AS 940 Sherpa 4WD Loncin
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Mulching is a process by which grass cuttings are shredded several times into a fine mulch, which then remains on the surface as natural fertiliser. Special mulching blades with a double cutting plane and a circular mulching unit are used on ornamental lawns, while cross-blade systems or flail mowers are primarily used in high grass. -
Ornamental lawns in both private gardens and public facilities can be maintained with either mulching or collecting mowers. When mulching, the finely-shredded cuttings remain on the surface as natural fertiliser, while collection bags help the operator transport cuttings to a disposal point. Lawns are usually mowed once per week to a cutting height of 40–50 mm, from a maximum height of 15 cm. -
Flower meadows are structurally rich habitats that are extremely important for insects, wild bees, and species that depend on flowers. The key is not to mow frequently, but to cut at the right time. Before the flowering phase, the vegetation can quickly reach heights of 30–40 cm. After that, maintenance is carried out at longer intervals, usually once or twice a year. This form of extensive use requires machines that can safely cut tall, heterogeneous vegetation without putting unnecessary strain on the area. Clean cuts, controlled deposition, and an adapted driving style are essential for preserving plant populations and enabling regeneration. -
Extensively used meadows such as orchards, compensation areas, or roadside greenery are deliberately mowed only once or twice a year. The vegetation reaches heights of 60 to over 100 cm and forms dense, structurally rich stands. This form of maintenance serves to keep the area open and suppress woody plants, not to maintain the lawn. Machines with high throughput, uniform cutting performance, and controlled deposition of the cut material are required. This is the only way to efficiently manage large amounts of biomass without overloading the area or damaging the soil and vegetation. -
Without maintenance, open areas quickly become overgrown with blackberries, clematis, and young trees. In young forests, reforestation areas, or Christmas tree plantations, targeted brush clearing is necessary to secure the desired structures and reduce competition. It is crucial to use maintenance methods that intervene selectively and do not destroy large areas. Mechanical flail mowing technology makes it possible to remove woody growth and vigorous shrubs without unnecessarily damaging the soil structure and root space. This ensures that areas remain usable and ecologically stable in the long term. -
During the mowing season, professional operators often run their machines 5 days per week, 8 hours per day. AS-Motor’s machines are unbeatable in terms of quality, durability and professional work results. Additional advantages include low weight, lashing points and compact transport dimensions. -
Animal burrows, anthills, mole hills and water channels cause uneven terrain. Several AS-Motor machines have high ground clearance, all-wheel drive and limited slip differential, along with appropriately studded field tyres, for uneven terrain. -
AS-Motor engineers machines with high ground clearance, steep ramp angles, low overall weight, optimal weight distribution and a low centre of gravity to perform on slopes. -
All-wheel drive not only ensures performance on inclines over 30 degrees, but also a high level of safety for travel downhill. All-wheel drive delivers propulsion in wet conditions and on uneven terrain – even if the wheels of one axle no longer have traction. -
Remote controlled devices make the mowing of extreme slopes possible. This technology also allows the operator to mow at a safe distance from dust, wasps, ticks and other hazards. -
The AS 50’s high work rate delivers efficient weed removal on large and uneven surfaces such as a car parks, commercial areas and paths. A collection bag eliminates the need for sweeping and surface cleaning. -
Cobblestones and uneven paved areas can be treated for weeds, without the use of chemicals, using mechanical methods. The agile AS 30 is designed for work close to edges, water inlet channels, manholes and on traffic islands with posts and signs. -
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- Ecological mowing and extensive land management focus on reduced, targeted interventions instead of blanket mowing. Cutting heights, timing, and maintenance intervals are based on vegetation development and site conditions, not on maximum area coverage. Sub-areas are mowed on a rotating basis, while others are deliberately left untouched. This creates varying growth heights, refuges, and stable structures on extensive meadows, compensation areas, municipal green spaces, and in landscape management. Technology is used for control, not intensification.
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High-grass, ride-on mower with permanent all-wheel drive
The AS 940 Sherpa 4WD is a robust, versatile ride-on mower for difficult terrain and high growth. The machine’s 2-cylinder Loncin engine with 708 ccm displacement, up to 21,7 hp and an oil and fuel pump achieve work rates reaching 5,500 m² per hour. Permanent all-wheel drive delivers better traction uphill and stronger, safer braking downhill. The limited slip differential can be activated at any time for more safety. Hydrostatic transmission is controlled exclusively via the drive lever, which controls forward and reverse movements as well as the brake and the parking brake. An additional brake pedal returns the drive lever to neutral and automatically engages the parking brake.
The professional 2-cylinder Loncin engine delivers a rated power of 21.2 hp with its 708 cm3. Equipped with the AS cross-blade system, the AS 940 Sherpa 4WD delivers impressive mulching results in grass and dense growth up to 1.5 meters high. Bearing-supported blades cut the grass while a mulching blade positioned above them shreds the cuttings, which are then deposited between the wheels for added safety on slopes and wet grass. The mower deck’s surfing suspension yields upwards to obstacles, protecting the blades and turf from damage. Cutting heights can be adjusted to 5 levels from 50–105 cm and an option mulch kit is available for even finer mulching results.
Stability and comfort
With a highly stable tubular frame, the AS 940 Sherpa 4WD performs even under harsh conditions. Operators up to 1.9 tall can operate the machine comfortably thanks to a length-adjustable seat and seat spring package. A low centre of gravity, folding bar and branch deflectors are added safety features, while lashing points integrated in the frame enable secure transport.
The AS 940 Sherpa 4WD is engineered for continuous operation with two separate ventilation circuits for the engine and hydrostatic transmission. The engine takes in air from above and discharges it to the side, while the hydrostatic transmission takes air from the rear and discharges it downward. This system prevents overheating and ensures the machine’s long service life.
The AS-Motor all-wheel drive ride-on mowers in a new design
The all-wheel drive models of the AS-Motor Sherpa family will appear in a new design in the future. Visually, the new 2023 Sherpa 4WD models are even more attractive with a new paint finish, an additional front panel and the newly designed decals. But the new AS Sherpa 4WD high grass mowers also offer a number of technical innovations.
All all-wheel drive AS Motor Sherpa 2023 models will in future be fitted with anti-puncture tyre sealant as standard – downtimes due to flat tyres are now a thing of the past. The new fuel tank of the Sherpas offers more volume (17 litres), a larger tank opening and a level indicator as standard. The new locking mechanism of the foldable bar provides easier handling and makes the bar less susceptible to damage. There is also improved freedom of movement when operating the driving lever. In future, the protective cloth between the engine and the seat will no longer be elaborately riveted, but locked by robust magnets. Accessibility to the engine, for example when changing the oil, is significantly improved.
Product advantages
Permanent all-wheel drive ensures better traction uphill and stronger, safer braking downhill.
Closed mower deck with AS cross-blade system. The main blade cuts, the cross-blade chops the cuttings. The surfing mower deck gives way upward on uneven terrain to protect against damage.
Length-adjustable driver seat, innovative seat suspension and ergonomic sitting position provide comfort for tall operators during long work periods.
High stability and torsional rigidity with heavy load.
Field stud tyres, switchable limited slip differential and an engine suitable for slopes ensure powerful traction on difficult terrain.
Easy adaptation of the speed to every terrain with integrated, mechanical parking brake in the drive lever.
Greater operator safety in the machine's limit area.
Product details

