powertrain options. The electric model is powered by Toro’s HyperCell® Lithium-ion battery technology and comes standard with two batteries. A third battery can be added for operations requiring extended runtime. The gasoline model is equipped with a Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 400 EFI engine with integrated oil level sensors and an automatic engine shut-off feature to ensure long-term reliability.
Reimagined from the ground up, the Workman LTX features a sleek new hood, bumper, grille and headlights design. An all-new dashboard configuration provides two times more storage compared to the previous GTX model, while the change from a hand parking brake on the dash to a foot-operated or an electric parking brake option creates more space and overall intuitive design. An LCD display provides important information and dual USB A and C ports ensure device compatibility and constant connectivity. The oversized cup holders and bolstered bench seat provide the space and support needed for the most demanding shifts.
The Workman LTX Series will be available in six models with 2-seat and 4-seat options. Whether you’re hauling hand tools across a sports complex or checking work around a sprawling campus, the Workman LTX provides the towing and bed capacity required to get the job done.
The Workman LTX Series represents Toro’s continuous commitment to innovation and the professionals who keep sports fields, parks, golf courses and more at their peak.
Toro has also announced a significant expansion of the Intelli360® digital toolbox with the addition of streamlined parts ordering functionality. The expansion further positions Intelli360 as a comprehensive central hub for superintendents and equipment managers to oversee their entire equipment operation from a single source.
“Our goal with Intelli360 is to provide a true digital toolbox that helps simplify the complexity of managing a modern fleet,” said Janel Hinde, digital product marketing manager at Toro. “By integrating parts ordering and introducing advanced features like public and private shopping lists, we’ve made the process much more intuitive. It’s about ensuring that parts ordering is as efficient and effortless as possible.”
By integrating parts ordering directly alongside equipment monitoring and maintenance schedules, Intelli360 creates a truly optimized fleet management experience. From their desktops, superintendents can seamlessly manage equipment fleets no matter where they are located on the facility property through the use of telematics devices installed on equipment. Users can view maintenance needed, create work orders for their staff and now order parts in one central hub.
The new parts ordering functionality provides a more modern and intuitive user experience. Parts ordering within Intelli360 uses a new single-cart model that allows users to seamlessly add genuine Toro parts and non-OEM parts to a single order.
Designed to simplify parts ordering, an integrated shopping list feature allows for rapid re-ordering of common items like filters and blades. Staff can also build “shopping lists” of needed components for supervisor review and approval before an order is finalized. Technicians can identify a maintenance need, add repair parts to a shopping list and managers can complete the parts order in just a few clicks.
As part of the Intelli360 roadmap, Toro plans to introduce integrated parts inventory management, which will allow for automated alerts when stock drops below user-defined thresholds. Additionally, future updates include fault code notifications that will provide initial steps needed to diagnose and address the fault.
Meanwhile, The Toro Company will welcome more than 200 students and professors representing over 30 universities across the United States and Canada for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of its booth at the show.
During this immersive experience, attendees of the GCSAA Trade Show will be able to explore the latest innovations in golf course maintenance and grounds equipment, gaining firsthand insight into the state-of-the-art technology shaping the future of the industry.
In addition to showcasing advanced solutions for turf management and irrigation systems, the event will highlight The Toro Company’s commitment to cultivating the next generation of professionals. Students will be able to network with industry leaders and be introduced to a robust pipeline of internship opportunities and career pathways, reinforcing Toro’s dedication to education and workforce development within the golf and turf industry.
“We’re thrilled to connect with future leaders and educators who share our passion for excellence in golf course management,” said Marnie K. Wells, President of The Toro Company Foundation.
“This event reflects our ongoing mission to support education and innovation while building strong relationships with the academic community.”
Michael Battaglia, Mikerly Joseph and Zachary Newsome are the 2025 Dr. James Watson Fellows from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), and each will receive a $5,000 scholarship and attend the 2026 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show in Orlando. The Watson Fellowship is supported by The Toro Company and is administered by the GCSAA Foundation, the philanthropic organization of GCSAA.
