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John Deere Z970R Zeo-Turn Mower with 60-In. Deck

John Deere Z970R Zeo-Turn Mower with 60-In. Deck

SKU JDZ970R60

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John Deere Z970R Zero-Turn Mower with 60-In. Deck is built for top-tier commercial performance and operator comfort. Powered by a powerful 35.0-hp (26.1-kW) commercial-grade engine, this mower delivers class-leading performance and efficiency. The 7-Iron™ PRO mowing deck, pressed from a single piece of steel, ensures extra durability and exceptional mowing performance. The rear discharge deck enhances productivity and safety. The Z970R features Brake-N-Go starting and a cross-porting hydraulic transmission, which further improves the mower's performance and efficiency.

Features:

  • The fully adjustable suspension seat with ComfortGlide™ fore/aft suspension provides exceptional operator comfort, ensuring a smooth ride even during long mowing sessions.
  • Standard comfort and convenience features include easy deck height adjustment and a power take-off (PTO) shutoff.
  • Backed by a three-year bumper-to-bumper warranty, the Z970R offers peace of mind and reliable service.
  • This mower is engineered to meet the demanding needs of commercial mowing with high efficiency, durability, and operator comfort.

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Model Number: 2213TC


This model includes the mower only. Additional attachments and accessories sold separately. Model may be pictured with optional features. Additional options may be available to add for an additional price.
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Fuel System:

Fuel tank capacity

11.5 U.S. gallons / 43.5 L

Fuel type

Gasoline

Fuel consumption

1.1-1.9 U.S. gallons/hr / 4.2-7.2 L/hr

Fuel tank switch/shut-off valve

Yes

Mower Deck:

Dimensions

60 inches (152-cm) 7Iron PRO side-discharge, 72 inches (183-cm) 7Iron PRO side-discharge, 72 inches (183-cm) FastBack PRO rear-discharge

Blade tip speed

7Iron PRO

Deck construction

7-Iron PRO

Height-of-cut range

0.25 inches / 0.64 cm increments, 1-5.5 inches / 2.54-14 cm

Transmission:

Type

Hyardsrostatic

Wheel motors

Tuff Torq heavy-duty integrated piston wheel motor

Speed range

0-12 mph / 0-19.3 km/h (Forward), 0-4.5 mph / 7.2 km/h (Reverse)

Speed and direction control

Twin levers

Hydraulic capacity

5.9 U.S. qt / 5.6 L

Filter

Internal, replaceable

Tires:

Drive wheels

24x12-12

Caster wheels

13x6.5-6

Caster wheel type

Flat free

Load rating

4 PR

Warranty:

36 months or 1500 hr, whichever comes first (First 24 months, no hour limitation)

Key Specs:

Manufacturer/Model

Fx1000V

Power

Gross at 3,600 rpm, 35 hp / 26.1 kW

Displacement

61 cu inches / 999 cc

Cylinders

Two

Crankcase capacity

With filter, 2 U.S. qt / 1.9 L

Oil filter

Full flow, replaceable

Lubrication

Full pressure

Cooling

Air

Air cleaner

Pre-cleaner, Heavy-duty canister type with safety element

Engine:

Fuel type

Gasoline

Fuel consumption

1.1-1.9 U.S. gallons/hr / 4.2-7.2 L/hr

Fuel tank capacity

11.5 U.S. gallons / 43.5 L

Fuel tank switch/shut-off valve

Yes

Manufacturer/model

Fx1000V

Power

Gross at 3,600 rpm, 35 hp / 26.1 kW

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

Hyardsrostatic

Wheel motors

Tuff Torq heavy-duty integrated piston wheel motor

Travel speed

0-12 mph / 19.3 km/h (Forward), 0-4.5 mph / 7.2 km/h (Reverse)

Speed and direction control

Twin levers

Hydraulic capacity

5.9 U.S. qt / 5.6 L

Filter

Internal, replaceable

Brakes:

Dynamic braking

Twin levers

Park brake

Internal wet disk integrated in the transmission

Park brake actuation

Foot brake

PTO:

Type

Electro-magnetic, 225 pounds-ft / 305 Nm

Drive

V-belt

Mower Decks:

Dimensions

60 inches (152-cm) 7Iron PRO side-discharge, 72 inches (183-cm) 7Iron PRO side-discharge, 72 inches (183-cm) FastBack PRO rear-discharge

