The Z930R is powered by an air-cooled, vertical shaft engine:
Engine features include:
ZTrak™ Z900 Mowers are equipped with a dual-element, canister-style air filter, easily accessible from the rear of the machine without tools.
The ZTrak Z900 Mowers are equipped with one single-fill, top-draw fuel tank:
Under normal conditions, load, and operation, fuel consumption for the Z900 ZTrak Mowers is 1.5 U.S. gph (5.7 L/hr) to 2.2 U.S. gph (8.3 L/hr), depending on the horsepower and conditions.
7-Iron PRO mower decks have demonstrated quality, performance, and durability. They deliver a high-quality cut in diverse conditions.
Key features of the 7-Iron PRO mower deck:
E Series | M Series | R Series |
Z915E - 48 in. (122 cm), 54 in. (137 cm), 60 in. (152 cm) |
Z920M - 54 in. (137 cm), 60 in. (152 cm) | Z930R - 54 in. (137 cm), 60 in. (152 cm) |
Z930M - 54 in. (137 cm), 60 in. (152 cm) | Z950R - 60 in. (152 cm), 72 in. (183 cm) | |
Z950M - 60 in. (152 cm), 72 in. (183 cm) | Z970R - 60 in. (152 cm), 72 in. (183 cm) | |
Z960M - 60 in. (152 cm), 72 in. (183 cm) |
The deck step safely aids the operator's entrance and egress from machine.
The Mulch On Demand mower deck delivers unprecedented levels of productivity and versatility to commercial mower operation. With the ability to switch between side discharge and mulching operation with the flip of a lever as the operator mows, keeping most clippings out of landscaping features and where they are wanted is extremely easy.
Key features of the 7-Iron™ PRO Mulch On Demand mower deck:
M Series | R Series |
Z930M - 60-in. (152-cm) Mulch On Demand | Z930R - 54-in. (137-cm) Mulch On Demand |
Z950M - 54-in. (137-cm) Mulch On Demand Z950M - 60-in. (152-cm) Mulch On Demand |
Z950R - 60-in. (152-cm) Mulch On Demand |
Z960M - 60-in. (152-cm) Mulch On Demand |
The seat has the ComfortGlide fore/aft suspension system that gives superior ride comfort over uneven areas:
A fully adjustable suspension seat with armrests is standard on R Series:
Two-lever hydrostatic control provides the following:
Foot pegs help in providing the operator with a comfortable foot placement:
Foot platform isolators provide the operator with added comfort:
The Brake & Go starting system is a John Deere exclusive. This feature makes the starting process on all ZTrak™ mowers easier, while also making it possible to remove two interlock switches from the machine.
The Brake & Go starting procedure helps a novice operator look and feel like a professional. To start the machine, the parking brake must be engaged. It does not matter whether the power take-off (PTO) switch is on or off, nor does it matter if the control levers are pulled in or in the out position.
As long as the parking brake is engaged, the machine will start. When the parking brake is applied, the control levers cannot be moved to the forward or reverse positions.
The motion control levers have two height positions and can also be adjusted forward or rearward within the slotted holes. The levers should be adjusted so the operator can achieve a full range of control operation comfortably.
The easy-to-turn (from-the-seat) tracking adjustment allows operators to keep their mowers straight and able to produce professional striping results.
Several storage areas are provided on the ZTrak machines. A convenient cup holder is also available.
The controls are grouped together on the right console, providing one central location for key switch, throttle, PTO engagement, height-of-cut, diagnostics, and hour meter:
An easy-to-use cutting-height lift system allows the operator to adjust the mower deck height with no tools and minimal effort. The easy-to-grip knob allows operators to dial in the desired height of cut (HOC).
Cutting height can be adjusted from approximately 1 in. to 5.5 in. (2.5 cm to 14 cm). Each increment on the knob adjusts the HOC approximately 0.25 in. (0.64 cm). The deck can also be raised and locked in a transport position to provide maximum ground clearance when moving the machine from one area to another.
The transport lock function allows the deck to be returned to the previous HOC after being in the transport position:
This design increases productivity by allowing operators to change the cutting height without having to leave the seat.
The comfort and convenience package combines large, ergonomically angled control levers with specially padded grips to provide unmatched comfort and reduced fatigue:
The control levers have built-in electronic controls to raise or lower the mower deck or disengage the mower blades.
The push button (A) on the left motion control lever raises the mower deck.
