X950RDiesel Mowing Tractors
- High-torque diesel engine
- Heavy duty wheel motor
- Great ergonomics and intuitive controls
The X950R mowing tractor thrives on hard work. This Rear Discharge Rear Collect model has a rugged steel frame and mower deck for years of trouble-free service. The high-torque diesel engine and heavy duty wheel motors can power across tough terrain all day. And thanks to great ergonomics and intuitive controls, so can operators!
The X950R is a robust, diesel-powered cut-and-collect commercial lawn tractor. It is designed for use in commercial applications.
The clear and open design of the X950R operator’s platform allows the operator to easily get on and off the tractor. Its comfortable seat and foot positioning, the adjustable steering wheel, together with the intuitive controls, let the operator concentrate on the task at hand. A tight uncut circle, the tail follows trail concept and the mower deck trimming on both sides ensure increased productivity by reducing the amount of maneuvers required to cover a mowing area. The smoothly rolled deck edges ensure the grass will not be scalped or ripped out.
Emptying the hopper is easily done through the multi-lever control within the operator’s station. The industry’s largest hopper with adjustable fill signal results in fewer stops to empty and its leading overload height and distance ability ensures that trailers are filled completely.
Efficient long-day operation is supported with operator conveniences such as a cup holder and the easy- to-use cruise control. A full lumbar support seat with optional arm rests, grab handles in reach distance, and an efficient differential lock allow smooth in challenging terrain.
The digital dashboard supports the operator on the right mowing speed without taking attention away from the mowing job.
Optional equipment can raise productivity even more. Road homologation allows fast transfer between mowing areas. The deflector provides the ability to mow quickly without the need to collect and dispose of the grass. If different sites during the day require a mix of collecting and rear discharge, the deflector can be dismounted quickly. Parking stands for the collection hopper make the changeover even faster. The 12-V outlet provides the ability to power a host of different items such as electric sprayers in the wintertime. The ball hitch provides the ability for a number of different items to be towed.
Quality components reduce the risk of downtime. The frame can handle increased loads due to its heavy-duty welded sections. The frame geometry prevents front impacts to the steering cylinder. The forged mower deck with rolled edges resists wear and impacts perfectly. With constant hazards in daily operation, the metal frame of the collection hopper forgives impacts and allows easy repairs. When emptying the hopper, the lift cylinders are protected from impacts against the trailer walls by a clever placement of the lift arms in front of the cylinders.
The strong front axle and spindles, rear wheels, and many other components are carefully selected and designed to enable a long life of the mower.
The engine hood is made of scratch- and scuff-resistant material. The engine air intake and combustion chamber are protected from dirt which potentially causes breakdowns due to the down-facing double element filter.
A safe operation also supports uptime. When braking due to a dangerous situation while mowing, the electric power take-off (PTO) shuts off the mower deck but lets the engine continue running to escape the situation. The locking mechanism of the raised hopper ensures is easy to use during service or cleaning activities. Many interlock switches support the safe operation in all conditions.
The operating cost is one of the key decision drivers for commercial operators. The X950R enables reduced service costs with simple machine health checks, good access to a limited amount of grease points, simple filter changes, and long operation intervals without mandatory maintenance. The air filter design and pressure sensor avoid increased fuel consumption that lower-quality filters would require. Cleaning the mower is easy due to the open design and industry-leading fast mower deck removal. John Deere strongly recommends all operators to request an overview of maintenance costs when comparing the X950R with competitive models to judge the full cost of ownership.
Available mower decks are: 48-in. (122-cm) and 5-in. (137-cm) High-Capacity Commercial Rear Discharge Deck. Benefits include:
Spring-loaded mower wheel height-adjusting pins are convenient to use. They maintain the correct height of cut instead of scalping the turf in uneven terrain.
The deck drive is a combination of double straight-line belts, drive shafts, commercial-grade gearboxes, and iron spindle housings to guarantee reliability. No oil service is needed, gearboxes include lifetime oil volume.
The mower deck overlaps on the left and right sides to cut next to walls, under bushes, and next to trees on both sides to minimize maneuvering back and forth in complex areas.
Dismounting and mounting of the mower deck can be done in a few minutes. This fast process enables the operator to quickly change blades or take the deck off in winter applications and builds on:
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The combination of a redesigned deck, a wide collection chute, and large collection hopper results in a best-in-class collection performance machine. The clean design of the forged deck ensures best possible grass flow. The wide chute is designed to smoothly transport the grass to the rear of the collection hopper for a high fill rate. The built-in cleaning flap helps to keep the chute clean when mowing in more difficult conditions. The lever to control the flap is conveniently located on the right fender for easy operation.
For mowing short grass shorter, an optional chute insert allows to adjust the chute diameter to increase the airflow that is needed to speed up small clippings. The chute kit also closes the gap between deck and chute. The cleaning function of the chute bottom is not limited by using the kit.
Available collectors include a:
Both collectors include an adjustable fill indicator to prevent clogging. The collector fill information is a combination of visual and audible signals. After five beeps, the audible alarm with turn off to prevent annoying the operator or bystanders.
The X950R provides the fastest collection hopper emptying process against competition. Dismounting and installation is effortless using the collection hopper lift hydraulics to put the hopper down. Optional parking stands (see separate chapter) for easiest removal and storage are recommended.
