Comfortable ride delivered by an operator station with premium controls and ComfortGlide™ suspension

The operator station is designed to provide superior operator comfort for many different operators:

• Large, comfortable foot platform
  • Plenty of legroom for comfortable operation
  • Isolated with thick rubber spacers to minimize vibration
  • Standard rubber floor mat for extra foot comfort
  • Standard rubber toe board mat to stretch your legs in comfort
  • Standard foot pegs allow various comfortable positions for your feet
• Adjustable seat position, armrests, and spring suspension to suit each operator
  • Control panel conveniently located to the right of the seat
• Adjustable premium motion-control levers
  • Premium motion control levers have extra bends and material for greater operator comfort
  • Upper and lower positioning combined with forward and rearward tilt offers more legroom and hand positions

Easy-to-see-and-use advanced instrument display with electric fuel gauge and controls

The control console is located to the right of the operator station and includes the following:

• Ignition switch
• Power take-off (PTO) control (yellow)
• Engine speed control (orange)
• Spring-loaded engine choke control so it is not inadvertently left on
• Light switch
• Space for an additional electric control switch

The advanced instrument display has the look and feel of a modern automobile with a power-up sequence that cycles lights and gauges to indicate they are working:

• Display features a dark cockpit design to minimize operator distractions.
• Display is backlit for night visibility.
• Hour meter makes it easy to tell when oil changes and other maintenance should be performed.
• Electronic fuel gauge provides real-time fuel level information.
• A tachometer graphically displays engine speed.
  • Target-zone graphics inform the operator of the engine speed range to use for best cut quality.
• An indicator tells the operator when the PTO is operating.
• Bright caution and stop lights capture the operator's attention when important information is on the instrument cluster.
  • Damage can be prevented and repair costs can be reduced by addressing problems early.
• Operators are advised of what the problem is if they attempt to operate the mower with unsatisfied PTO, seat, or park brake interlocks.
  • The indicators are also useful to identify the reasons the PTO or engine may have shut off when an interlock is unsatisfied.
• Operators are advised if battery voltage is low, normal, or excessive.
• The service indicator light illuminates to indicate a diagnostic error code is stored.
  • On-board diagnostics provides trouble codes for use by trained technicians.
    • For example, a technician can test switch functionality and circuit continuity without tools.

Superior durability and productivity from flat-top design of 9-gauge, 0.15-in. (3.8-mm) high capacity mower decks

High Capacity Mower Decks are a heavy-duty, 9-gauge, 0.15-in. (3.8-mm), forged-steel, deep, flat-top design that delivers excellent cut quality, productivity, cleanliness, durability, and versatility. Experience optimal performance and dispersion of clippings, even at faster mowing speeds:

• Deep-deck design throughout the entire deck shell provides optimum mowing, mulching, and bagging performance.
  • Optional MulchControl™ attachment provides superior mulching performance and versatility (not available on 48HC decks).
• Forged-steel design eliminates sharp edges and corners where material can build up and diminish mowing performance.
• Mower deck is suspended from the vehicle for a smooth and level cut.
  • Adjustable mower wheels positioned just above ground level help smooth out the mowing job.

Quick starts and top performance from 44.2-cu in. (724-cc) V-twin engine with electronic fuel injection (EFI) and electronic throttle control (ETC)

• The Z545R engine includes EFI and ETC features for superior performance:
  • EFI meters the correct amount of fuel directly into each engine cylinder for all operating conditions.
    • Simplifies engine starts and warm-up by eliminating the need for the operator to use a choke.
      • Fast, reliable starts are routine just like with a modern automobile.
    • Fuel usage is reduced up to 20 percent compared to a carbureted engine.
    • No adjustments are needed at altitude
    • No choke-related problems since the choke is eliminated
    • Reduced maintenance expense because of fewer complaints related to hard starting, vapor lock, misfire, run-on, or fouled spark plugs
  • ETC works in conjunction with EFI to electronically adjust the supply of fuel air mixture.
    • Increases torque as needed to maintain engine operating speed under load.
    • Ground speed and mower blade-tip speed remain constant, even in heavy-grass conditions, to improve productivity and cut quality.
    • Mechanical governors cannot respond fast enough to maintain a constant engine speed.
    • Some torque rise remains to warn the operator before the engine stalls.
• Large 44.2-cu in. (724-cc) displacement for torque to pull through tough operating conditions.
  • Easy inspection and removal of any debris that may have collected using two large cleanout ports that are integrated into the engine shroud over the cylinder heads.
  • Engine service times, reliability, and life are increased with the use of premium engine oil and air filtering systems, as well as the cooling design.
• 25 hp (18.6 kW) at 3500 rpm for excellent performance
  • Greater torque, lower vibration, and improved sound quality from the V-twin cylinder design
  • Fast starts with electronic ignition
  • Long engine life with cast-iron cylinder liners
  • Excellent power and fuel economy with overhead valves
  • Reliable operation with in-line fuel filter

Protective zone around the operator is provided by the rollover protective structure (ROPS)

The spacious operator station has been designed for comfort, visibility, and ease of use:

• Getting on and off easy with the flat operator platform.
• Convenient-to-use controls are located close to the operator.
• Operator controls are color coded and designed for easy identification and operation.

The ROPS and seat belt work in conjunction to provide a protective zone around the operator:

• It reduces the operator’s risk of being crushed under the vehicle should it overturn.
• In most situations, the ROPS limits the overturn to little more than 90 degrees.
• When used with a seatbelt, the ROPS is very effective in preventing deaths and serious injuries.
  • Use of the seat belt is recommended when operating with ROPS in the upright position.

Great appearance, reliability, and performance delivered by a heavy-duty design

The attractive design includes a provision for light-emitting diode (LED) lighting:

• Two front lights face forward for front visibility.
• Side lights are positioned to provide excellent visibility of the mower deck. 

Maximize mowing efficiency with dual transmissions that offer mowing speeds up to 8 mph (12.9 km/h)

Dual unitized transmissions efficiently power the ZTrak™ mower forward and reverse and provide steering capability:

• Experience excellent hillside stability with transmissions that are set low in the vehicle.
• Tuff Torq® TZT7-D transmissions are reliable and durable.
  • Beefed-up 1-in. (2.5-cm) axles for greater strength
• Maintenance-free, unitized transmissions are sealed and have no hose connections to leak hydraulic fluid.
• Four-bolt hubs provide a reliable and convenient wheel-mounting system.

Convenient machine service includes 4-year bumper-to-bumper warranty

4-year or 500-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty is standard

A 4-year or 500-hour single-source, bumper-to-bumper warranty* is included for all John Deere Z530R and Z545R Z300 ZTrak™ Mowers.

• The warranty is hassle free, with both the mower and the engine covered by a single warranty.
• If the mower is sold, the remaining warranty term is transferable to a new owner.

*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. U.S. and Canada only. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.