John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak™ Zero-Turn Mower
Commercial mower · Model Z985R · Commercial-duty · Gas
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- Weighs 1,556 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 2,456 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- Mows an acre in 12 min (9 at top speed) How long for your yard? ›
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The John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower is a commercial-grade gas commercial mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 72-inch deck and a 993cc engine making 40 hp. It weighs 1556 lb (705.8 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 60.6 ci (993 cc) |
| Engine Power | 40 hp |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Model | 61G8 EFI |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 72 in (1829 mm) |
|---|---|
| Deck Construction | 7-Iron™ PRO: 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) one-piece forged steel FastBack™ PRO: 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) fabricated steel |
Drive
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Ground Speed | 12 mph |
Dimensions
| Weight | 1556 lbs (705.8 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
Professional use
How the Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
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| Deck width | 72 in |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 993 cc |
| Engine power | 40 hp |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
| Ground speed | 12 mph |
| Fuel capacity | 43.5 L |
| Weight | 705.8 kg |
| Deck construction | 7-Iron™ PRO: 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) one-piece forged steel FastBack™ PRO: 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) fabricated steel |
John Deere doesn’t publish 11 of these for the Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower: engine make, drive type, cut-height range, warranty, commercial warranty, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers, drive tire size, seat type.
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — deere.com.
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from John Deere’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Mowing time
- ¼ acre3 min 2 min
- ½ acre6 min 4 min
- 1 acre12 min 9 min
- 2 acres25 min 17 min
- 5 acres1 h 1 min 43 min
- 10 acres2 h 3 min 1 h 26 min
About 12 min per acre at 4.89 acres/hour, mowing at 8.4 mph. The second figure is at the published 12.0 mph top speed (6.98 acres/hour) — faster than anyone really mows. About 56.2 acres per tank.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight1,556 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight2,456 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 1,044 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 4,544 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 2,456 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 79 in of clearance (estimated).
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.555 hp/in
- Run time per tank~11.5 h
Mowing times assume 4.89 acres/hour: deck width x 8.4 mph at 80% efficiency, which allows for overlap, turns and trimming. 8.4 mph is 70% of the 12.0 mph top speed John Deere publishes - almost nobody mows flat out. The "at top speed" figure is the same sum at 12.0 mph, shown so you can see it.
Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because John Deere doesn't publish an overall width — measure before buying if a gate is tight.
Towed weight adds a 900 lb allowance for a 6x12 open utility trailer to John Deere's published machine weight. Your trailer's own weight is on its VIN plate. Tongue weight, axle placement and your vehicle's tow rating are still yours to check — this is the load, not a loading plan.
Run time assumes a typical 1 gal/hour burn at working load; real consumption varies with engine, load and cut.
John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower questions
What size deck is on the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower?
The John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower has a 72-inch (1829 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower?
The John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower is powered by 993 cc, 40 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower weigh?
The John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower weighs 1,556 lb (705.8 kg) as specified by John Deere.
What size trailer do I need for the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower?
At 1,556 lb, the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 2,456 lb of towed weight. That is within a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer, and your tow vehicle needs to be rated for at least 2,456 lb. Tongue weight, axle placement and your own trailer's empty weight still have to be checked — this is the arithmetic, not a loading plan.
How fast is the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower?
Top ground speed is 12 mph. With its 72-inch deck that works out to about 6.98 acres per hour at 80% efficiency — allowing for overlap, turns and trimming.
How long does the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower take to mow an acre?
About 9 min per acre, from its 72-inch deck at 12 mph and 80% efficiency — roughly 6.98 acres an hour, so five acres is about 43 min. Rough or obstacle-heavy ground takes longer; this is deck width times ground speed, not a timed test.
How big is the fuel tank on the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower?
The John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower holds 11.5 gal (43.5 L) of fuel.
How much does the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower cost?
John Deere doesn't publish a list price for the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.
What is the John Deere Z985R EFIZTrak Zero-Turn Mower built for?
Commercial-duty commercial mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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