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2025 John Deere R Series Zero Turn Mowers Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO

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2025 John Deere R Series Zero Turn Mowers Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO

  • 37.4 HP (27.5 kW)
  • Biodiesel (B20) compatible
  • Tier 4 compliant
  • 7-Iron™ PRO deck
  • Rear Discharge Deck Available

Features may include:

Powerful diesel engine for increased performance

The Z997R is powered by a 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel engine with a gross 37.4 hp (27.5 kW) that meets U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Tier 4 emission standards. The engine achieves Final Tier 4 compliance by using a diesel oxidation catalyst with diesel particulate filter (DOC/DPF) system.

The three-cylinder diesel engine features low noise levels, superior fuel economy, and a high torque reserve that provides plenty of power and performance.

Key features of the engine include:

  • Economical, cast-in block cylinder design gives good cooling and long life.
  • Liquid-cooled design provides more consistent operating temperatures than air-cooled.
  • Direct fuel injection is provided.
  • Injects fuel directly on top of pistons for more efficient combustion
  • Develops more horsepower per gallon of fuel
  • Improves starting
  • Aluminum alloy pistons with built-in steel struts are lightweight to reduce connection rod bearing loads and provide good heat-transfer characteristics.
  • Design permits tighter tolerances and neutralizes expansion of the piston, thereby reducing blow-by fuel and noise from the piston slap
  • Higher top rings on the piston and a thinner head gasket greatly reduce the volume of unburned waste and increase combustion efficiency
  • Timing gears and injector drive gears utilize helical profile gears to help lower engine noise.
  • Gear teeth have a newly designed ''roll-off'' profile, giving almost no clash, no noise, and no backlash
  • Fuel filter with replaceable element is provided.
  • Full-pressure intake manifold provides quick starts in temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C).
  • Auto-bleed fuel system gives extra convenience.
  • No need to prime the system if the unit runs out of fuel; the system will self-prime the injection pump, lines and injectors, providing fast fuel recovery
  • Key start and shutoff eliminate fuel shut-off knob; electric solenoid shuts fuel supply off immediately when key is turned off.
  • See-through coolant recovery tank permits operator to check coolant level without removing radiator cap.
  • Sealed radiator compartment keeps trash and debris on outside of hood.
  • Dual-element, dry-type air cleaner with safety element and air service indicator is provided.
  • Dual-element design for added engine protection
  • Easy to service
  • Completely sealed for effective cleaning and 90 to 95 percent of dirt ejected before it reaches the paper element
  • Secondary safety element for additional filtering
  • Air-restriction indicator to let operator know when the filter needs servicing
  • Full-pressure lubrication with full-flow filter lengthens engine life.
  • Engine wear reduced by ensuring proper lubrication, even when operating on hillsides or uneven terrain
  • Oil filter helps keep oil clean for increased engine life
  • Automotive-type alternator (75 amp) provides plenty of charge to the battery.
  • Rear-mounted, covered radiator and fan keeps noise away from the operator and is easy to service.
  • Isolated engine mounting reduces engine vibration at operator's station for more comfortable operation.

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Highlights

  • Glencoe, Ontario
  • 2025
  • John Deere
  • R Series Zero Turn Mowers Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO
  • Hydrostatic
  • Diesel or Biodiesel (up to B20)
  • Available
  • With chute down: 188, 218 cm (74, 86 in) | Rear discharge: 161.3, 192.5 cm (63.5, 75.8 in)
  • With ROPs up: 216 cm (85 in) | With ROPS down: 122 cm (48 in) | Of-cut range: Increments: 0.64 cm (0.25 in) 3.8-12.7 cm (1.5-5 in)

Specifications

  • 2025
  • John Deere
  • R Series Zero Turn Mowers
  • Z997R Diesel 72 in FastBack™ PRO
  • Zero-Turn Mower
  • 3TNV88C
  • PS: 27.5 kW (37.4 hp)
  • Gross at 3,000 rpm
  • Three
  • 1,642 cc (100.2 cu in)
  • Full pressure
  • Liquid
  • Pre-cleaner Yes Heavy-duty canister, dry type with safety element and air-restriction indicator
  • Operator presence starting system: Brake-N-Go (foot)
  • Fuel tank switch/shut-off valve
  • Diesel or Biodiesel (up to B20)
  • Drive: Internal wet disk clutch
  • Wheel motors: Tuff Torq heavy-duty integrated piston wheel motor | Speed and direction control: Zero turn
  • Hydrostatic
  • Hydraulic clutch
  • Dynamic braking: Dual hand controlled levers | Park brake: Caliper disc brake | Park brake actuation: Hand lever
  • Caster wheels: 13x6.5-6 | Caster wheel: 15x6-6 flat free | Drive wheels: 26x12-12 square shoulder 4-ply turf
  • LH, RH, Center
  • LH, RH, Center
  • 26x12-12 square shoulder 4-ply turf | Load rating: 4PR
  • 12 V
  • Cold cranking amp: At 18 degrees C, 490 amp | Hour meter: Digital multi-function display
  • 75 amp
  • Consumption: 4.2-7.2 L/hr ( 1.1-1.9 U.S. gal./hr )
  • Side discharge: Approximately 18,000 fpm | Blade tip speed: Approximately 17,000 fpm | Speed range: 0-18.5 km/h (0-11.5 mph) | Forward: 0-18.5 km/h (0-11.5 mph) | Reverse: 0-8 km/h (0-5 mph)
  • Full flow, replaceable, spin-on type | Drivetrain: Spin-on Type
  • Mower deck size: 183-cm (72-in) | Blades Thickness: 0.64 cm (0.25 in)
  • 152, 183 cm (60, 72 in)
  • 225 cm (88.6 in (Varies by deck size) | 152-cm (60-in.) side-discharge: 244 cm (96 in)
  • With chute down: 188, 218 cm (74, 86 in) | Rear discharge: 161.3, 192.5 cm (63.5, 75.8 in)
  • With ROPs up: 216 cm (85 in) | With ROPS down: 122 cm (48 in) | Of-cut range: Increments: 0.64 cm (0.25 in) 3.8-12.7 cm (1.5-5 in)
  • 12.1 L (3.2 U.S. gal.)
  • Tank: 45.4 L (12 U.S. gal.)
  • Blade Number: Three | Mower deck: 7Iron™ PRO side-discharge
  • 889 to 953 kg (1,960 to 2,100 lb)
  • 7-gauge: 4.6-mm (0.179-in) one-piece forged steel
  • 36 months or 1500 hours, whichever comes first, no hour limitation for the first 24 months.