John Deere Z960A
The John Deere Z960A is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 999 cc 61 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 34 hp / 25.4 kW. Transmission: Kanzaki. Operating weight: 1449 lbs 657 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 34 hp / 25.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.5 gal
43.5 L
Transmission
Kanzaki
Operating Weight
1449 lbs
657 kg
Overview
 | 2010 - 2012
Z900 SeriesZero-turn mower
Z900 Series
Zero-turn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Zero-turn mower | |
Built in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, USA | |
John Deere Z960A Engine | |
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34HP Kawasaki 999cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 11.5 gal
43.5 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere Z960A Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 1449 lbs
657 kg |
Front tire | 13x6.5-6 |
Rear tire | 24x12-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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ZTrak PRO 900 Series Mowers published in 2010, by John Deere | |
ZTrak Mowers published in 2011, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 999 cc / 61 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FX921V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 999 cc
61 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.50x3.15 inches
89 x 80 mm |
Power (gross) | 34 hp
25.4 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 |
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Dimensions
John Deere Z960A Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 13x6.5-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 24x12-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 84 inches
213 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 73 inches
185 cm |
Height (Folded ROPS) | 47 inches
119 cm |
Weight | 1449 lbs
657 kg |
Ground clearance | 5 inches
12 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" mid-mount mower deck | |
72" mid-mount mower deck |
Photos
John Deere Z960A tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z960A based on its 34 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough 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 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 Z960A.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.5 hrs
Approximately 6.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.5 gal / 43.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.8 gal/hr (6.7 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 Z960A Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere Z960A.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)34 hp
Kilowatts (kW)25.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)34.5 PS
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