The operator can keep track of the machine’s status through clear instrumentation. The fuel gauge, hour meter, and coolant temperature are permanently displayed. Warnings such as engine oil pressure, air filter restriction, battery charge, and park brake light up in the display.
While the collection hopper is being filled with grass, a large plate in the hopper base senses the fill rate based on weight. Depending on conditions (dry or wet) and material (grass or leaves), the sensor can be adjusted in seven positions.
If the collection hopper needs cleaning or service while raised, it can be locked in seconds using the foldable lock brackets.
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The X950R provides enough leg room for convenient operation during long working hours.
The tilt steering wheel can be adjusted in six positions for best ergonomics. Taller operators will appreciate the lever on the entry side which allows easiest entry into tractor by quickly moving the steering wheel out of the way and back. The steering wheel is designed for comfortable, no-slip operation.
If the deluxe seat is chosen, this two-piece, professional high-back seat has a thick seat cushion for lasting comfort, even after a full day of use. The back can be angled in multiple positions to maximize operator comfort by using a convenient lever on the side. A seat suspension slide rail fore-aft adjustment is provided to optimize operator comfort.
The parking brake control is conveniently located below the key switch on the steering pedestal. It holds the brake pedal securely in the locked position. Depressing the brake pedal disengages the power take-off (PTO) and cruise control, allowing the engine to be started. It also applies brakes for use as a parking brake.
Foot pads provide a non-slip surface for safer mounting or dismounting the tractor and help isolate the operator's feet from vibration.
The fender handles provide a convenient handhold to use when getting on and off the tractor and when operating on slopes.
An optional 12-V outlet is located at the rear, connecting a variety of electrical equipment such as an electric spreader or sprayer.
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All controls are located within reach on the dashboard and on the right fender. Controls are designed for ease of use. The ergonomic shapes of the controls allow the driver to focus on the task at hand instead of searching for the controls during operation.
The multi-function lever is standard equipment on the X950R. It enables the operator to lift and lower the deck as well as to lift, lower, and empty the collector. This lever makes operation very comfortable and intuitive and also makes the X950R Tractor the fastest collector emptying process in the market. It is placed on the right side where operators lean over, looking to the rear when emptying the hopper.
The contoured dash has clean, attractive styling and ergonomic controls for easy use:
Instrument display has the look and feel of a modern automobile. A power-up sequence cycles lights and gauges to indicate they are working:
A differential lock can easily be operated by pressing it with the left foot. This will ensure no slip on the traction motors (details are explained in the hydraulic drive section)
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The height-of-cut dial provides the ability to set the mowing height from the operator's seat. It can also lock the mower in fully raised position so potential front attachments can be raised or lowered independently of the mower. It returns the mower deck to the same preset height each time it is lowered. The cut height ranges from 1 in. to 4.5 in. (25 mm to 112 mm).
The bagger empty assist system is comprised of two elements (For pictures, see detailed product description further down)
1. Ultrasonic sensor, located on the upper front of the hopper to measure the fill rate | 2. Digital dashboard to display the fill rate of the hopper in the field of vision of the operator |
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The ultra sonic fill sensor is similar to park sensors known from modern cars.
The sensor is located to the upper front end of the hopper. The position for the sensor is chosen in the area that fills up latest in the hopper. In addition, a small v-shape deflector prevent grass building up on the sensor during mowing.
The sensor positioning also provides a wide range of sensing. The sensor is adjusted in a way that is has a low sensitivity up to a half full hopper. When half full, the sensor starts active sensing and activating the display on the dashboard. This adjustment gives the operator good awareness on when it is time to empty the hopper with low distraction for the operator.
The ultra sonic fill sensor is factory set to fit the machine and hopper - no re-adjusting in the field needed
The digital dashboard receives the signal from the ultra-sonic sensor, which shows real-time the hopper fill level on the display.
Additional advantages result from the digital dashboard is the system check and the permanent available machine information.
(Remark: the picture above shows all possible information; during operation the displayed information is limited to actual and important information)
The hopper fill indicator (blue frame) is a bar-type indicator that composed of six bars. As explained under 4.1, the indicator starts showing increasing fill level after it is half full. In 10 percent steps, the fill level from 50 percent - 100 percent gets displayed to keep the operator focusing on the mowing and not getting distracted from the display. The upper two bars of the indicator have red lines next to them to notify the operator when the hopper needs to be emptied.
The fill indicator:
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Access to the engine for maintenance is easy with the one-piece engine hood. The screen, air filter, oil dip sticks, etc. are located conveniently on the left-hand side. If intense service is required, the engine hood can easily be taken off without tools for best access. With a visual check on the air filter indicator sensor and the light on the dashboard, air filter daily service is simplified, extends engine life, and reduces power loss with plugged filters. The air filter screen easily pulls to the side for easiest quick cleaning with pressure air.
The multi-function lever is standard equipment on the X950R. It enables the operator to lift and lower the deck as well as to lift, lower, and empty the collector. This lever makes operation very comfortable and intuitive and also makes the X950R Tractor the fastest collector emptying process in the market. It is placed on the right side where operators lean over, looking to the rear when emptying the hopper.
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