USED John Deere Z997R Diesel ZTrak™ Zero-Turn Mower

Powerful diesel engine for increased performance

Air cleaner filters out dust to extend engine life

The ZTrak™ Z997R Diesel Mower is equipped with a dual-element, canister-style air filter that is easily accessible from the rear of the machine without tools.

• Filtration system pulls clean air from above the engine, in turn filtering out the dust that can damage an engine over time.
• Filters are easy to change when required.
• Pre-cleaner provides extra protection against contamination in dusty and dirty applications.

12-U.S. gal. (45.4-L) capacity fuel tank allows the operator to mow for a full day without refueling

The Z997R Diesel ZTrak™ Mower is equipped with a single fuel tank, providing the following:

• 12-U.S. gal. (45.4-L) capacity allows the operator to mow for a full day without refueling.
• Large filler neck makes for easier refueling.
• Standard fuel gauge is provided.
• Top fuel draw provides added safety by reducing the chance fuel will leak out.

NOTE: The fill level is 1 in. (25 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck.

Four mower deck options for the Z997R give superior performance in every application

• The 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron PRO side-discharge deck is suited to a variety of mowing jobs, including trimming and grooming on larger properties.

Spindle housings are made of ductile cast iron for extra durability

On every commercial mower deck, there are three 1-in. (25-mm) spindles that are cold-forged and heat-treated for strength. Spindles are supported by precision ball bearings that provide great performance and reliability.

The blade spindles are designed for many hours of trouble-free operation:

• The spindle housings are made of ductile cast iron and have a gusseted design that puts the reinforcement where it is needed.
• Ductile cast-iron material provides increased impact strength.
• Strength of cast iron protects against damage from blade impacts.
• Grease fitting is mounted at the top for easy access.
• Grease pressure-relief valve minimizes seal damage from overfilling with grease and keeps debris from entering housing.
• The 8-in. (20.3-cm) diameter housing distributes loads and impacts to minimize deck-shell damage.
• Spindle assembly can be rebuilt.

Shaft-drive mower deck is durable and reliable

Mower decks are shaft driven. Benefits of using this type of system include:

• Live independent power take-off (PTO) powers the mower deck.
• PTO can be engaged or disengaged on the go for greater productivity.
• Hydraulic PTO clutch has delay relief valve for soft engagement.
• Wet clutch is designed for long life.
• PTO is easily accessible.
• 250-lb-ft (339-Nm), heavy-duty hydraulic clutch provides long life.
• Splined PTO shaft transfers power to the cast-iron gearbox.​​​​​​​

72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron PRO mower deck

Features include:

• Higher blade tip speed - 18,000 fpm (5486 m/min) gives more blade strikes per distance of forward travel.
• Front baffle is designed to manage airflow and control clippings.
• Spindle pocket reinforcement gives greater structural durability.
• Ductile cast-iron blade-spindle housings have a gusseted design for extra reinforcement.
• A raised discharge chute provides even clipping distribution.
• 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.5-mm) steel construction gives commercial durability.
• 3-spindle design gives a smooth, even cut.
• Plastic discharge deflector reduces damage to foliage and resists bending.
• Formed, steel-deck design is stamped from a single sheet of steel to eliminate corners where grass can collect.
• Deep deck gives increased vacuum action that reduces dropped clippings.
• Shaft drive from engine to mower gives excellent reliability.
• Belt drive efficiently transfers power from gearbox to spindles.
• Grease fittings are greased from the top for easy access.
• Quick-change cutting-height adjustment is easy to use.
• Tricycler mulching kits are available.
• Blade overlap of 1.57 in. (40 mm), nearly 0.79 in. (20 mm) greater than previous decks, reduces the number of missed grass blades.

Mower decks are safety certified

Standard operator comfort and convenience package for ease of use

The Z997R Diesel ZTrak™ Mower is ergonomically designed to give the operator an enjoyable and comfortable ride while increasing productivity.

Two-lever hydrostatic drive control

• Commercial cutter can select the ground speed and direction control simply by moving levers forward or in reverse.
• Positive neutral lock position for levers provides added safety.
• Wide-bend steering levers swing out easily for entry and exit from the operator platform.

The comfort and convenience package includes large, ergonomically angled control levers with specially padded grips and built-in electronic controls to raise or lower the mower deck and disengage the mower blades.

The push button (A) on the left motion control lever raises the mower deck. The push button (B) on the right-hand control lever shuts off the power take-off (PTO).

Once the PTO has been shut off using the button, the PTO switch must be pushed down and pulled up again to engage the PTO.

Easy to engage park-brake lever

• Positive park position allows the operator to park on hillsides and lock the park brake during
  trailer transport.
• Park brake automatically disengages the machine during panic stop, for added safety.

Deluxe comfort seat is fully adjustable and includes ComfortGlide™ fore/aft suspension

The deluxe comfort professional-grade seat is included in base equipment. It provides the operator with an enjoyable ride by allowing the operator the ability to adjust the seat to their preference. It includes:

• 24-in. (60.9-cm) high-back seat
• Suspension-reaction dial that adjusts vertical suspension for operator weight and a firm or soft ride
• Adjustable armrests
• Adjustable back angle
• ComfortGlide 2-in. (50.8-mm) fore/aft suspension to absorb bumps
• Vibration reduction
• 3-in. (7.6-cm) fore-aft adjustment while operator is seated
• Retractable seatbelt

ComfortGlide fore/aft suspension gives superior ride comfort over uneven areas:

• Seat can travel up to 2 in. (50.8 mm) fore and aft to absorb bumps for a significant enhancement to ride comfort.
• Control lever provides the ability to easily lock out fore/aft suspension movement if desired.
• One lever has three functions.
  • Slide seat forward and back 3 in. (10.2 cm) to allow the operator the ability to choose the leg room needed
  • Activate Comfort Glide fore/aft seat suspension
  • Lock out Comfort Glide fore/aft seat suspension

Easily accessed daily service points mean less maintenance time and more working time

Service components are easy to see and access:

• Open engine compartment allows full access to engine components and service points.
• Engine heat is kept away from the operator.
• Flip-up seat allows easy access to the hydraulic system.
• Flip-out floor panel allows easy access to deck spindles.

Hood latch and hood pivots

Hood has one central over-center type latch.

The hood pivots to make the hood easier to remove and install for ease of servicing the engine.