John Deere debuted its latest Z900 Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) ZTrak Mowers and newly enhanced QuikTrak Stand-On Mower decks for the Q865R EFI model at the 2024 Equip Expo.
These new models and deck options are designed to cater to the needs of professional landscape contractors, offering improved performance, efficiency and durability.
New EFI Z900 Zero-Turn Mowers
The lineup of new ZTrak offerings include the Z955M/R, Z965M/R, Z975M and Z985R models, are crucial fleet solutions that boast significant power and durability.
“Our new Z900 EFI ZTrak mowers represent a significant advancement in our lineup, providing a larger portfolio of EFI horsepower ranges for smooth performance across different conditions and grass types,” said Brian Aldinger, product manager, John Deere. “With features like Oil Guard, electronic throttle control and improved machine diagnostics, we are ensuring that our customers can achieve (high) productivity with more power than ever before.”
This model expansion features EFI engines, with horsepower options from 30.5 hp up through 40 hp. The new Z900 ZTrak models offer smoother operation as the fuel injection system and ignition work together to maintain performance
Additionally, these models are equipped with a display panel that delivers the following information to the operator: vehicle hours, fuel level, engine speed and system voltage, as well as indicators for power takeoff, operator presence control, low oil pressure, park brake and diagnostic codes.
New mower deck enhancements for the Q865R EFI QuikTrak Mower
The enhanced QuikTrak Stand-On Mower product range continues to deliver compact, maneuverable mowers that excel in restricted or tight areas, offering excellent visibility to minimize operator damage to property and equipment. The John Deere QuikTrak mowers are designed to provide a maneuverable and efficient solution for professional landscapers, and the latest deck offerings for the Q865R EFI model are made to help customers maximize productivity and capability on the job.
“We are excited to introduce new deck sizes for the powerful Q865R EFI QuikTrak model,” said Carl Agee, product marketing manager, John Deere. “Expanding our deck offerings on QuikTrak mower improves productivity, ensuring that our customers have the best options available for various mowing applications, further solidifying John Deere’s commitment to providing superior quality mowing solutions.”
The new 72-in 7Iron PRO deck option fills a gap in the QuikTrak lineup, allowing customers to benefit from a larger 72-inch cut width. This mower deck includes anti-scalp wheels in six locations around the deck to minimize scalping in uneven terrain, a single-drive belt design and spindle covers designed to ease clean out at the end of the day.
The new 60-inch FastBack PRO rear discharge deck, also available on the Q865R EFI mower, provides a rear discharge deck option for customers mowing in challenging settings including cemeteries, roadsides/medians and governmental properties. Mow in both directions; eliminate time-wasting deadhead passes to reposition mower to control clippings from being thrown in unwanted areas.
