Front Mower
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 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.
1550 | 1570, 1575, 1580, 1585 | |
Fuel | Diesel (optional kit permits B20 compatibility) | Diesel (B20 compatible) |
Gross power at maximum rpm | 25 hp (18.4 kW), PS | 37.4 hp (27.5 kW), PS |
Displacement | 77 cu in. (1.262 L) | 100.2 cu in. (1.642 L) |
Key features of the engine include:
Fuel tank features:
Since 1998 the John Deere 7-Iron™ mower deck has demonstrated commercial quality, performance, and durability. The 7-Iron PRO, Fastback™, and V-Flex mower decks deliver an even higher-quality cut in even more diverse conditions.
TerrainCut Commercial Mower Compatibility
Mower Deck | 1550 | 1570 | 1575 | 1580 | 1585 |
60-in. (152-cm) 7-Iron PRO Side-Discharge Mower Deck | X | X | X* | X* | X* |
62-in. (157-cm) Fastback Rear-Discharge Mower Deck | X | X | X | X | X |
72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron PRO Side-Discharge Mower Deck | X | X | X | X | X |
72-in. (183-cm) Fastback Rear-Discharge Mower Deck | X | X | X | X | X |
72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Side Discharge Mower Deck | X | X | X | X |
Rear weights (UC13263) are required based on machine configuration. Must also order TCB10303, rear weight mounting bracket.
*Mower deck offset for trimming capability. Vehicle track width is 2 in. (5.1 cm) wider on the discharge side of deck. This may cause the tire to drive over uncut grass on discharge side of deck.
NOTE: These mower decks will not retrofit to F900 Series or F1145 Front Mowers.
RFS feature provides access for cleaning and maintenance of the mower decks:
The RFS position also reduces the length of the machine for trailering.
Certification
TerrainCut Front Mowers comply with ANSI B71.4 safety certification and ISO 5395.
The 62-in. (157-cm) Fastback rear-discharge mower is ideally suited for:
Key features of the 62-in. (157-cm) Rear-Discharge Mower Deck include:
Double-captured anti-scalp wheels provide increased durability.
Easy lift and lock system for service purposes.
Standard semi-pneumatic caster tires will not go flat when punctured.
The 72-in. (183-cm) rear-discharge mower deck is ideally suited for:
Key features of the 72-in. (183-cm) Rear-Discharge Mower Deck include:
Double-captured anti-scalp wheels provide increased durability.
Easy lift and lock system for service purposes.
Standard semi-pneumatic caster tires will not go flat when punctured.
The 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Mower Deck is suitable for those who need a rotary deck capable of following the undulations and mounding in rough or uneven areas:
The V-Flex deck is constructed of 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) steel:
The deck has a patented vertical belt drive system, which allows for the deck to articulate 20 degrees above and below center. This design also allows for belts to stay clean and prevents the belt from stretching and twisting when flexing.
60-in. (152-cm) 7-Iron PRO Side-Discharge | 62-in. (157-cm) Fastback Rear-Discharge | 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron PRO Side-Discharge | 72-in. (183-cm) Fastback Rear-Discharge | 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Side-Discharge | |
Gauge (thickness) | 7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm) | 7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm) | 7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm) | 7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm) | 7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm) |
Cutting height | 1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm) | 1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm) | 1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm) | 1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm) | 1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm) |
Caster wheel type | Semi-pneumatic | Semi-pneumatic | Semi-pneumatic | Semi-pneumatic | Pneumatic |
Gauge wheels | Yes, front and rear | Yes, front and rear | Yes, front and rear | Yes, front and rear | Yes, front and rear |
Deck oscillation relative to ground plane | +/- 15 degrees | +/- 15 degrees | +/- 15 degrees | +/- 15 degrees | +/- 15 degrees |
Lateral deck tilt | +/- 8 degrees | +/- 8 degrees | +/- 8 degrees | +/- 8 degrees | +/- 8 degrees |
Deck installed at factory | No | No | No | No | No |
Time required for one person to install or remove deck (without tools) | 10 minutes | 10 minutes | 10 minutes | 10 minutes | 10 minutes |
Time to change height of cut | 3 minutes without tools | 3 minutes without tools | 3 minutes without tools | 3 minutes without tools | 3 minutes without tools |