AS mulching mower deck
Closed, surfing mower deck with cross-blade system and bearing-supported blades that yield to obstacles.

Separate air cooling supply
Separate engine air cooling and hydrostatic transmission optimize performance.

Switchable limited slip differential
Comfortable activation of the limited slip differential via foot pedal for excellent propulsion and traction.

Stable, folding bar
Greater operator safety in the machine’s limit area.
Technical Data
Accessories

Insect scare device
Scares insects and small animals away from the mower. Three times more insects can flee in time. With respective adapters suitable for AS 62/63, AS 701/901, AS Sherpa and AS YAK.
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Trailer
Cargo area: L = 1071 mm, W = 607 mm, panel height: 274 mm. Permissible total weight: 100 kg. Rear panel can be removed.

Trailer hitch Sherpa
To connect the AS trailer.

Snow blade
Width: 1107 mm, height: 348 mm. Pivots on both sides.

Mulch kit – AS Sherpa
For even finer mulching and more uniform cutting results on lawns with grass up to 40 cm high.

Snow chains
Cross-track chain for the drive wheels.

Twin tyres (Sherpa)
One pair (2x2) of rear twin tyres with extreme tread pattern for highest traction.

Tilt meter
Convenient display of slope incline.

Steering wheel knob
Optional for level terrain.






