The push button (B) on the right-hand control lever shuts off the PTO.
Once the PTO has been shut off using the button, the PTO switch must be pushed down and pulled up again to engage the PTO.
An exclusive 2-year, unlimited hour/3-year, 1200-hour (whichever comes first) bumper-to-bumper warranty is standard for all John Deere E and M Series Mowers. The warranty is best in its class and places John Deere at the forefront of commercial mowing. It is also hassle free, with one company handling all of the paperwork.
NOTE: 36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first. For the first 24 months, there is no hour limitation.
An exclusive 2-year, unlimited hour/3-year, 1500-hour (whichever comes first) bumper-to-bumper warranty is standard on all John Deere R Series mowers. The warranty is best in the industry and puts John Deere at the forefront of commercial mowing. It is also hassle free, with one company handling all of the paperwork.
NOTE: 36 months or 1500 hours, whichever comes first. For the first 24 months, there is no hour limitation.
Mowers decks are evaluated by the manufacturer (John Deere Turf Care) and conform to American National Standards Institute (ANSI) B71.4 2004 safety certification specifications for commercial turf care equipment.
The durability features of the frame are as follows:
A steel rear bumper provides protection for the machine. The bumper is made of two pieces, making it easy to remove and install when using a material collection system (MCS).
A rear hitch can be added to the steel bumper for towing purposes. ZTrak E, M, and R Series Mowers can tow up to 400 lb (181.4 kg).
Michelin, X, and Tweel are trademarks of Michelin North America, Inc.
The hydrostatic drive included with the R Series Mowers features two 13-cc (0.8-cu in.) unitized hydraulic pumps combined with commercial-grade, heavy-duty, 13-cc (0.8-cu in.) wheel motors into a single unit. The R Series drive units feature cross porting, where the hydraulic fluid from the side doing the least work is filtered and then fed into the input of the side doing the most work. This ensures that the coolest fluid is going into the side working the hardest in order to provide the best performance during extended hillside operation in the same direction.
One pump and one motor drive each wheel on the ZTrak™ R Series Mowers. This provides several benefits:
John Deere provides the commercial mower industry with the Michelin X Tweel Turf technology for Commercial ZTrak Mowers:
Michelin is a world leader in tire manufacturing and technology. This airless radial tire solution is an industry first for John Deere, which provides an additional advantage to John Deere customers.
Advantages of the Michelin X Tweel Turf include:
Heavy-duty construction provides the ultimate in performance and reliable operation:
NOTE: In some cases, different size Tweel tires are required depending on the mower deck size.
The ZTrak E Series Mowers with 48-in. (122-cm) mower decks come with 24x9.5-12 4 PR drive tires. E Series Mowers with 54-in. (137-cm) and 60-in. (152- cm) decks come with 24x12-12 4 PR drive tires. All E Series Mowers are equipped with 13x6.5-6 front pneumatic caster tires.
The ZTrak M Series Mowers with 48-in. (122-cm) mower decks come with 24x9.5-12 4 PR drive tires. M Series Mowers with 54-in. (137-cm), 60-in. (152- cm), and 72-in. (183-cm) decks come with 24x12-12 4 PR drive tires. All M Series Mowers are equipped with 13x6.5-6 front flat-free semi-pneumatic caster tires.
The ZTrak R Series Mowers with 48-in. (122-cm) mower decks come with 24x9.5-12 4 PR drive tires. R Series Mowers with 54-in. (133-cm), 60-in. (152-cm) and 72-in. (183-cm) decks come with 24x12-12 4 PR drive tires. All R Series Mowers are equipped with 15x6-6 front flat-free semi-pneumatic tires.
The tires provide:
Michelin, X, and Tweel are trademarks of Compagnie Générale des Etablissements Michelin SCA.
The design of the Z900 Series makes many service components reachable and easily accessible from the ground.
All ZTrak™ Mowers come with an onboard maintenance chart that is conveniently located inside the right-hand console. The service interval chart gives necessary service intervals.
To speed access to owner information web pages, a QR code is printed onto a product identification number (PIN) label located near the onboard storage. The owner information web pages that include links to:
The hour meter shows the number of hours the machine is run when the key switch is in the on position. It only counts the hours the engine is actually running. Machine diagnostics are the first step of a monitoring system to help operators quickly diagnose common downtime issues. A trouble code light is included on the hour meter.
Use of the hour meter and service interval chart helps determine when the machine will need service.
