John Deere Z525E
The John Deere Z525E is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 724 cc 44.2 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 24 hp / 17.9 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq TZT 7-D. Operating weight: 615 lbs (48 deck) 278 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 24 hp / 17.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.5 gal
17.0 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq TZT 7-D
Operating Weight
615 lbs (48 deck)
278 kg
Overview
 | 2016 - 2020
Z500 SeriesZero-turn mower
Z500 Series
Zero-turn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Zero-turn mower | |
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA | |
Original price was $3,899 in 2020 | |
John Deere Z525E Engine | |
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24HP Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere Z525E 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 | 48.7 inches
123 cm |
Weight | 615 to 631 pounds |
Front tire | 13x5.0-6 |
Rear tire | 22x9.50-10 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery CCA | 300 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Residential Zero-Turn-Radius ZTrak Mowers published in 2017, by John Deere | |
Residential Zero-Turn-Radius ZTrak Mowers published in 2017, by John Deere | |
Residential ZTrak Mowers published in 2018, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 724 cc / 44.2 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 44 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 724 cc
44.2 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.12x2.89 inches
79 x 73 mm |
Power | 24 hp
17.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq TZT 7-D
Transmission | Tuff Torq TZT 7-D |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
John Deere Z525E Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 13x5.0-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22x9.50-10 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48.7 inches
123 cm |
Length | 76.7 inches
194 cm |
Height | 39.4 inches
100 cm |
Weight | 615 lbs (48 deck)
278 kg |
631 lbs (54 deck)
286 kg | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
54" mid-mount mower deck |
Photos
John Deere Z525E tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z525E based on its 24 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. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 Z525E.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.6 hrs
Approximately 3.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.5 gal / 17 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.7 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 Z525E Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z525E.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)24 hp
Kilowatts (kW)17.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)24.3 PS
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