John Deere Z970R vs Kubota ZD1511L
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere Z970R is more powerful than the Kubota ZD1511L: 35 HP versus 30 HP (+5 HP, +17%).
- The Kubota ZD1511L is the more recent model: production started in 2017, versus 2013 for the John Deere Z970R.
- The Kubota ZD1511L is heavier: 899 kg versus 606 kg for the John Deere Z970R.
- The John Deere Z970R has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 60".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere Z970R | Kubota ZD1511L | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 35 HP | 30 HP |
| Production years | 2013–2023 | 2017+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 606 kg | 899 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 155 cm |
| Length | 213 cm | 265 cm |
| Mower deck | 72" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere Z970R or the Kubota ZD1511L?
The John Deere Z970R is more powerful than the Kubota ZD1511L: 35 HP versus 30 HP (+5 HP, +17%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere Z970R or the Kubota ZD1511L?
The Kubota ZD1511L is the more recent model: production started in 2017, versus 2013 for the John Deere Z970R.
Which is heavier, the John Deere Z970R or the Kubota ZD1511L?
The Kubota ZD1511L is heavier: 899 kg versus 606 kg for the John Deere Z970R.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere Z970R or the Kubota ZD1511L?
The John Deere Z970R has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 60".