Commercial-quality V-twin air-cooled engines power the QuikTrak™ Mowers:
Both engines feature:
The engine is equipped with a replaceable oil filter for longer engine life.
Engine oil fill/check tube, oil filter, and oil drain hose are located on the front of the engine where they are easy to access.
Dual 6-U.S. gal. (22.7-L) fuel tanks provide 12 U.S. gal. (45.3 L) of fuel storage that eliminates mid-day refueling and the hassle of gas cans.
The fuel tanks are:
A fuel gauge on the display panel keeps the operator informed about the amount of fuel remaining in the tank.
A high-quality fuel filter is located where it easy to access and change.
M and R Series QuikTrak™ Mowers have 7Iron PRO Mower Decks that are built to last, while delivering a high-quality cut in diverse conditions.
Mower deck |
Q820M |
Q850M |
Q850R |
Q865R EFI |
48-in. (122-cm) 7Iron PRO |
x |
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54-in. (137-cm) 7Iron PRO |
x |
x |
x |
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60-in. (152-cm) 7Iron PRO |
x |
x |
x |
x |
72-in. (183-cm) 7Iron PRO |
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x |
The mower deck shell is forged from a single sheet of 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) steel. There are fewer welds to wear or break than shells built from multiple fabrications.
Rectangular leading-edge reinforcement and rounded corners help distribute impact stress to reduce potential for damage when the mower contacts trees, rocks, curbs, and other fixed obstacles.
The trim edge of the deck is equipped with a bumper that provides extra abrasion resistance to protect the machine and the property.
Three 1-in. (2.5-cm) cold-forged spindle shafts are heat-treated for strength and supported by ball bearings. Deep spindle pockets keep the blades aligned, even after years of tough operation. The ribbed spindle housings are made of aluminum and have an 8-in. (20-cm) base for added strength and heat dissipation.
Minimal welds provide a smoother underside with fewer sharp corners for reduced material buildup.
Higher blade-tip speed than many competitors - approximately 18,000 fpm (5,486 m/min) for more blade cuts per inch mowed.
A deep-deck design of 5.5 in. (14 cm) delivers excellent airflow so material can be processed quickly and efficiently.
The front edge is raised above the blade plane to allow even cutting of tall grass.
The wider and higher discharge opening provides even clipping dispersal for an excellent finished appearance in all conditions.
Blade overlap is 1.6 in. (40.6 mm) to reduce striping between blades.
Dual-captured anti-scalp wheels provide flotation over the toughest terrain. Anti-scalp wheels are located on both front corners, front center, and rear center. The 72-in. (183-cm) mower deck also has anti-scalp wheels on the rear corners.
A folding engine guard provides access to the mower deck drives for cleaning and maintenance.
Spindle covers allow for cleaning while installed and can be removed without tools for maintenance. Spindle grease fittings are accessible through the top of the spindle cover.
Adjustment screws at each lift point are used to level the mower deck side-to-side and set the rake angle. The mower deck is fully supported throughout the leveling process, enabling predictable adjustments and precise height measurements.
M and R Series QuikTrak™ Mowers have a spacious operator platform designed to keep operators comfortable and improve stability, while providing storage.
Moving is essential for operator ergonomics, so the M and R Series QuikTrak Mowers are equipped with a 24-in. (61-cm) wide foot platform that gives the operator room to vary their stance. The fender-mounted foot holds on R Series Mowers enable an even wider range of stance options.
The platform is spring loaded to keep bumps from jarring the operator. Large tires help isolate the operator from rough ground as well. R Series Mowers include a rubber mat on the foot platform.
The forward pitch of the new M and R Series leaning pad centers the operator’s core over the vehicles center of rotation. This location has the least centrifugal force, keeping the operator stable and in control. The leaning pad is padded for comfort and bolstered to provide side support to the operator while traversing uneven terrain and during end-of-pass turns. The leaning pad on R Series includes extra bolstering and a color accent.
The wide foot platform gives the operator the freedom to shift their weight from side-to-side on uneven terrain. Similarly, the forward-pitched leaning pad allows the operator to lean forward to increase stability or lean rearward to increase traction.
A versatile mesh storage bin is within the operator’s reach and can be used for holding refreshments, tools, or trash.
The color coded and logically placed controls on M and R Series QuikTrak Mowers are designed to get new operators up to speed quickly. A display panel assists in operating the mower and alerts operators of problems, to reduce downtime and repair costs. The key, choke (carbureted models only), throttle, and power take-off (PTO) switch are located at the operator’s fingertips.
Ground speed and direction are easily controlled by moving the two hand-lever hydrostatic drive controls forward or reverse.
