Jacobsen Provides PGA TOUR Stops with One-of-a-Kind Support

February 10, 2005

Turf Support Vehicle set to travel to nearly 20 Events

Charlotte, NC - February 10, 2005 - Jacobsen®, A Textron Company is introducing its biggest piece of equipment yet. The Jacobsen Turf Support Vehicle is a specially-designed truck with a 32-foot trailer that will travel to nearly 20 PGA TOUR events providing equipment and on-site event support.

"PGA TOUR events are seen nationally and internationally by millions of avid golf fans, and they aren't just watching Tiger Woods or Phil Mickelson. They are watching to see the world's best courses and discuss the conditions," says Jon Carlson, president, Jacobsen. "It's the superintendent's job to make sure that course is in its best condition, and we are providing superintendents with the kind of support they need to run the finest PGA TOUR events in the world."

The vehicle will provide a central gathering place where superintendents and course volunteers will have access to the resources that will make their job easier including on-site equipment maintenance, new product demonstrations, equipment training, and consultations from Jacobsen's agronomist, Dr. Milt Engelke.

Vollie Carr, a 23-year veteran of Jacobsen's PGA TOUR support, will be traveling with the trailer and, alongside local Jacobsen dealers at each TOUR stop, will provide support before, during and after each event. Stops include the Ford Championship at Doral Golf Resort in Fla., the Heritage at Harbor Town in Hilton Head, S.C. and the International in Castle Pines, Colo.

"Our commitment goes beyond delivering equipment to the course. It's our job to make superintendents look good." Adds Carlson.

And it's not all just business, the Turf Support Vehicle will be a place for superintendents and course volunteers to relax, watch TV, grab a bite to eat and network with their colleagues in the industry.

When the vehicle is not traveling the PGA TOUR circuit, it will be used for field days, local shows and as an educational showpiece.

Jacobsen manufactures a full range of vehicles and turf maintenance equipment for golf, turf, professional lawn care, sports field, municipal and industrial applications. The company markets Bob-Cat®, Brouwer®, Bunton®, Cushman®, Jacobsen®, Ryan® and Steiner™ brand products internationally through an extensive distribution network. Jacobsen is a Textron company. Additional information is available at www.jacobsen.com.

Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) is a $10 billion multi-industry company with more than 43,000 employees in nearly 40 countries. The company leverages its global network of aircraft, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO and Greenlee, among others. More information is available at www.textron.com.

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David Rosenberg, Vice President, Investor Relations
(401) 457-2288
Kyle Williams, Manager, Investor Relations
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