looks just like the sandpro box grader we use on golfcourses. great for lightweight projects like sandtraps or infields. If you could create a quick connect system for the mini, you could swap out dozens of acessories of that caliber. http://www.toro.com/golf/utility/rake/sandpro2/index.html click on attachments
Dan is correct mitsu911, 12v actuator controlled by a switch in the cab. Real easy stuff to set up...I'm no electrician and I can wire and get these actuators running.
Update for the back blade! We have dropped the 12v actuator for hydraulic. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_p55oCz4OA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKaVlaoPEG0
Keith, I think I can answer this one for Joel as we've worked pretty close on some projects. The cost of actuators (heavy duty types) has become a real factor when designing a cost-effective product/accessory/etc. Yes, occasionally you will come across a decent actuator with the specs that you need for a good price. The overall price for good hydraulic systems has come down to a point where the two are fairly competitive. Having said that, it would be silly to spend the money on an actuator when you can do a better job with hydraulics and know without a doubt that you have a MUCH more sturdy system that will last your investment. Don't get me wrong, 12V actuators are really cool pieces of technology and have their places as the best technology to use. But for most the heavier duty MT applications (plows, dumps, blades, etc), hydro is the way to go. Hope that shared a little insight. - Dan
Dan is right on...! One other point not mentioned is speed! Those actuators are slow as death. Ask Dan how fast the system is on our front plows. I actually have to turn them down a bit. Dan has a demo on a '04 Carry and it shakes the truck when you switch from side to side.