Extra reliability and long life with cast-iron blade spindle housings:
The spacious operator station has been designed for comfort, visibility, and ease of use:
The ROPS and seat belt work in conjunction to provide a protective zone around the operator:
Foldable ROPS and retractable seat belt are standard equipment:
ROPS position | Height at top of ROPS |
Upright | 73 in. (185 cm) |
Down | 47 in. (119 cm) |
BUC11438 LED work lights are available as a field installed attachment. BUC11438 is compatible with model year 2015 and newer (serial number 030,001-) Z900 ZTrak Mowers. All Z997R and model year 2015-2018 (serial number 030,001-070,000) gasoline powered models require AUC18778 battery jumper.
BUC11406 LED beacon light is available as a field installed attachment. The beacon light is short to avoid damage. BUC11406 is compatible with model year 2015 and newer (serial number 030,001-) Z900 ZTrak Mowers. All Z997R and model year 2015-2018 (serial number 030,001-070,000) gasoline powered models require AUC18778 battery jumper.
John Deere provides application-specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved field-installed propane conversion kits for specific John Deere commercial walk-behind mowers, QuikTrak mowers, and ZTrak mowers. The conversion kits include all components required to convert the engines to operate on propane fuel. Single-tank or dual-tank brackets (depending on the vehicle) are provided for securely holding the propane tank(s) to the vehicle.
Propane tanks are not included.
An optional altitude kit is required when operating at altitudes above 2000 ft (610 m). The operator’s manual with the propane conversion kit provides further details. Parts must be ordered separately through John Deere Parts.
Propane facts:
Advantages of John Deere propane conversion kits include:
Propane tank mounting bracket options:
Optional tank configurations and sizes are available to provide operators the ability to tailor for run time:
NOTE: Reference the Propane and Attachment Compatibility Chart to determine tank configurations that are compatible.
Engine displacement | FS603cc | FS726cc | FX726cc | FX852cc |
Average consumption (lb [kg]/hr) | 3.9 (1.8) | 4.2 (1.9) | 4.2 (1.9) | 5.8 (2.6) |
Run time (hours) with 20-lb (9.1-kg) tank | 5.1 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 3.4 |
Run time (hours) with 33.5-lb (15.2-kg) tank | Not available | 8.0 | 8.0 | 5.8 |
Run time (hours) with 43.5-lb (19.7-kg) tank | Not available | 10.4 | 10.4 | 7.5 |
NOTE: Conversion to propane is not intended for units with engines having more than 250 hours of use. Once a machine has been converted to propane-driven, it cannot be converted back to gasoline-driven.
Commercial walk-behind mowers (model year 2019 and newer)
M Series | R Series (S.N. 010001-050000) | R Series (S.N. 050001-) | ||||||||
Model | W36M | W48M | W36R | W48R | W52R | W61R | W36R | W48R | W52R | W61R |
Engine model | FS481V | FS481V | FS481V | FS600V | FS600V | ECV740 EFI | FX481V | FX600V | FX600V | FX730V |
Engine displacement | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 45.6 cu in. (747 cc) | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) |
Propane kit model number | Not available | Not available | FS603cc | FS603cc | FS603cc | Not available | FS603cc | FS603cc | FS603cc | Not available |
QuikTrak mowers
E Series | M Series | R Series | |||||||
Model | 652E | 636M | 648M | 652M | 648R | 652R | 652R EFI | 661R | 661R EFI |
Engine model | FX691V | FS600V | FX691V | FX691V | FX691V | FX730V | ECV740 EFI | FX730V | ECV740 EFI |
Engine displacement | 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) | 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) | 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) | 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) | 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) | 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) | 45.6 cu in. (747 cc) | 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) | 45.6 cu in. (747 cc) |
Propane kit model number | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | FX726cc | FX726cc | Not available | FX726cc | Not available |
Commercial ZTrak mowers
E Series | M Series | R Series | |||||||||
Model | Z915E | Z920M | Z930M | Z945M EFI | Z950M | Z955M EFI | Z960M | Z930R | Z950R | Z955R EFI | Z970R |
Engine model | CV742 | FX730V | FX801V | ECV850 EFI | FX850V | ECV860J EFI | FX921V | FX801V | FX850V | ECV860J EFI | FX1000V |
Engine displacement | 45.6 cu in. (747 cc) | 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) | 52 cu in. (852 cc) |
50.3 cu in. (824 cc) | 52 cu in. (852 cc) |
50.3 cu in. (824 cc) | 61 cu in. (999 cc) |
52 cu in. (852 cc) |
52 cu in. (852 cc) |
50.3 cu in. (824 cc) | 61 cu in. (999 cc) |
Propane kit model number | Not available | FX726cc* | FX852cc* | Not available | FX852cc* | Not available | Not available | FX852cc* | FX852cc* | Not available | Not available |
Worthington tanks are manufactured by Worthington Industries, Inc.
