AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC

The world’s first ride-on mower with remote control offers even more safety and convenience in difficult terrain

The world’s first ride-on mower with remote control, the AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC can be operated comfortably both from the driver seat and via a professional remote control unit with a high range. Equipped with a professional Briggs & Stratton Series 8 engine and hydrostatic transmission, the AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC is designed to perform on slopes.
It is recommended to operate the machine from the driver seat for high area performance and optimal operator comfort on flat terrain. Remote-controlled operation is recommended for increased operator safety on slopes and inclines up to 33 degrees. The operator is also shielded from exhaust, noise, vibration, dust, pollen, insects and scrub. The following functions of the machine can be operated by remote control: start and stop, to drive forward, backwards and stop, cutting height adjustment, blade clutch, differential lock, steering trim and reverse. When the machine is operated from the driver seat, the remote control functions as a dashboard. The control levers of the remote control are progressive: the more the control lever is pressed, the higher the speed or the steering angle. When the control levers are released, the parking brake automatically engages and the steering moves into the middle position. Only a short training phase is needed to control the machine safely and precisely.

Fatigue-free work in ride-on mode

With a highly stable tubular frame, the AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC performs even under harsh conditions. Operators up to 2 meters 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.

Closed surfing mower deck

Like the other Sherpa models, the AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC’s cross-blade system delivers impressive mulching results in grass and dense growth. 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 80–135 cm via the remote control, whether in ride-on mode or operating from a distance.

Expert opinion: “Mowing on slopes or roadsides involve risks. Vibration and exhaust are detrimental to health and given new alternatives, it may possibly no longer be an acceptable risk to allow public works employees to operate traditional mowers in these circumstances” (Hendrik Rößmann, technical instructor at DEULA Westfalen-Lippe GmbH, KommunalTechnik, Issue 1, Jan / Feb 2018)

The all-wheel drive ride-on mowers from AS Motor in a new design

The 2023 all-wheel drive models of the AS Motor 940 Sherpa family will appear in new splendour in the future. With new paintwork, an additional front panel and the newly designed decals, the Sherpa’s are even more attractive. But the 2023 model year of the AS 4WD Sherpa family also offers some technical innovations.

The new ATV tyres on the AS 940 Sherpa XL and the remote-controlled ride-on mower AS 940 Sherpa RC feature even better performance when driving across slopes and better climbing ability. In future, all AS Motor 4WD Sherpa models will be equipped with the AS tyre sealant Plattfuss-Stop as standard – downtimes due to flat tyres will be a thing of the past. The new fuel tank of the Sherpas offers more volume (17 litres), a larger tank opening, a fuel level indicator and a closed circuit with less fuel evaporation. The new locking mechanism of the foldable bar ensures easier handling and 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 in place by robust magnets. Accessibility to the engine, for example when adjusting the valves or changing the oil, is significantly improved. This was an idea from AS-Motor users and dealers. Many thanks for this practical improvement idea.

Product advantages

Remote-controlled or manual

Suited for all terrains: Fast and efficient mowing in ride-on mode, improved safety and convenience via radio remote control.

All-wheel drive (AS 940)

Permanent all-wheel drive ensures better traction uphill and stronger, safer braking downhill.

Surfing mulch-mower deck

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.

Ergonomic sitting position provides excellent driving comfort

Length-adjustable driver seat, innovative seat suspension and ergonomic sitting position provide comfort for tall operators during long work periods.

Stable tube frame

High stability and torsional rigidity with heavy load.

Optimal all-terrain mobility

Field stud tyres, switchable limited slip differential and an engine suitable for slopes ensure powerful traction on difficult terrain.

Variable hydrostatic transmission (ride-on mower)

Easy adaptation of the speed to every terrain with integrated, mechanical parking brake in the drive lever.

Stable, folding bar

Greater operator safety in the machine's limit area.

Silver medal at demopark novelty competition

demopark innovation competition 2017: The remote-controlled ride-on mower AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC wins the silver medal. It can be operated both from the driver seat and via a professional remote control unit.

demopark innovation competition 2019: The diagnostic detective for professional mowers from AS-Motor wins the silver medal. The AS SherLog1.0 diagnostic device makes it possible for the servicing dealer to carry out a test within a few minutes in the workshop or on sit. The AS SherLog1.0 will initially be available for the remote-controlled ride-on mower AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC.

Product details

Professional remote control

All relevant functions can be controlled using remote control. The remote control is conveniently integrated under the steering wheel for ride-on operation .

Easy mode change

Mechanical transfer from ride-on mode remote control mode via a changeover lever.

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.

Technical Data

cutting width 90 cm
engine manufacturer B&S
engine designation Professional Series 8
4-stroke engine, 1-cyl. / 2-cyl. /
displacement 724 cm³
maximum power 20,1/27,0 kW (hp)
rated power 16,5/22,4 kW (hp)
rated speed 3300 rpm
drive, 2WD rear / 4WD permanent /
drive, variable hydrostatic transmission
max. speed 6,7 km/h
limited-slip differential
automatic parking brake
mono-blade / cross-blade / Y-flails / /
side discharge / rear discharge /
closed mower deck
surfing mower deck
cutting height 80 - 135 mm
tank capacity 17 l
seat spring package, standard / optional /
dimension L/W/H 191x106x156 cm
weight 325 kg
Changes in technology, equipment and price are reserved. Of information or illustrations no claims can be derived.

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)

For connecting the AS trailer.

Snow blade

Width: 1107 mm, height: 348 mm. Adjustable on both sides.

Mulch kit (Sherpa)

For even finer mulching and more uniform cutting results on lawns with grass up to 40 cm high.