Front and rear stationary reference bars stabilize the operator’s hands, which maintains precise control as the mower changes speed or direction. The bars also reduce fatigue from control lever operation.
Control levers return to neutral automatically, and a positive neutral-lock holds the control levers in neutral when the park brake is engaged.
The M and R Series QuikTrak Mowers are equipped with a display panel that assists in operating the mower, alerts of problems to reduce downtime and repair costs, and provides on-board diagnostics to speed troubleshooting. The display panel includes:
The diagnostics mode provides error codes, system voltage, and circuit continuity tests that can report switch functionality and circuit continuity in seconds without tools.
A park brake is provided for parking the vehicle and for transport. It must be engaged to start the machine and should be engaged whenever the machine is not being used. On M and R Series QuikTrak Mowers, the park brake is built into the transaxles, which reduces the effort required to engage the brake.
An easy-to-use height-of-cut system allows the operator to see and adjust the height-of-cut setting from the operator station.
The E and M Series QuikTrak mowers have a 1200-hour or 36-month, whichever comes first, bumper-to-bumper warranty. The R Series mowers have a 1500-hour or 36-month, whichever comes first, warranty. All QuikTrak Mowers also have an unlimited hour 24-month warranty. The warranty is hassle free, with John Deere covering the complete machine.
The QuikTrak warranties are also aligned with John Deere’s commercial walk-behind and Z900 ZTrak Mowers so you can roll your entire fleet on one contract, with one warranty duration, and one payment schedule.
The M and R Series QuikTrak Mowers are designed to speed maintenance and cleaning so the mower can get back to work.
All service and maintenance points are within easy reach.
Canister-type heavy-duty air cleaner is easy to reach and easy to service:
Engine oil service points are grouped together in an easy-to-reach location:
A removable leaning pad, removable rear service panel, and folding rear service panel provide access to key components for maintenance and cleaning.
A secure location is provided to protect the battery. Only the leaning pad needs to be removed for access.
Access to check and service the hydrostatic transaxles and drive belts are readily available at the rear of the machine.
Transmission bypass valves are located on the hydrostatic pumps to enable moving the vehicle without the engine running.
A periodic service chart is provided for convenience in keeping up on required service.
Spindle covers allow for cleaning while installed and can be removed without tools for maintenance. Opening the engine guard also provides access to mower deck drives.
Adjustment screws on each lift point are used to level the mower deck side-to-side and set the rake angle. The mower deck is fully supported throughout the leveling process, enabling predictable adjustments and precise height measurements.
Four tie-down locations, two at the front and two at the rear, are provided for safely towing or anchoring the vehicle.
To speed access to owner information web pages, a QR code is printed onto a product identification number (PIN) label located on the rear of the mower, to the right of the leaning pad. The owner information web pages include links to:
From the operator's platform to the mower deck, John Deere QuikTrak™ Mowers have a compact and functional design:
Whether mowing hills or on level terrain, trimming or mowing straight-away, the operator of a John Deere QuikTrak is able to affect the performance of the machine with their body:
QuikTrak mowers are frequently used on properties with concrete street curbs. The ability to traverse curbs boosts productivity by reducing transit time. The M and R Series QuikTrak Mowers include the following features that allow for efficient and damage-free curb crossings:
Large tires provide a smoother ride and increased traction:
The M and R Series QuikTrak™ Mowers use Tuff Torq TZT13 Integrated Transaxles, the same transaxles used on the Z900 ZTrak™ Mowers. The integrated transaxles:
Tuff Torq is a trademark of Kanzaki Kokyukoki Mfg. Co., Ltd.
Key safety features of QuikTrak™ Mowers include:
QuikTrak mower decks are evaluated by the manufacturer (John Deere Turf Care) and conform to American National Standards Institute (ANSI) B71.4 2017 safety certification specifications for commercial turf care equipment.
The optional LED strobe light attachment increases visibility of the QuikTrak mowers to motorists. The kit includes two lights providing visibility in all directions.
A JDLink™ M Modem - 4G connects a commercial mower to the John Deere Operations Center, which enables you to manage your fleet more efficiently, increase productivity, and reduce labor costs. With a modem and Operations Center, you are always connected to the work in progress and can make timely adjustments to keep your fleet mowing.
A JDLink M Modem - 4G is standard equipment on model year 2024 and newer TerrainCut Front and Wide-Area Mowers.
A modem can be field installed on:
See compatibility section for serial number breaks and requirements.
The John Deere Operations Center tracks your fleet and provides tools to analyze mower data. The connected features vary by mower model.
