John Deere Z225
The John Deere Z225 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 501 cc 30.6 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear EZT. Operating weight: 545 lbs 247 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal
13.2 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear EZT
Operating Weight
545 lbs
247 kg
Overview
 | 2007 - 2012
EZTrak Z200 SeriesZero-turn mower
EZTrak Z200 Series
Zero-turn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Zero-turn mower | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $2,899 in 2012 | |
John Deere Z225 Engine | |
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18.5HP Briggs & Stratton 501cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3.5 gal
13.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere Z225 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47.2 inches
119 cm |
Weight | 545 lbs
247 kg |
Front tire | 13x5.0-6 |
Rear tire | 18x8.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery CCA | 235 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual EZtrak (OMM154566) published in 2006 | |
Operator's Manual EZtrak (OMM157225) published in 2008 | |
Residential Zero-Turn-Radius Mowers published in 2008, by John Deere | |
Residential Zero-Turn-Radius Mowers published in 2009, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 501 cc / 30.6 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 31 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 501 cc
30.6 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.57x3.06 inches
91 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 18.5 hp
13.8 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.25 qts
1.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear EZT
Transmission | Hydro-Gear EZT |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
John Deere Z225 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 13x5.0-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x8.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47.2 inches
119 cm |
Length | 74 inches
187 cm |
Height | 38.6 inches
98 cm |
Weight | 545 lbs
247 kg |
Attachments
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Overall width | 52 inches
132 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
John Dere Z225 zero-turn mower.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z225 based on its 18.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z225.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.6 hrs
Approximately 3.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.6 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z225 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z225.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.8 PS
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