Blade tip speed

7Iron PRO

Deck construction

7-Iron PRO

Height-of-cut range

0.25 inches / 0.64 cm increments, 1-5.5 inches / 2.54-14 cm

Blades:

Number

Three

Wheels:

Caster wheels

13x6.5-6

Front anti-scalp rollers

RH, center, LH

Rear anti-scalp rollers

Standard

Dimensions:

Length

84 inches / 213 cm

Width

With chute down, 74, 86 inches / 188, 218 cm, Rear discharge, 75.8 inches / 192.5 cm

Height

With ROPS up, 73 inches / 185 cm, with ROPS down, 47 inches / 119 cm

Weight

1,326 to 1,445 pounds / 601 to 655 kg

Operation:

Rollover protective structure (ROPS)

Yes

Slope operating limit

20 degrees (10 degrees with material collection system installed)

Fuel System:
Fuel tank capacity 11.5 U.S. gallons / 43.5 L
Fuel type Gasoline
Fuel consumption 1.1-1.9 U.S. gallons/hr / 4.2-7.2 L/hr
Fuel tank switch/shut-off valve Yes
Mower Deck:
Dimensions 60 inches (152-cm) 7Iron PRO side-discharge, 72 inches (183-cm) 7Iron PRO side-discharge, 72 inches (183-cm) FastBack PRO rear-discharge
Blade tip speed 7Iron PRO
Deck construction 7-Iron PRO
Height-of-cut range 0.25 inches / 0.64 cm increments, 1-5.5 inches / 2.54-14 cm
Transmission:
Type Hyardsrostatic
Wheel motors Tuff Torq heavy-duty integrated piston wheel motor
Speed range 0-12 mph / 0-19.3 km/h (Forward), 0-4.5 mph / 7.2 km/h (Reverse)
Speed and direction control Twin levers
Hydraulic capacity 5.9 U.S. qt / 5.6 L
Filter Internal, replaceable
Tires:
Drive wheels 24x12-12
Caster wheels 13x6.5-6
Caster wheel type Flat free
Load rating 4 PR
Warranty:
36 months or 1500 hr, whichever comes first (First 24 months, no hour limitation)
Key Specs:
Manufacturer/Model Fx1000V
Power Gross at 3,600 rpm, 35 hp / 26.1 kW
Displacement 61 cu inches / 999 cc
Cylinders Two
Crankcase capacity With filter, 2 U.S. qt / 1.9 L
Oil filter Full flow, replaceable
Lubrication Full pressure
Cooling Air
Air cleaner Pre-cleaner, Heavy-duty canister type with safety element
Engine:
Fuel type Gasoline
Fuel consumption 1.1-1.9 U.S. gallons/hr / 4.2-7.2 L/hr
Fuel tank capacity 11.5 U.S. gallons / 43.5 L
Fuel tank switch/shut-off valve Yes
Manufacturer/model Fx1000V
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 Hyardsrostatic
Wheel motors Tuff Torq heavy-duty integrated piston wheel motor
Travel speed 0-12 mph / 19.3 km/h (Forward), 0-4.5 mph / 7.2 km/h (Reverse)
Speed and direction control Twin levers
Hydraulic capacity 5.9 U.S. qt / 5.6 L
Filter Internal, replaceable
Brakes:
Dynamic braking Twin levers
Park brake Internal wet disk integrated in the transmission
Park brake actuation Foot brake
PTO:
Type Electro-magnetic, 225 pounds-ft / 305 Nm
Drive V-belt
Mower Decks:
Dimensions 60 inches (152-cm) 7Iron PRO side-discharge, 72 inches (183-cm) 7Iron PRO side-discharge, 72 inches (183-cm) FastBack PRO rear-discharge
Blade tip speed 7Iron PRO
Deck construction 7-Iron PRO
Height-of-cut range 0.25 inches / 0.64 cm increments, 1-5.5 inches / 2.54-14 cm
Blades:
Number Three
Wheels:
Caster wheels 13x6.5-6
Front anti-scalp rollers RH, center, LH
Rear anti-scalp rollers Standard
Dimensions:
Length 84 inches / 213 cm
Width With chute down, 74, 86 inches / 188, 218 cm, Rear discharge, 75.8 inches / 192.5 cm
Height With ROPS up, 73 inches / 185 cm, with ROPS down, 47 inches / 119 cm
Weight 1,326 to 1,445 pounds / 601 to 655 kg
Operation:
Rollover protective structure (ROPS) Yes
Slope operating limit 20 degrees (10 degrees with material collection system installed)

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