John Deere Z515E vs. Z530R

The Z515E and the Z530R are both fantastic pieces of equipment. They share a number of similarities but have a few key differences, too. We’ll go over those differentiators to help you make the right decision for you and your property.

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SPECS John Deere Z515E John Deere Z530R
Key Specs - Engine power 24 hp
17.9 kW
24 hp
17.9 kW
Key Specs - Width of cut Accel Deep™ mower deck, 48 in.
122 cm
Accel Deep mower deck, 54 in.
137 cm
Accel Deep mower deck, 60 in.
152 cm
High capacity mower deck, 54 in.
137 cm
High capacity mower deck, 60 in.
152 cm
Key Specs - Seat back height Medium back with armrests, 18 in.
45.7 cm
High back with armrests and ComfortGlide™, 22.5 in.
57.1 cm
Key Specs - Forward speed 0-8 mph
0-12.9 km/h
0-9 mph
0-14.5 km/h
Key Specs - Mulching system Optional MulchControl™ attachment, 48 in.
122 cm
Optional MulchControl attachment, 54 in.
137 cm
Optional MulchControl attachment, 60 in.
152 cm
Optional MulchControl™ attachment, 54 in.
137 cm
Optional MulchControl kit, 60 in.
152 cm
Dimensions - Width with mower 48A - 62.8 in.
159.5 cm
54A - 68.6 in.
174.2 cm
60A - 73.4 in.
186.4 cm
54HC - 68.3 in.
173.5 cm
60HC - 73.5 in.
186.7 cm
Dimensions - Overall length 76.9 in.
195.3 cm
81.9 in.
208 cm
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