NEWS RELEASE   October 15, 2024

John Deere Debuts New Professional Mowing Solutions at 2024 Equip Expo

  • John Deere introduces new Z900 EFI ZTrak™ Mowers and expanded QuikTrak™ Mower deck options for the Q865R EFI model at the 2024 Equip Expo.
  • The new EFI models offer advanced industry-proven features to meet the demands of professional landscape contractors.
  • John Deere also expands its QuikTrak Stand-on Mower lineup, offering the latest additions of a 72-inch 7Iron™ PRO deck and a 60-inch FastBack™ PRO rear discharge deck.
  • John Deere Z900 EFI Mower with weed wacker in front of a building
  • Line-up of John Deere's new commercial mower offerings in front of a building
  • Operator standing on the new Q865R EFI Mower by a parking lot
  • Operator riding on the new Z955M EFI in front of a glass building
  • Side-shot of a QuikTrak mower in front of a corporate building

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (October 15, 2024) — John Deere continues to set the benchmark for commercial mowing solutions with the debut of its latest Z900 Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) ZTrak Mowers and newly enhanced QuikTrak™ Stand-On Mower decks for the Q865R EFI model at this year's 2024 Equip Expo. These new models and deck options are designed to cater to the needs of professional landscape contractors, offering improved performance, efficiency and durability.

New EFI Z900 Zero-Turn Mowers

The lineup of new ZTrak offerings include the Z955M/R, Z965M/R, Z975M and Z985R models, are crucial fleet solutions that boast significant power and durability. This model expansion features EFI engines, with horsepower options from 30.5hp up through 40hp. The new Z900 ZTrak models offer smoother operation as the fuel injection system and ignition work together to maintain performance

"Our new Z900 EFI ZTrak mowers represent a significant advancement in our lineup, providing a larger portfolio of EFI horsepower ranges for smooth performance across different conditions and grass types," said Brian Aldinger, product manager, John Deere. "With features like Oil Guard™, electronic throttle control and improved machine diagnostics, we are ensuring that our customers can achieve superior productivity with more power than ever before."

Additionally, these models are equipped with a display panel that delivers the following information to the operator: vehicle hours, fuel level, engine speed and system voltage, as well as indicators for power take-off, operator presence control, low oil pressure, park brake, and diagnostic codes.

New Mower Deck Enhancements for the Q865R EFI QuikTrak Mower:

The enhanced QuikTrak Stand-On Mower product range continues to deliver compact, maneuverable mowers that excel in restricted or tight areas, offering excellent visibility to minimize operator damage to property and equipment. The John Deere QuikTrak mowers are designed to provide a maneuverable and efficient solution for professional landscapers, and the latest deck offerings for the Q865R EFI model are made to help customers maximize productivity and capability on the job.

The new 72-in 7Iron PRO deck option fills a gap in the QuikTrak lineup, allowing customers to benefit from a larger 72-in. cut width. This mower deck includes anti-scalp wheels in six locations around the deck to minimize scalping in uneven terrain, a single-drive belt design and spindle covers designed to ease clean out at the end of the day.

The new 60-in. FastBack PRO rear discharge deck, also available on the Q865R EFI mower, provides a rear discharge deck option for customers mowing in challenging settings including cemeteries, roadsides/medians, and governmental properties. Mow in both directions; eliminate time-wasting deadhead passes to reposition mower to control clippings from being thrown in unwanted areas.

"We are excited to introduce new deck sizes for the powerful Q865R EFI QuikTrak model," said Carl Agee, product marketing manager, John Deere. "Expanding our deck offerings on QuikTrak mower improves productivity, ensuring that our customers have the best options available for various mowing applications, further solidifying John Deere's commitment to providing superior quality mowing solutions."

The introduction of the new Z900 EFI ZTrak mower models and expanding the two new deck size options for the Q865R EFI QuikTrak mower at the 2024 Equip Expo underscores the commitment by John Deere to provide continuous improvement and innovation in the commercial mowing industry while providing unmatched performance and reliability for landscaping professionals.

To learn more, please visit www.deere.com/en/mowers/commercial-mowers/.

 

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