Tilt meter

Convenient display of slope incline.

Steering knob

Facilitates one-handed steering and maoeuvring on level terrain.

Liquide tyre sealant “Plattfuss-Stop”

Reduces the failure times due to flat tyres (950ml)

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Liquide tyre sealant “Plattfuss-Stop”

Reduces the failure times due to flat tyres (20 litres); can only be used in conjunction with the pump

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Pump for tyre sealant

For filling the tyre sealant "Plattfuss-Stop"; only necessary in conjunction with 20 l container

Standard wheel kit

Tubeless ATV wheel kit as standard equipment. Low pressure.

Tubeless wheel

For high puncture safety in additional use of tyre sealant "Flat-Stop".

Spacer Sherpa

Spacer for replacing the upper mulching blade. Advantageous in fibrous vegetation or for higher mowing speed in dense vegetation.

Customer reviews

Steffen Rief (maintenance employee – Wört municipality, Germany)

With the Sherpa RC not only can you do excellent work, it is also fun! Changeover from manual to remote-controlled operation is just a simple hand motion and done in no time at all. And there are actually situations where manual operation makes more sense. For example, if you must mow a larger area, you are certainly faster when seated on the mower.
Our AS 940 Sherpa 4WD RC always inspires us! Thanks to the remote control, it can work in areas where no machine operation would otherwise be possible. Even in rough terrain, the machine can be controlled precisely via the remote control and leaves a sensational cutting pattern even in heavy overgrowth. Our customers are also thrilled!
– Michael Breden (Grünwert Bremen GmbH, Germany)
We use the AS 940 Sherpa RC to maintain areas that are difficult to access. We are thrilled every time with the slope capability and the easy control.
– Dominic Schäfer (Alsfeld-Lingelbach, Germany)
MSC Gaildorf owns a 940 Sherpa and an AS 26 2-stroke 3-wheel mower for the maintenance of the motocross sports facility. The track goes up and down - with various steep slopes. For high area output on slopes, the Sherpa is just perfect - while the AS 26 2T excels on extreme slopes of the jump hills. These two machines also form the basis for our international events. We are happy to use rental equipment from AS-Motor for our large events in order to prepare the entire event area optimally within a very short time. We have had very positive experiences with the high-end machines 1040 YAK and 940 Sherpa RC from AS-Motor. Real professional machines for the most difficult areas and conditions.
– Sven Wolpert (Sports Director at MSC Gaildorf e.V. - the organiser of international motocross races, Germany)
The AS 940 SHERPA 4WD RC is a great helper when mowing tall grass. It works very well in steep terrain, and the best part is that it can also be controlled by remote control.
– Miroslav Šesták (Mechanic & Craftsman of Bratislava Capital, Slovakia)
Sherpa is absolutely superior to ordinary ride-on mowers due to its low centre of gravity and excellent traction. The AS Sherpa 940 4WD RC closes the gap between an ordinary ride-on mower with four-wheel drive and a caterpillar mower, as it manages slopes that are no longer passable with a ride-on mower, but it also does not tear up the turf on wet green areas when manoeuvring and turning. This is a big advantage in the municipal sector, where we use the Sherpa to mow slopes in towns and on sports fields that should not look like a farmland after mowing.
– Günther Wünsch (Owner Wünsch Forestry Services, Germany)
For me as a service provider, the AS Sherpa 940 4WD RC is the ideal machine to be able to flexibly and economically carry out a wide range of mowing work for my customers. On the one hand, it is easy to mow lawns that require a well-maintained mowing pattern, and on the other hand, tall grass and undergrowth such as blackberries can be mulched quickly and effectively. We use the mower 50% in ride-on mode and 50% in RC mode. In RC mode, it pleases with its precise handling and in narrow areas with its sensitive response to the control commands via the professional radio control.
– Günther Wünsch (Owner Wünsch Forestry Services, Germany)
Use in orchard meadows is also an area where the AS mower can show off its advantages such as manoeuvrability and low overall height. When a tractor with a mulcher can no longer be used due to low branches, the Sherpa 940 4WD RC can easily drive under low-hanging branches without damaging or tearing off branches. Should the situation require it, it is very easy to switch the AS Sherpa 4WD RC to radio operation and carry out dangerous or dusty mowing runs with maximum safety for the equipment operator. Just fold down the safety bar, switch to RC operation and off you go.
– Günther Wünsch (Owner Wünsch Forestry Services, Germany)

Applications

Commercial landscaping

Performance on rough terrain, perfect cutting results and high efficiency are advantages AS-Motor machines provide to professional service providers.

Gardening and landscaping

AS-Motor’s professional technology offers solutions for the diverse tasks of gardening and landscaping, from outdoor facilities to private gardens, public parks and residential lawns.

Municipal maintenance

Caring for green areas in the civic environment involves a variety of tasks. From parks to roadside management, AS-Motor provides the correct tools to ensure both professional results and operator safety.

Utilities

AS-Motor offers professional technology for the maintenance of green spaces in and around public utility facilities.

Private customers

When the goal is perfecting an ornamental lawn, obtaining forage for small animals or tending to the gardens and orchards of weekend homes, AS-Motor offers several professional mowing tools that will provide private users with excellent results for many years to come.

Meadow orchards

Meadow orchards characterize the landscape of diverse regions and provide valuable ecosystems for insect and bird life. Maintaining these areas often involves mowing around trees, on slopes and in rough terrain.

Solar parks

Efficiency is crucial to maintaining a profitable solar park. AS-Motor offers the ideal tools to properly maintain the green areas around and under solar panels.