2025 John Deere R Series Commercial W61R
- Year 2025
 - Make John Deere
 - Model R Series Commercial
 
2025 John Deere R Series Commercial W61R
Commercial Walk-Behind Mower61-inch (155-cm) floating mower deck
Powerful 23.5 hp (17.5 kW) V-twin engine
Self-propelled hydrostatic drive system
Easy-to-use controls for operator comfort and convenience
Features may include:
- V-twin engine delivers smooth operation and plenty of power
 
- