Charlotte, N.C. (January 20, 2015) - Jacobsen, a Textron, Inc. (NYSE: TXT) Company, is excited to announce Caribbean Turf as its new sole dealer in the Dominican Republic.

Caribbean Turf is a full-service turf equipment dealer based in the Dominican Republic with locations in Santo Domingo and Punta Cana.

"Having an established dealer in the growing Dominican Republic market makes good sense for us," said Ric Stone, VP of Sales and Marketing for Jacobsen.  "Caribbean Turf embodies our commitment to building relationships throughout the Caribbean and the globe."

Jacobsen dealer Tropicars will continue to serve as Jacobsen's dealer for the rest of the Caribbean island nations. In addition, JACH USA will continue to serve the Jacobsen dealer for all of Central America.

"We are confident that Caribbean Turf will provide exceptional customer service with its highly experienced personnel and overall knowledge of the golf and turf markets," said David Withers, President of Jacobsen.

Caribbean Turf president Juan Tomas Diaz adds, "We are very pleased to add the world's premier line of turf equipment to our portfolio of products.  Caribbean Turf and Jacobsen share a common focus on customer satisfaction and a commitment to after-sale support."

About Jacobsen
With over 90 years of experience in the turf maintenance industry, Jacobsen has built a legacy of precision craftsmanship, legendary quality-of-cut and unmatched expertise. Dedicated solely to delivering perfectly groomed turf, Jacobsen equipment is used on some of the finest golf courses, sports fields and other formal turf areas across the United States and the world, through an extensive distribution network and the international Ransomes brand. Additional information about the company can be found at www.jacobsen.com.

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, 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, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, and Textron Systems. For more information visit: www.textron.com.

For further information please contact:

Adam Slick, Public Relations and Communications Manager

11108 Quality Drive, Charlotte, NC  28273  

Tel: 704-504-4867 

Email: aslick@textron.com
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