John Deere Z950A

The John Deere Z950A is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 852 cc 52 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 31 hp / 23.1 kW. Transmission: Kanzaki. Operating weight: 1408 lbs 638 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 31 hp / 23.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.5 gal 43.5 L
Transmission
Kanzaki
Operating Weight
1408 lbs 638 kg

Overview

John Deere Z950A tractor photo
2010 - 2012 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 Z950A Engine
31HP Kawasaki 852cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
11.5 gal 43.5 L
Engine details ...
John Deere Z950A 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
1408 lbs 638 kg
Front tire
13x6.5-6
Rear tire
24x12-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
Z950A references literature
ZTrak PRO 900 Series Mowers published in 2010, by John Deere
ZTrak Mowers published in 2011, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 852 cc / 52 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Kawasaki FX850V
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement
852 cc 52 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.33x2.99 inches 85 x 76 mm
Power (gross)
31 hp 23.1 kW
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
2 qts 1.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — Kanzaki

Transmission
Kanzaki
Type
hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity
2.8 qts*Capacity of each motor. 2.6 L
Z950A  hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

John Deere Z950A Tires
Lawn/turf front
13x6.5-6
Lawn/turf rear
24x12-12
Dimensions
Length
84 inches 213 cm
Height (ROPS)
73 inches 185 cm
Height (Folded ROPS)
47 inches 119 cm
Weight
1408 lbs 638 kg
Ground clearance
5 inches 12 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
60" mid-mount mower deck
72" mid-mount mower deck

Photos

John Deere Z950A tractor photo

John Deere Z950A tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z950A based on its 31 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)Medium DutyStandard utility farm tillage.
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 Z950A.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.1 hrs

Approximately 7.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.5 gal / 43.5 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.6 gal/hr (6.1 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 Z950A Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z950A.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)31 hp
Kilowatts (kW)23.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)31.4 PS

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