2024 John Deere Z515E

Comfortable ride delivered by an operator station with adjustable controls and seat position

The operator station is designed to provide superior operator comfort for many different operators:

• Large foot platform
  • Ample legroom for comfortable operation
  • Optional rubber foot mat (not shown) available for extra foot comfort
  • Optional foot pegs (not shown) available to allow various positions for operator’s feet
• Adjustable seat fore-aft position, armrests, and spring suspension to suit each operator
  • Control panel conveniently located to the right of the seat
• Adjustable motion-control levers
  • Upper and lower positioning combined with forward and rearward tilt offers more legroom and hand positions

Easy-to-see-and-use electric fuel gauge, instruments, and controls

The control console is located to the right of the operator station and includes the following:

• Digital display
  • Easy-to-read fuel gauge keeps track of the amount of fuel remaining to minimize time spent stopping to refuel.
  • Hour meter shows operating hours to keep maintenance on schedule.
• Ignition switch
• Power take-off (PTO) control (yellow)
• Engine speed control (orange)
• Spring-loaded engine choke control so it is not inadvertently left on
• Space for an optional light kit switch
• Space for an additional electric control switch

Superior cut quality and productivity from the flat-top design of Accel Deep™ Mower Decks

The 48-in. (122-cm), 54-in. (137-cm), and 60-in. (152-cm) Accel Deep Mower Decks are a forged-steel, deep, flat-top design that delivers excellent cut quality, productivity, cleanliness, durability, and versatility. Optimal performance and dispersion of clippings is provided, even at faster mowing speeds or in tall grass:

• 4.83-in. (12.3-cm) (48A/54A) or 4.91-in. (12.5-cm) (60A) depth throughout the entire deck shell for optimum mowing, mulching, and bagging performance.
  • Optional MulchControl™ system provides superior mulching performance and versatility.
• Forged-steel design eliminates sharp edges and corners where material can build up and diminish mowing performance.
• Mower deck is suspended from the vehicle for a smooth and level cut.
  • Adjustable mower wheels, positioned just above ground level, help reduce scalping.
• 0.25-in. (6.4-mm) cut-height increments allow the mower to be set at the desired cut height

Great performance and long life with a smooth and powerful 44.2-cu in. (724-cc) V-twin engine

Get superior performance and reliability with a large 44.2-cu in. (724-cc) displacement engine that has many premium features:

• Easy inspection and removal of any debris that may have collected using two large cleanout ports that are integrated into the engine shroud over the cylinder heads.
• Engine service times, reliability, and life are increased with the use of premium engine oil and air filtering systems, as well as the cooling design.

Experience plenty of power and torque to handle tough mulching, mowing, and bagging conditions with the 24-hp (17.9-kW) V-twin engine:

• Greater torque, lower vibration, and improved sound quality from the V-twin cylinder design
• Fast starts with electronic ignition
• Long engine life with cast-iron cylinder liners
• Excellent power and fuel economy with overhead valves
• Reliable operation with in-line fuel filter

Protective zone around the operator is provided by the rollover protective structure (ROPS)

The spacious operator station has been designed for comfort, visibility, and ease of use:

• Getting on and off easy with the flat operator platform.
• Convenient-to-use controls are located close to the operator.
• Operator controls are color coded and designed for easy identification and operation.

The ROPS and seat belt work in conjunction to provide a protective zone around the operator:

• It reduces the operator’s risk of being crushed under the vehicle should it overturn.
• In most situations, the ROPS limits the overturn to little more than 90 degrees.
• When used with a seatbelt, the ROPS is very effective in preventing deaths and serious injuries.
  • Use of the seat belt is recommended when operating with ROPS in the upright position.

Great appearance, reliability, and performance delivered by a heavy-duty design

The attractive design includes a provision for light-emitting diode (LED) lighting:

• Two front lights face forward for front visibility.
• Side lights are positioned to provide excellent visibility of the mower deck. 

Maximize mowing efficiency with dual transmissions that offer mowing speeds up to 8 mph (12.9 km/h)

Dual unitized transmissions efficiently power the ZTrak™ mower forward and reverse and provide steering capability:

• Experience excellent hillside stability with transmissions that are set low in the vehicle.
• Tuff Torq® TZT7-D transmissions are reliable and durable.
  • Beefed-up 1-in. (2.5-cm) axles for greater strength
• Maintenance-free, unitized transmissions are sealed and have no hose connections to leak hydraulic fluid.
• Four-bolt hubs provide a reliable and convenient wheel-mounting system.

Convenient machine service includes 4-year bumper-to-bumper warranty

Help maintain your mower and lawn with the MowerPlus™ app and connector

OVERVIEW

Keep a mower running its best and know how it mows with the John Deere MowerPlus app. Simply scan the mower’s barcode to get custom information about the mower.

BENEFITS

• Engine hours, fuel level, and battery health (as compatible)
• Mowing history with time, distance, area, and speed
• Current day and five-day weather forecast based on location
• Walk-through setup guides
• Expert mowing tips
• Useful attachments for future purchase
• Periodic maintenance reminders
• Safety instructions