Since the oil filter is located on the right side of the engine, changing it out is equally simple. The rear-mounted air filter comes out by loosening just two knobs. The ZTrak Z355R makes it easy to gas up the mower as well as add or change the oil. Just one bolt removes using the lift height pin. In terms of accessibility, the footrest area is hinged and comes up quickly for servicing the mower deck. They also feature plastic covers over the deck spindles that can be lifted up for easy cleaning and maintenance.

In the Z300 Series, decks come in 42-, 48- and 54-inch cutting widths. The decks have a deep design made to help with mowing at top speeds (in this case 7 mph). Introduced back in 2016, this deck comes standard on all John Deere Z300 Series mowers. John Deere uses what it calls the Accel Deep mower deck. John Deere ZTrak Z355R Zero-Turn Mower Features Mower Deck These include the Z335M, Z345M, Z345R, Z375R, and the ZTrak Z355R which we reviewed. The new models mow at up to 7 mph and have several key features to address residential consumers looking for a higher-quality zero-turn. Our interest in the John Deere Trak Z355R came about from news we received earlier this year about five new Z300 Series being released. It can save you time, or cost you a ton of money in maintenance and repairs. Professional landscapers and groundskeepers know this, so choosing a zero-turn is serious business. Augustine, in Florida, cutting grass always presents a challenge.

It’s no joke that the summer rains make the local grass lush and thick. Editorial Note: Interested in something unusual? Check out the Ryobi 80V joystick zero-turn mower.

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