Steering type: Sector and pinion with single drag link and tie rod
Lift system type: Lever on fender deck
Cutting width: Edge™ mower deck, 48 in. / 122 cm
U.S. warranty: 2 year/120 hour bumper-to-bumper (Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.)
Oil drain: Not required - Easy Change™ 30-second oil change system
Fuel system
Type: Gasoline
Fuel delivery: Pulse pump and carburetor
Fuel gauge: Mechanical, viewable from seat
Fuel tank location: Rear
Fuel fill opening: Center, 1.75 in. / 4.45 cm
Fuel tank capacity: 2.4 U.S. gal. / 9.1 L
Electrical system
Battery: 12 V / 300 CCA
Charging system: Regulated, 9 amp
Engine starter: Bendix type
Hourmeter: Yes, with service reminder
Headlights: Two standard, incandescent
Taillights or reflector: No
Backup lights: No
Rear work lights: No
12-V outlet: Optional accessory
Transaxle
Type: Hydrostatic, 2-wheel drive
Control: Two-pedal foot-controlled hydrostatic
Cruise control: Standard
Oil cooler: Fins and fan on transaxle
Oil filter: Yes, not serviceable
Differential lock: No
Forward speed: 0-5.5 mph / 0-8.9 km/h
Reverse speed: 0-3.2 mph / 0-5.1 km/h
Brakes: Internal wet disk
Chassis
Frame: Full-length welded steel
Primer/paint: E-coat/powder
Weight bracket: Optional rear
Receiver hitch: No
Front axle: Cast-iron front axle, powdered-metal front wheel bushings
Spindle bushings: No
Front tires: 15x6-6
Rear tires: 20x10-8
Hood material: JD Loy, UV resistant
Fender deck material: Stamped steel
Floor mats: Yes, with debris removing channels
Storage: Storage tray with cover
Service interval decal: Yes
Fender handles/grips: No
Cup holder: Yes
Equipment mounting: CargO Mount™ system
Steering
Four-wheel steer: Not available on this model
Type: Sector and pinion with single drag link and tie rod
Steering wheel: Standard, diameter - 12 in. / 30.5 cm
Tilt steering wheel: No
Turning radius: 18 in. / 45.7 cm
Uncut circle radius: 20 in. / 50.8 cm
Seat
Type: One piece
Seat back height: 15 in. / 38.1 cm
Armrests: No
Fore-aft adjustment: While seated, 5.5 in. / 14 cm
Seat suspension: Tilt, two coil springs
Lift system
Type: Lever on fender deck
Hydraulic outlets: No
Mower cut height: 13 positions, 1-4 in. / 2.5-10.2 cm
Cut height increments: 0.25 in. / 0.64 cm
Preset cut height: No
Mower deck
Type: Side discharge
Cutting width: Edge™ mower deck, 48 in. / 122 cm
Construction: Stamped steel deck shell
Mower deck material: Steel, 12 gauge / 0.105 in. / 2.7 mm
Mower wash port: Yes
Mower drive system: Electric power take-off (PTO) clutch
Mower wheels: Four
Mower wheel adjustment: One bolt
Mower level adjustment: Easy-level deck
Mower attachability
Type: Slide under tractor
Front draft arms: One spring clip
Rear draft arms: Two pins and spring clips
Mower wheels rotate: No
Drive system: Single belt
Safety
Meets ANSI standard: Yes
Meets OPEI standard: Yes
Backup protection: Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Safety video: Yes
Buyer's notes
Notes: JD Loy hood resists fading, won't rust or dent / Durable primer and powder paint finish / Full-length welded steel frame / John Deere Easy Change 30-second oil change system
Warranty: 2 year/120 hour bumper-to-bumper (Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.)
Optional equipment
Mowers: Standard, 48 in. / 122 cm
Rear bagger: 2-bag, 6.5 bu / 229 L
Mulching system: Mulch cover
Front blade: 46 in. / 116.8 cm
Snow blower: Two-stage, 44 in. / 111.8 cm
Sprayer: Tow-behind, 15 U.S. gal. / 56.8 L / Mounted, 15 U.S. gal. / Tow-behind only, 25 U.S. gal. / 94.6 L
Spreader: Tow-behind only, 125-175 lb. / 57.7-80 kg
Front bumper: Two-bar styled front bumper
Weather protection: Snow cab
Sun canopy: Yes
Bucket holder: Yes, single bucket
Grass striping: Lawn striping kit
Tow-behind tools: 16
Dimensions
Height: 44.5 in. / 113 cm
Overall length: 69.5 in. / 176.5 cm
Wheelbase: 48.9 in. / 124.2 cm
Width with mower: 60.8 in. / 154 cm
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage): 50 in. / 127 cm
Weight: Mower, no fuel, 483 lb. / 219 kg
NOTES:
*Manufacturer's suggested price. MSRP may be different in California. Taxes, freight, setup, and delivery not included. Optional accessories and attachments not included. Equipment, models and prices may vary by dealer. Product options and accessories may not be available in all regions. The engine horsepower and torque information are provided by the engine manufacturer to be used for comparison purposes only. Actual operating horsepower and torque will be less. Refer to the engine manufacturer's website for additional information. Offers valid in the United States. Prices in U.S. dollars.
0% APR fixed rate for 36 months1 on New John Deere Z500 Series ZTrak Zero-Turn Mowers
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Offers available 01 March 2019 through 30 April 2019
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