2024 John Deere R Series Zero Turn Mowers Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO

2024 John Deere R Series Zero Turn Mowers Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO

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  • Year 2024
  • Make John Deere
  • Model R Series Zero Turn Mowers
2024 John Deere R Series Zero Turn Mowers Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO

2024 John Deere R Series Zero Turn Mowers Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO

2024 John Deere R Series Zero Turn Mowers Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO

Features may include:

Powerful diesel engine for increased performance
  • The Z997R is powered by a 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel engine with a gross 37.4 hp (27.5 kW) that meets U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Tier 4 emission standards. The engine achieves Final Tier 4 compliance by using a diesel oxidation catalyst with diesel particulate filter (DOC/DPF) system.
  • The three-cylinder diesel engine features low noise levels, superior fuel economy, and a high torque reserve that provides plenty of power and performance.
  • Key features of the engine include:
  • Economical, cast-in block cylinder design gives good cooling and long life.
  • Liquid-cooled design provides more consistent operating temperatures than air-cooled.
  • Direct fuel injection is provided.
  • Injects fuel directly on top of pistons for more efficient combustion
  • Develops more horsepower per gallon of fuel
  • Improves starting
  • Aluminum alloy pistons with built-in steel struts are lightweight to reduce connection rod bearing loads and provide good heat-transfer characteristics.
  • Design permits tighter tolerances and neutralizes expansion of the piston, thereby reducing blow-by fuel and noise from the piston slap
  • Higher top rings on the piston and a thinner head gasket greatly reduce the volume of unburned waste and increase combustion efficiency
  • Timing gears and injector drive gears utilize helical profile gears to help lower engine noise.
  • Gear teeth have a newly designed ''roll-off'' profile, giving almost no clash, no noise, and no backlash
  • Fuel filter with replaceable element is provided.
  • Full-pressure intake manifold provides quick starts in temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C).
  • Auto-bleed fuel system gives extra convenience.
  • No need to prime the system if the unit runs out of fuel; the system will self-prime the injection pump, lines and injectors, providing fast fuel recovery
  • Key start and shutoff eliminate fuel shut-off knob; electric solenoid shuts fuel supply off immediately when key is turned off.
  • See-through coolant recovery tank permits operator to check coolant level without removing radiator cap.
  • Sealed radiator compartment keeps trash and debris on outside of hood.
  • Dual-element, dry-type air cleaner with safety element and air service indicator is provided.
  • Dual-element design for added engine protection
  • Easy to service
  • Completely sealed for effective cleaning and 90 to 95 percent of dirt ejected before it reaches the paper element
  • Secondary safety element for additional filtering
  • Air-restriction indicator to let operator know when the filter needs servicing
  • Full-pressure lubrication with full-flow filter lengthens engine life.
  • Engine wear reduced by ensuring proper lubrication, even when operating on hillsides or uneven terrain
  • Oil filter helps keep oil clean for increased engine life
  • Automotive-type alternator (75 amp) provides plenty of charge to the battery.
  • Rear-mounted, covered radiator and fan keeps noise away from the operator and is easy to service.
  • Isolated engine mounting reduces engine vibration at operator's station for more comfortable operation.

Engine

Engine Manufacturer 3TNV88C
Engine Power PS: 37.4 hp (27.5 kW)
Rated Engine Speed Gross at 3,000 rpm
Cylinder Liners Three
Displacement 100.2 cu in (1,642 cc)
Lubrication Full pressure
Cooling Liquid
Air Cleaner Pre-cleaner Yes Heavy-duty canister, dry type with safety element and air-restriction indicator
Starter Operator presence starting system: Brake-N-Go (foot)

Fuel System

Fuel Type Diesel or Biodiesel (up to B20)
Fuel System Fuel tank switch/shut-off valve

PTO

PTO Type Drive: Internal wet disk clutch

Drivetrain

Drive System Wheel motors: Tuff Torq heavy-duty integrated piston wheel motor | Speed and direction control: Zero turn
Transmission Hydrostatic
Clutch Hydraulic clutch

Brakes

Brake System Type Dynamic braking: Dual hand controlled levers | Park brake: Caliper disc brake | Park brake actuation: Hand lever

Wheels & Tires

Wheels Caster wheels: 13x6.5-6 | Caster wheel: 15x6-6 flat free | Drive wheels: 26x12-12 square shoulder 4-ply turf
Front Wheel LH, RH, Center
Rear Wheel LH, RH, Center
Tires, Rear Specification 26x12-12 square shoulder 4-ply turf | Load rating: 4PR

Battery

Battery 12 V

Electric

Electrical Cold cranking amp: At 18 degrees C, 490 amp | Hour meter: Digital multi-function display
Charging System 75 amp

Operational

Operating Conditions Consumption: 1.1-1.9 U.S. gal./hr (4.2-7.2 L/hr)
Operating Speed Side discharge: Approximately 18,000 fpm | Blade tip speed: Approximately 16,500 fpm | Speed range: 0-18.5 km/h (0-11.5 mph) | Forward: 0-18.5 km/h (0-11.5 mph) | Reverse: 0-8 km/h (0-5 mph)

Hydraulics

Oil Filter Full flow, replaceable, spin-on type | Drivetrain: Spin-on Type

Dimensions

Cutting Width 72 in (183 cm)
Length 88.6 in (225 cm) (Varies by deck size) | 60-in. (152-cm) side-discharge: 96 in (244 cm)
Width With chute down: 74, 86 in (188, 218 cm) | Rear discharge: 63.5, 75.8 in (161.3, 192.5 cm)
Height With ROPs up: 85 in (216 cm) | With ROPS down: 48 in (122 cm) | Of-cut range: Increments: 0.25 in (0.64 cm) / 1.5-5 in (3.8-12.7 cm)
Dimensions Mower deck size: 72-in (183-cm) | Blades Thickness: 0.25 in (0.64 cm)

Capacities

Hydraulic Capacity 3.2 U.S. gal. (12.1 L)
Fuel Capacity Tank: 12 U.S. gal. ( 45.4 L)
Features Crankcase: 3.8 U.S. qt (3.6 L)

Weights

Weight 1,960 to 2,100 lb (889 kg to 953 kg)

Features

Construction Material, Deck 7-gauge: 0.179-in (4.6-mm) one-piece forged steel
Features Blade Number: Three | Mower deck: FastBack™ PRO rear-discharge

Warranty

Warranty 36 months or 1500 hours, whichever comes first, no hour limitation for the first 24 months.

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