Belt type | Kevlar belt | Kevlar belt | Kevlar belt | Kevlar belt | Kevlar belt |
Belt shield type | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
Belt shield time to remove or install | 2 minutes or less | 2 minutes or less | 2 minutes or less | 2 minutes or less | 2 minutes or less |
Blade type | High lift | Medium lift | High lift | Medium lift | High lift |
Blade tip speed | 18,000 fpm (5,486 m/min) | 16,000 fpm (4,877 m/min) | 18,000 fpm (5,486 m/min) | 16,000 fpm (4,877 m/min) | 16,800 fpm (5,122 m/min) |
Spindles | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Spindle-housing material | Ductile cast iron | Ductile cast iron | Ductile cast iron | Ductile cast iron | Center - aluminum, outside - cast-iron gearbox |
Deck level laterally when raised | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Discharge | Side | Rear | Side | Rear | Side |
Mowing width | 60 in. (152 cm) | 62 in. (157 cm) | 72 in. (183 cm) | 72 in. (183 cm) | 72 in. (183 cm) |
Overall width (chute down) | 74 in. (188 cm) | 64 in. (163 cm) | 86 in. (218 cm) | 74 in. (188 cm) | 86 in. (218 cm) |
Weight | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
Live, independent PTO powers a mower deck, rotary broom, or two-stage snow blower:
Standard drive tires:
Available steering tires: 18x8.5-10 (four-wheel drive) or 18x8.5-8 (two-wheel drive)
Standard drive tires: 26x12-12, 6 PR drive tires (1580, 1585)
Standard steering tires: 20x10.00-10, 6 PR steering tires (1580, 1585)
Kits are available to convert the 60-in. (152-cm) and 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron™ PRO Side-Discharge Mower Decks into mulching decks for use in grass and leaves.
The mulch kits include mulching blades, baffles, end covers, and attaching hardware.
The mower spindle housings are made of ductile cast iron, except for the 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Side-Discharge Mower Deck, which has an aluminum center spindle housing and cast-iron gearboxes to drive the outer blades.
Key benefits of ductile cast-iron spindle housings:
NOTE: The 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Side-Discharge Mower Deck has an aluminum center spindle housing. The outside blades are driven by cast-iron gearboxes.
Features include:
The mower is designed to provide exceptional cut quality at higher travel speeds:
Unique baffling system allows grass to stand up before being cut, producing a uniform length and appearance:
Features include:
The mower is designed to provide exceptional cut quality at higher travel speeds:
Unique baffling system allows grass to stand up before being cut, producing a uniform length and appearance:
Maneuverability:
Hydrostatic power steering provides the following benefits:
The steering console offers the following:
Console information/warning lights include the following:
Two-pedal foot control:
Master stop brake (parking brake):
Individual turn-assist brakes:
Differential lock:
The 4WD control lever is standard on 1575, 1580, and 1585; it is a factory-installed option on the 1550 and 1570.
The 4WD control lever:
Electronic cruise control (optional):
The lift-control lever is conveniently located within easy reach of the operator's right hand.
Tilt steering column allows the operator to adjust to the most comfortable position:
A two-speed transaxle shift lever is standard on 1580 and 1585.
TerrainCut™ Front Mowers have an operator-presence system.
To start the engine the following conditions must be met:
In addition, once the engine is running, an interlock automatically shuts the engine and PTO off if the operator leaves the seat. To keep the engine running, the operator must disengage the PTO and set the parking brake before dismounting.
The three-piece steering column provides the following:
Wet-disk brakes are standard equipment:
The differential lock is also included as standard equipment:
The 12-V power outlet can be used to recharge radios and cell phones, popular tools used by commercial cutters.
The outlet is conveniently located under the front of the seat.
TerrainCut Front Mowers comply with ANSI B71.4 2004 safety certification specification.
The ROPS complies with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 1928.51 standard for rollover protection.
Operator comfort enhances productivity. The open station TerrainCut™ Front Mowers can be equipped with three seat options that have features and adjustments to make most any operator comfortable.
Deluxe comfort seat
Other comfort features include:
Two factory-installed seat options are available for extra comfort for long-day productivity.