The Watson Fellowship, started in 1998, is named in honor of the late James R. Watson, Ph.D., a pioneer and visionary in turfgrass research and vice president at The Toro Company. The fellowship recognizes students in postgraduate degree programs who have been identified as scientists that will go on to be leaders in turfgrass management.
“The future of golf and its sustainability efforts rely on innovative turfgrass research, and it’s thanks to researchers like the 2025 Watson Fellowship Program winners that the game of golf continues to thrive,” said GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans said. “We thank The Toro Company for its ongoing support for the Watson Fellowship Program. Congratulations to Mikerly, Michael and Zachary for this honor.”
Battaglia recently began his Ph.D. program in turfgrass pathology at the University of Arkansas, where he received his master’s degree in horticulture. His masters’ research work includes the development of a cooling degree-day model to optimize fungicide applications against spring dead spot (SDS) and examining strategies for improving SDS management in non-irrigated turfgrass.
Joseph is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in agronomy with a focus on turfgrass weed science at the University of Florida. His doctoral research integrates turfgrass and weed sciences in cutting-edge, artificial intelligence-based solutions to develop and optimize a turfgrass-specific ground-bases targeted herbicide application system.
Newsome is working toward a master’s degree in agricultural and environmental plant science at Penn State University after receiving his bachelor’s degree in turfgrass science, also from Penn State. His postgraduate research examines how soil moisture influences the behavior, fitness and control of the annual bluegrass weevil.
“At The Toro Company, our philanthropic mission is rooted in advancing education and research that strengthen the future of the industries we serve,” said Marnie K. Wells, President, The Toro Company Foundation. “The Watson Fellowship embodies that commitment by supporting students whose work is driving meaningful progress in turfgrass science. Through this investment, we help promote sustainable practices, elevate course conditions, and ensure the long-term vitality of the game of golf.”
Watson was a visionary and leading authority on turfgrass. He was vice president for customer relations and chief agronomist for The Toro Company. His passion for educating and developing the next generation of turf scientists was a key reason for the establishment of this fellowship.
Dr. Watson’s leadership and contribution was recognized in many ways. He was the winner of the USGA Green Section Award in 1976 and the 1977 Agronomic Service Award by the American Society of Agronomy. Following these achievements, Watson was named a Fellow of the American Society of Agronomy and the Crop Science Society of America in 1979. He also won the 1991 Harry Gill Memorial Award from the Sports Turf Managers Association; the Old Tom Morris Award, a special GCSAA honor, in 1995; and the Donald Rossi Award from the Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA).
The GCSAA Foundation has also received another $50,000 grant from The Toro Company Foundation for continued support of the Rounds 4 Research (R4R) program in 2026. With this contribution, The Toro Company has donated $700,000 to the program over the past 14 years.
Rounds 4 Research is designed to address a critical shortage in turfgrass research funding by auctioning donated rounds of golf online. The program allows GCSAA chapters and turfgrass foundations to participate as fundraising partners and direct the proceeds from auctioned rounds to specific projects that will have the most significant impact in their local areas.
Since its launch in 2012, Rounds 4 Research has raised nearly $5 million. The program is administered by the GCSAA Foundation and presented in partnership with The Toro Company. The 2026 R4R auction will be held April 20-26.
“The Rounds 4 Research auction broke records yet again in 2025, and Toro’s steadfast generosity has played a key role in the program’s continued success,” said GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans. “Toro’s unwavering support has undoubtedly ensured that the R4R program remains successful in sustaining the game of golf and advancing research that enhances the industry.”
The Toro Company is a longtime partner of the GCSAA Foundation, donating nearly $2.8 million since 1987 to help support scientific research, education and scholarships for future turfgrass professionals. As the exclusive presenting partner of Rounds 4 Research, The Toro Company is a Victory Club member of the GCSAA Foundation’s cumulative giving program and a GCSAA Platinum Partner.
“The Toro Company Foundation is proud to support Rounds for Research because it directly advances the science and education needed to steward our natural resources responsibly,” said Marnie K. Wells, President, The Toro Company Foundation. “This initiative reflects our commitment to sustainability by supporting research and scholarships that equip future turfgrass professionals to manage land, water, and inputs thoughtfully while strengthening the long-term health of the golf industry.”