John Deere
Z540R Residential ZTrak™ Mower with 48-, 54-, or 60-in. High Capacity Deck
Residential Zero-Turn Mowers
Residential ZTrak zero-turn mowers are designed for large, level tracts of land and faster mowing.
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Model / part number: 5568GX
Technical specification source: Official manufacturer technical data
Catalogue source: John Deere Africa & Middle East (AFME) · Checked 2026-10-04
Specifications
Key Specs11 specifications
- Engine Power (Metric)
- 17.9 kW
- Engine Power (Imperial)
- 24.0 hp
- Engine Model Number
- FS730V
- Forward Speed (Metric)
- 14.5 km/h
- Forward Speed (Imperial)
- 9.0 mph
- Front Caster Tires
- 13x6.5-6
- Drive Tires
- 23x10.5-12
- Seat Back Height (Metric)
- 50.8 cm
- Seat Back Height (Imperial)
- 20.0 in.
- Warranty
- 4 year/500 hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.)
- Mulching System
- Yes
Engine17 specifications
- Engine Power (Metric)
- 17.9 kW
- Engine Power (Imperial)
- 24.0 hp
- Engine Model Number
- FS730V
- Displacement (Metric)
- 726.0 cc
- Displacement (Imperial)
- 44.3 cu in.
- Cylinders
- V-twin
- Lubrication
- Full pressure with replaceable filter
- Lubrication (Metric)
- 2.1 L
- Lubrication (Imperial)
- 2.2 U.S. qt
- Type
- Overhead valve
- Battery Voltage
- 12.0 V
- Battery Cold Crank Amps
- 300.0 CCA
- Choke/Speed Control
- Separate control levers
- Cooling Method
- Air
- Fuel Tank Capacity (Metric)
- 17.0 L
- Fuel Tank Capacity (Imperial)
- 4.5 U.S. gal.
- Fuel Gauge
- Fuel level sight line
Drivetrain1 specifications
- Dual Hydros
- Tuff Torq TZ17-D with 1-in. (2.5-cm) axles
Travel Speed6 specifications
- Forward Speed (Metric)
- 14.5 km/h
- Forward Speed (Imperial)
- 9.0 mph
- Reverse Speed (Metric)
- 7.2 km/h
- Reverse Speed (Imperial)
- 4.5 mph
- Speed And Direction Control
- Twin premium levers
- Control Adjustment
- 3 height/18 positions
Chassis9 specifications
- Frame
- Heavy-duty frame tubing
- Primer/Paint
- E-coat/powder
- Front Caster Tires
- 13x6.5-6
- Front Caster Bearings
- Sealed ball bearings
- Drive Tires
- 23x10.5-12
- Hour Meter
- Yes
- Service Interval Decal
- Yes
- Storage Compartment
- Yes
- Cup Holder
- Yes
Seat5 specifications
- Seat Back Height (Metric)
- 50.8 cm
- Seat Back Height (Imperial)
- 20.0 in.
- Fore Aft Adjustment (Metric)
- 11.4 cm
- Fore Aft Adjustment (Imperial)
- 4.5 in.
- Seat Suspension
- Two springs
Lift System8 specifications
- Type
- Foot lift and hand lever
- Mower Cut Height Minimum (Metric)
- 2.5 cm
- Mower Cut Height Minimum (Imperial)
- 1.0 in.
- Mower Cut Height Maximum (Metric)
- 10.2 cm
- Mower Cut Height Maximum (Imperial)
- 4.0 in.
- Cut Height Increments (Metric)
- 0.64 cm
- Cut Height Increments (Imperial)
- 0.25 in.
- Preset Cut Height
- Yes
Mower Deck5 specifications
- Type
- High-capacity side discharge
- Mower Deck Material (Other)
- 9.0 gauge
- Mower Deck Material (Metric)
- 3.8 mm
- Mower Deck Material (Imperial)
- 0.15 in.
- Mower Drive System
- V-belt
Power Take-Off (PTO)4 specifications
- Type
- Electric
- Type (Metric)
- 169.0 Nm
- Type (Imperial)
- 125.0 lb-ft
- Drive
- V-belt
Dimensions8 specifications
- Wheelbase (Metric)
- 123.7 cm
- Wheelbase (Imperial)
- 48.7 in.
- Overall Length (Metric)
- 194.8 cm
- Overall Length (Imperial)
- 76.7 in.
- Width Without Mower (Metric)
- 121.4 cm
- Width Without Mower (Imperial)
- 47.8 in.
- Height (Metric)
- 117.1 cm
- Height (Imperial)
- 46.1 in.
Operation3 specifications
- Operator Presence System
- Yes
- Park Brake Interlock
- Yes
- Operator Video
- Yes
Buyer's Notes4 specifications
- Note 1
- Mower wash port makes cleaning the deck easier
- Note 2
- Flip-up foot platform for easy service access
- Note 3
- 18-position adjustable motion-control levers
- Warranty
- 4 year/500 hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.)
Optional Attachments11 specifications
- Rear Bagger
- 48 HC and 54 HC, 229.1 L (6.5 bu)
- Mulching System
- Yes
- Double Light Kit
- Yes
- Rubber Floor Mat
- Standard
- Mounted Sprayer (Metric)
- 56.8 L
- Mounted Sprayer (Imperial)
- 15 U.S. gal.
- Protective Cover
- Yes
- Light Kit
- Dual headlight kit
- Material Collection System
- 48 HC and 54 HC, Power Flow™ rear bagger
- Material Collection System (Metric)
- 229.1 L
- Material Collection System (Imperial)
- 6.5 bu