John Deere Z960M vs Simplicity Legacy XL 31

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere Z960M

John Deere Z960M

31 HP · 2016+

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Simplicity Legacy XL 31

Simplicity Legacy XL 31

31 HP · 2017–2020

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere Z960M and the Simplicity Legacy XL 31 deliver the same power: 31 HP.
  • The Simplicity Legacy XL 31 is the more recent model: production started in 2017, versus 2016 for the John Deere Z960M.
  • The John Deere Z960M has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 52".

Full specs comparison

John Deere Z960MSimplicity Legacy XL 31
Power31 HP31 HP
Production years2016+2017–2020
FuelGasolineElectric
Cylinders22
Weight607 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Length213 cm205 cm
Mower deck60"52"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere Z960M or the Simplicity Legacy XL 31?

The John Deere Z960M and the Simplicity Legacy XL 31 deliver the same power: 31 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere Z960M or the Simplicity Legacy XL 31?

The Simplicity Legacy XL 31 is the more recent model: production started in 2017, versus 2016 for the John Deere Z960M.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere Z960M or the Simplicity Legacy XL 31?

The John Deere Z960M has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 52".

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