Models |
Location and status |
GPS speed |
Geofencing and curfews |
Engine hours |
Maintenance planner |
Machine Analyzer Tool |
Fuel level |
Fuel consumption |
Diagnostic trouble codes |
Service Advisor Remote |
Z700 ZTrak Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
--- |
--- |
--- |
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Z900 ZTrak Mowers with carbureted engines |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
--- |
--- |
--- |
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Z900 ZTrak Mowers with EFI engines |
X |
X |
X |
Sync |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Z994R ZTrak Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
--- |
--- |
--- |
--- |
E Series QuikTrak Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
--- |
--- |
--- |
--- |
Q820M, Q850M, and Q850R QuikTrak Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Sync |
X |
X |
X |
--- |
X |
--- |
Q865R EFI QuikTrak Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Sync |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
R Series commercial walk-behind mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
--- |
--- |
--- |
--- |
1550 TerrainCut Front Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
--- |
--- |
--- |
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1570, 1575, 1580, and 1585 TerrainCut Front Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Sync |
X |
X |
--- |
X |
X |
X |
1600 TerrainCut Wide-Area Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Sync |
X |
X |
--- |
X |
X |
X |
The JDLink M Modem - 4G regularly transmits the location and operational status of each mower in the fleet so you can monitor mowing progress in Operations Center.
The modem regularly transmits the mower’s engine hours to inform maintenance planning and balance use.
Factory or custom maintenance plans can be established in Operations Center. Maintenance alerts are sent when engine hours reach maintenance intervals.
On select products, the modem reports the time the mower spent transporting, idling, and working. The Operations Center’s Machine Analyzer tool reports usage data which allows you to analyze operator behavior, identify causes of low productivity, and initiate corrective actions.
On select products, the modem reports the fuel level. On these products, an analysis of fuel consumption is available in the Operations Center Machine Analyzer Tool. Measuring fuel consumption enables you to address causes of excessive fuel use.
On select products, the modem transmits the trouble codes generated by the mower’s control units to the Operations Center. Addressing DTCs can reduce downtime and repair costs. For example, a low-engine oil pressure DTC can indicate an engine is low on oil. Addressing the issue can prevent costly downtime and repairs.
On select products, John Deere dealers can perform remote diagnostics, software programming, and adjustments without the cost of a service call.
A JDLink M Modem - 4G is standard equipment on model year 2024 and newer (SN 110,001-) TerrainCut Front Mowers and model year 2024 and newer (SN 690,001-) TerrainCut Wide-Area Mowers.
A JDLink M Modem - 4G can be field installed on the commercial mowing products listed below. Field installation attachments simplify modem installation, and include brackets, mounting hardware, harness, and instructions. Field installation requires a JDLink M Modem - 4G to be ordered separately.
Model |
Compatible model years |
Installation attachment |
Z700 ZTrak Mowers |
2024 and newer (SN 080,001-) |
BUC11759 |
Gasoline-powered Z900 ZTrak Mowers |
2024 and newer (SN 130,001-) |
BUC11759 |
Z994R ZTrak Mowers |
2024 and newer (SN 070,001-) |
BUC11759 |
Z997R ZTrak Mowers |
2021 and newer (SN 070,001-) |
To be determined |
QuikTrak Mowers |
2024 and newer (SN 010,001-) |
BUC11744 |
R Series commercial walk-behind mowers |
2025 and newer (SN 070,001-) |
BUC11918* |
TerrainCut Front Mowers |
2022-2023 (SN 080,001-110,000) |
BUC11797 |
1600 TerrainCut Wide-Area Mowers |
2023 (SN 680,001-690,000) |
BUC11797 |
*Expected Spring of 2025
John Deere leads the commercial zero-turn mower industry with use of the Michelin X Tweel Turf technology for the QuikTrak Mowers:
Michelin is a world leader in tire manufacturing and technology. This airless radial tire solution is an industry first for John Deere, which provides an additional advantage to John Deere operators.
Advantages of the Michelin X Tweel Turf include:
Heavy-duty construction provides the ultimate in performance and reliable operation:
Michelin, X, and Tweel are trademarks of Compagnie Générale des Etablissements Michelin SCA.
John Deere provides application-specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved field-installed propane conversion kits for specific John Deere commercial walk-behind mowers, QuikTrak Mowers, and commercial ZTrak™ Mowers. The conversion kits include all components required to convert the engines to operate on propane fuel. Single-tank or dual-tank brackets (depending on the vehicle) are provided for securely holding the propane tank(s) to the vehicle.
Propane tanks are not included.
An optional altitude kit is required when operating at altitudes above 2000 ft (610 m). The operator’s manual with the propane conversion kit provides further details. Parts must be ordered separately through John Deere Parts.
Propane facts:
Advantages of John Deere propane conversion kits include:
Propane tank mounting bracket options:
Optional tank configurations and sizes are available to provide operators the ability to tailor for run time:
NOTE: Reference the Propane and Attachment Compatibility Chart to determine tank configurations that are compatible.