Key Specs | Z930R Current Model |
Engine Manufacturer/model | FX801V |
Engine power | Gross at 3,600 rpm 25.5 hp 19 kW |
Fuel tank capacity | 11.5 U.S. gal. 43.5 L |
Mower deck size | 54, 60 in. 137, 152 cm |
Blade tip speed | Approximately 18,000 fpm |
Transmission | Hydrostatic |
Speed range | 0-12 mph 0-19.3 km/h |
Drive wheels | 24x12-12 |
Caster wheels | 13x6.5-6 |
Warranty | 36 months or 1500 hours, whichever comes first First 24 months, no hour limitation |
Engine | |
Manufacturer/Model | FX801V |
Power | Gross at 3,600 rpm 25.5 hp 19 kW |
Displacement | 52 cu in. 852 cc |
Cylinders | Two |
Crankcase capacity | With filter, 2.4 U.S. qt 2.3 L |
Oil filter | Full flow, replaceable |
Lubrication | Full pressure |
Cooling | Air |
Air cleaner | Pre-cleaner Yes Heavy-duty canister type with safety element |
Injection | |
Fuel system | |
Fuel type | Gasoline |
Fuel consumption | Under normal conditions, load, operation, and dependent on loads and operating conditions 1.1-1.9 U.S. gal./hr 4.2-7.2 L/hr |
Fuel tank capacity | 11.5 U.S. gal. 43.5 L |
Fuel tank switch/shut-off valve | Yes |
Electrical system | |
Charge system | 20 amp |
Battery voltage | 12 V |
Cold cranking amp | 300 amp |
Hour meter | Standard, digital |
Operator presence starting system | Brake-N-Go (foot) |
Drivetrain | |
Transmission | Hydrostatic |
Hydraulic pumps | |
Wheel motors | Tuff Torq heavy-duty integrated piston wheel motor |
Travel speed | Speed range 0-12 mph 0-19.3 km/h Forward 0-12 mph 0-19.3 km/h Reverse 0-4.5 mph 0-7.2 km/h |
Speed and direction control | Twin levers |
Hydraulic capacity | 5.9 U.S. qt 5.6 L |
Hydraulic oil cooler | |
Filter | Internal, replaceable |
Buyer's note | |
Tires | |
Drive wheels | 24x12-12 |
Rear tires | |
Load rating | 4 PR |
Brakes | |
Dynamic braking | Twin levers |
Park brake | Internal wet disk integrated in the transmission |
Park brake actuation | Foot brake |
PTO | |
Type | Electro-magnetic, 225 lb-ft 305 Nm |
Drive | V-belt |
Mower decks | |
Size | 54, 60 in. 137, 152 cm |
Deck construction | 7-Iron PRO, one-piece stamped steel with reinforcements |
Deck thickness | 7 gauge 0.180 in. 4.6 mm |
Discharge | Side, Mulch On Demand™ system |
Height-of-cut range | Increments 0.25 in. 0.64 cm 1-5.5 in. 2.54-14 cm |
Cutting width | 54, 60 in. 137, 152 cm |
Blades | |
Length | Varies by deck size |
Thickness | 0.25 in. 0.64 cm |
Blade tip speed | Approximately 18,000 fpm |
Number | Three |
Wheels | |
Caster wheel type | Flat free |
Caster wheels | 13x6.5-6 |
Front anti-scalp rollers | RH, center, LH |
Rear anti-scalp rollers | Standard |
Dimensions | |
Length | 84 in. 213 cm |
Width | With chute down, 68, 74 in. 173, 188 cm |
Height | With ROPS up, 73 in. 185 cm With ROPS down, 47 in. 119 cm |
Weight | 1,273 to 1,310 lb 577 to 594 kg |
Operation | |
Rollover protective structure (ROPS) | Yes |
Slope operating limit | 20 degrees (10 degrees with material collection system installed) |
Additional information | |