Engine hood includes large screened area:
Hood latch keeps the hood securely in place, providing an optimum seal:
Designed-in service accessibility helps ensure daily maintenance is completed to keep the machine operating at peak performance.
The hood opens rearward, exposing the following:
The hood can be totally removed, if necessary. The seat flips forward for access to air filter, fuse bank, engine oil dipstick, and front of engine.
Easy-to-turn knobs are provided to release the air conditioning condenser (1575 and 1585 only) and fuel and hydraulic oil coolers so they can be tilted back to permit thorough cleaning between them and the engine coolant radiator.
The panel on the foot platform can be removed for access to the transaxle, PTO shaft, and most linkages.
Easy-to-read daily service decal is located on the bottom of the foot platform panel:
Removal of the foot platform gives convenient access to the driveshaft that powers the mower deck, snow blower and rotary broom:
Hydraulic hoses have reusable O-ring seal (ORS) fittings:
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RFS feature provides access for cleaning and maintenance of the mower decks:
Trailering features are designed-in for convenience:
The revolutionary tubular, high-strength welded steel frame provides durability and allows major components to be located lower in the machine:
Durability features of the frame include:
A Kanzaki® 30-cc transmission is used for reliable operation.
Durability features include the following:
Kanzaki is a trademark of Kanzaki Kokyukoki Manufacturing Company.
Mechanical rear-wheel drive is available as standard equipment (1570, 1575, 1580, 1585) or as a factory-installed option (1550):
Dual 23x8.5-12 drive tires are available for increased hillside stability, flotation, and reduced ground compaction.
In addition, single drive tires may be set in the narrow or wide position to match mowing conditions.
NOTE: These tires are available for the 1550 and 1570 models only.
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.
Maneuverability:
- Turn radius - 13 in. (33 cm)
- Uncut circle - 28 in. (71 cm) with a 72-in. (183-cm) PRO mower deck
- Deck offset for increased trim capability
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.
NOTE: Use only implements and accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
Front mowers and current (model year 2015 and later) implements
TerrainCut™ 1500 Series Front Mowers | |||||||||
Product Configuration | 60-in. (152-cm) Side-Discharge Deck (7-Iron™ PRO) | 72-in. (183-cm) Side-Discharge Deck (7-Iron PRO) | 62-in. (157-cm) Rear-Discharge Mower Deck | 72-in. (183-cm) Rear-Discharge Mower Deck | 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Deck | 60-in. (152-cm) HD Front Blade | 47-in. (119-cm) HD Two-Stage Snow Blower | 60-in. (152-cm) HD Two-Stage Snow Blower | 60-in. (152-cm) Rotary Broom |
1550 Front Mower 2WD | 1* | 2* | 1* | 2* | NA | 0 | 2* | 3* | 1* |
1550 Front Mower 4WD | 0 | 1* | 0 | 1* | NA | 0 | 2* | 2* | 0 |
1570 Front Mower 4WD | 0 | 1* | 0 | 1* | 6* | 0 | 2* | 2* | 0 |
1575 Front Mower | Narrow track + 4 * | Wide track + 5* | Narrow track + 1 wheel weight on each side** + 3 weights* or wide track + 3 weights* | Wide track + 6* | Wide track + 6* | 1* | NA | 6* | Wide track + 1 wheel weight on each side** + 3 weights* |
1580 Front Mower | 0 | 1* | 0 | 1* | 6* | 0 | NA | 2* | 0 |
1585 Front Mower | Narrow track + 4* | Wide track + 5* | Narrow track + 1 wheel weight on each side** + 3 weights* or wide track + 3 weights* | Wide track + 6* | Wide track + 6* | 1* | NA | 6* | Wide track + 1 wheel weight on each side** + 3 weights* |
* 42-lb (19-kg) (UC13263) Quik-Tatch weight (requires TCB10303, rear weight mounting kit). | |||||||||
** 50-lb (23-kg) front wheel weight(s) required (installation requires BM18101, mounting hardware kit). | |||||||||
NA - Not recommended for use on front mower. | |||||||||
NOTE: Ballast requirements may change. Always refer to the implement owner's manual for the appropriate ballast requirements. |
The foldable two-post Roll-Gard ROPS and retractable seat belt are standard equipment.