Engine displacement | FS603cc | FS726cc | FX726cc | FX852cc |
Average consumption (lb [kg]/hr) | 3.9 (1.8) | 4.2 (1.9) | 4.2 (1.9) | 5.8 (2.6) |
Run time (hours) with 20-lb (9.1-kg) tank | 5.1 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 3.4 |
Run time (hours) with 33.5-lb (15.2-kg) tank | Not available | 8.0 | 8.0 | 5.8 |
Run time (hours) with 43.5-lb (19.7-kg) tank | Not available | 10.4 | 10.4 | 7.5 |
Engine Manufacturer/model | FX850V |
Engine power | Gross at 3,600 rpm: 27 hp 20.1 kW |
Fuel tank capacity | 12 U.S. gal. 45.3 L |
Mower deck size | 54-in. (137-cm) 7Iron™ PRO side-discharge 60-in. (152-cm) 7Iron™ PRO side-discharge |
Blade tip speed | Approximately 18,000 fpm 5486 m/min |
Transmission | Tuff Torq TZT13 IHT |
Speed range | 0-10 mph 0-16.1 km/h |
Drive wheels | 22x12-12 pneumatic 22x11N12 Tweel |
Caster wheels | 13x5-6 |
Warranty | 36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first. First 24 months, no hour limitation. |
Manufacturer/Model | FX850V |
Power | Gross at 3,600 rpm: 27 hp 20.1 kW |
Displacement | 52.0 cu in. 852 cc |
Cylinders | Two, V-twin |
Crankcase capacity | With filter, 2.4 qt 2.3 L |
Oil filter | Full flow, replaceable |
Lubrication | Full pressure |
Cooling | Forced air, with integrated clean out ports and oil cooler |
Air cleaner | Heavy-duty canister type with safety element |
Fuel type | Gasoline |
Fuel tank capacity | 12 U.S. gal. 45.3 L |
Fuel tank switch/shut-off valve | No |
Charge system | At 3,600 rpm 20A |
Battery voltage | 12 V |
Cold cranking amp | 300 CCA |
Hour meter | Display panel including hour meter, fuel level, engine speed, system voltage, low engine oil pressure indicator, starting interlock indicators (PTO, operator presence, park brake), caution warning, stop warning, and on-board diagnostics |
Operator presence starting system | Yes |
Transmission | Tuff Torq TZT13 IHT |
Hydraulic pumps | 0.79 cu in. 13 cc |
Wheel motors | 13 cu in. 213 cc |
Travel speed | Speed range 0-10 mph 0-16.1 km/h Forward Infinite, 0-10 mph Infinite, 0-16.1 km/h Reverse Infinite, 0-5 mph Infinite, 0-8.0 km/h |
Speed and direction control | Twin hand-controlled levers |
Hydraulic capacity | 6.0 U.S qt 5.7 L |
Hydraulic oil cooler | Two 8.5 in. (22 cm) fans |
Filter | Two internal and replaceable |
Warranty | 36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first. First 24 months, no hour limitation. |
Drive wheels | 22x12-12 pneumatic 22x11N12 Tweel |
Load rating | 4 PR |
Dynamic braking | Dual hand-controlled levers |
Park brake | Internal wet disk |
Park brake actuation | Hand lever |
Type | Electro-magnetic with brake, 200 lb-ft 271 Nm |
Drive | V-belt |
Size | 54-in. (137-cm) 7Iron™ PRO side-discharge 60-in. (152-cm) 7Iron™ PRO side-discharge |
Deck construction | 7-Iron™ PRO: one-piece forged steel |
Deck thickness | 7 gauge 0.180 in. 4.6 mm |
Discharge | Side |
Height-of-cut range | Increments 0.25 in. 0.64 cm 1.5-5 in. 3.8-12.7 cm |
Cutting width | 54-in. (137-cm) 7Iron™ PRO side-discharge 60-in. (152-cm) 7Iron™ PRO side-discharge |
Thickness | 0.25 in. 0.64 cm |
Blade tip speed | Approximately 18,000 fpm 5486 m/min |
Number | Three |
Caster wheel type | Flat free |
Caster wheels | 13x5-6 |
Front anti-scalp rollers | RH, center, LH |
Length | Foot platform up, 67.25 in. 171 cm Foot platform down, 72 in. 183 cm |
Width | With chute down, 68, 74 in. 173, 188 cm |
Height | 48 in. 122 cm |
Weight | 1095 lb 497 kg (54 in.) 1120 lb 508 kg (60 in.) |
Date collected | 28-Aug-2023 |
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