John Deere Z915B

The John Deere Z915B is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 747 cc 45.6 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq. Operating weight: 1178 lbs 534 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.5 gal 43.5 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq
Operating Weight
1178 lbs 534 kg

Overview

John Deere Z915B tractor photo
2013 - 2016 Z900 SeriesZero-turn mower Z900 Series Zero-turn mower
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Zero-turn mower
Built in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, USA
John Deere Z915B Engine
25HP Kohler 747cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
11.5 gal 43.5 L
Engine details ...
John Deere Z915B Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Wet disc brakes
Two-post folding ROPS.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
electro-magnetic
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
1178 lbs 534 kg
Front tire
13x5-6
Rear tire
24x9.5-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
15
Battery volts
12
References
Z915B references literature
Commercial Mowers published in 2015, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 747 cc / 45.6 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Kohler CV742
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement
747 cc 45.6 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.27x2.72 inches 83 x 69 mm
Power (gross)
25 hp 18.6 kW
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — Tuff Torq

Transmission
Tuff Torq
Type
hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity
5.9 qts 5.6 L
Z915B  hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

John Deere Z915B Tires
Lawn/turf front
13x5-6
Lawn/turf rear
24x9.5-12
24x12-12
Dimensions
Length
84 inches 213 cm
Height (ROPS)
73 inches 185 cm
Height (Folded ROPS)
47 inches 119 cm
Weight
1178 lbs 534 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
48" mid-mount mower deck
54" mid-mount mower deck
60" mid-mount mower deck

Photos

John Deere Z915B tractor photo

John Deere Z915B tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z915B based on its 25 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
5 ft (60 in)1.5 mMedium DutyPasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
54 to 60 in135 - 150 cmMedium DutyThorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片)Light DutySmall 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 Z915B.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.8 hrs

Approximately 8.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.5 gal / 43.5 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.3 gal/hr (4.9 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 Z915B Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z915B.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)25 hp
Kilowatts (kW)18.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)25.3 PS

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