With comfortable seats, easy access storage, and large rear drive tires, the Z300 Series makes yard work a breeze. And thanks to the Accel Deep™ Mower Deck, optional MulchControl™ kits, and up to 7mph travel speed, it gets the job done fast so you can get the most out of your lawn.

The 20-HP, V-Twin John Deere engine has plenty of power and torque for the Z315E to handle tough mulching, mowing, and bagging conditions – most suitable for a flat with obstacles terrain, up to one acre. Comfortable 15-in back two spring suspension seat, cup holder, side and under seat storage compartments, color coded controls for easy identification and low-fuel warning light visible in daylight.

Smooth, powerful V-Twin engine

• A 20-hp (14.9-kW) V-twin M40 engine provides plenty of power and torque to handle tough mulching, mowing, and bagging conditions. The engine is V-twin cylinder design for greater torque, lower vibration, and improved sound quality, with overhead valves for power and fuel economy.
• A full-pressure lubrication and oil filter keeps oil cleaner for a long engine life and extends the time between oil changes; and there’s easy access to the no-tools oil drain valve for oil changes.
• A rear engine guard for protects the engine and provides additional strength and integrity.

Get an even cut with the 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep™ (42A) Mower Deck

• The 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck is a stamped-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.
• 12.6 cm (4.97 in.) deep throughout the entire deck shell for optimum mowing, mulching, and bagging performance.
• Stamped-steel design eliminates sharp edges and corners where material can build up and diminish mowing performance
• Mower deck suspended from the vehicle for a smooth and level cut
• 6.4 mm (0.25 in.) cut-height increments allow the mower to be set at the desired cut height
• Compatible with efficient 230 L (6.5 bu) two-bag cut-and-throw material collection system

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

The operator station is designed for operator comfort and convenience when operating all controls:

• Excellent visibility forward and to the trim side of the deck makes operation easy and comfortable for the operator.
• Controls are color coded for easy identification.
• Translucent fuel tank displays fuel level.
• Twin-lever controls adjust, using cut-height pin/socket, for convenience and operator comfort.
• A shock absorber dampens motion control lever movement to give smooth operation.

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

ZTrak Mowers are designed around a heavy-duty formed and welded steel frame for strength and reliability. Large front caster wheels and large rear drive wheels provide several operator benefits:

• Smoother ride
• Better slope performance
• More operator comfort over uneven ground
• Better traction

Efficiency and durability from dual transmissions with large, 2.5 cm (1 in.) diameter axles

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

• Transmissions are set low in the vehicle for excellent hillside stability.
• Hydro-Gear® transmissions are reliable and durable.
• Maintenance-free unitized transmissions are sealed and have no hose connections to leak hydraulic fluid.

Easy refueling with a conveniently located fuel tank

The fuel tank holds 11 L (3 U.S. gal) of fuel. It is located low on the left side of the machine:

• Fuel-fill opening is located low and angled for easy refueling.
• Large, 5.1 cm (2 in.) fuel-fill opening reduces the chance of spilling when adding fuel.
• Cap is tethered to the fuel tank to prevent the fuel cap from getting misplaced.

Translucent fuel tank displays fuel level.