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• DIESEL ENGINE HAS HIGH-QUALITY FEATURES TO MINIMIZE OPERATING COST: The 1500 Series TerrainCut™ Front Mowers are powered by liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder diesel engines. These engines feature low levels of exhaust and emissions, reduced noise levels, and excellent fuel economy. They also meet the necessary Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier 4 emissions requirements. The 1570, 1575, 1580, and 1585 models are biodiesel compatible from the factory up to B20. The 1550 model requires an optional kit to be compatible with B20 biodiesel fuel.
• MOWER DECKS FOR TERRAINCUT™ FRONT MOWERS MATCH A WIDE VARIETY OF NEEDS: Since 1998 the John Deere 7-Iron™ mower deck has demonstrated commercial quality, performance, and durability. The 7-Iron PRO, FastBack™, and FastBack PRO mower decks deliver an even higher-quality cut in even more diverse conditions.
• EASY-TO-OPERATE CONTROLS MAXIMIZE PRODUCTIVITY: Maneuverability: Turn radius of 13 in. (33 cm). Uncut circle of 28 in. (71.1 cm) with a 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron™ PRO mower deck. Deck offset and pulled rearward. Tail-follows-the-trail trimming capability with 72-in. (183-cm) side-discharge mower deck. Steered wheels (tail) stay within the path (trail) cut by the mower deck, allowing maneuverability without the rear of the machine contacting mowing obstacles.
• FRONT MOWER SEATS HAVE STANDARD SUSPENSION WITH ARM RESTS FOR ADDED COMFORT AND PRODUCTIVITY: Operator comfort enhances productivity. TerrainCut™ Front Mowers include suspension seats with green accents and an embroidered John Deere logo. The comfort-adjust mechanical spring suspension seat is base equipment, and an air-ride suspension is an optional upgrade. The operator can adjust suspension by increasing or decreasing pressure for optimum comfort. Fore-aft adjustments accommodate both tall and short operators. Both seats are 24-in. (61-cm) tall and include back-angle, lumbar, and arm rest adjustments. The eye-catching seats are constructed from two unique vinyl textures and sewn with decorative stitching. Retractable seat belts prevent belts from becoming tangled in the seat suspension and controls.
• SERVICEABILITY IS DESIGNED-IN TO REDUCE MAINTENANCE COST AND INCREASE UPTIME: Engine hood includes large screened area: Minimizes the amount of material that can get to the cooling radiators. Minimizes the need to clean the hood screens. Hood latch keeps the hood securely in place, providing an optimum seal. A single hood latch is located on top of the hood behind the seat.
• WELDED FRAME STRUCTURE IS MADE OF HIGH-STRENGTH STEEL: The revolutionary tubular, high-strength welded steel frame provides durability and allows major components to be located lower in the machine. The design results in a lower center of gravity for better stability and traction on hillsides and slopes. Rollover protective structures (ROPS) are integral members of the frame.
• HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE ARE HEAVY-DUTY TO MAXIMIZE UPTIME: A Kanzaki® 30-cc transmission is used for reliable operation. Durability features include the following: High-capacity hydrostatic transmission and heavy-duty transaxle maximize performance and uptime and minimize cost of maintenance. Charge pump is used to efficiently deliver oil to the transmission. Oil cooler helps maintain optimum transmission oil temperature for superior performance and longer transmission life in the most challenging operating conditions. Maximum forward top speed is 12 mph (19.3 km/h) on the 1550, 1570, and 1575 and 15 mph (24.1 km/h) on the 1580 and 1585. Self-bleeding design helps keep air out of the system. Kanzaki is a trademark of Kanzaki Kokyukoki Manufacturing Company.
• TWO-FUNCTION MECHANICAL REAR-WHEEL DRIVE FOR OPTIMUM USE OF THE FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE FEATURE: Mechanical rear-wheel drive is available as standard equipment (1575, 1580, 1585).
• TAIL-FOLLOWS-THE-TRAIL DESIGN HELPS AVOID OBSTACLES IN TURNS: Tail-follows-the-trail trimming with 72-in. (183-cm) mower decks. Steered wheels (tail) stay within the path (trail) cut by the mower deck, allowing maneuverability without the rear of the machine contacting mowing obstacles.
• FRONT MOWER BALLAST REQUIREMENTS: Front mowers must be properly ballasted for both good performance and safe operation. Ballast requirements differ depending on the front mower model and the implement being used. The chart below gives the minimum ballast requirements for the various product configurations. Additional ballast is recommended for operating on slopes or other conditions that may warrant it.
• ROLL-GARD™ ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES PROTECTS OPERATORS OF OPEN-STATION MOWERS: The foldable two-post Roll-Gard rollover protective structure (ROPS) and retractable seat belt are standard equipment. Foldable for trimming, such as when mowing under trees or bushes.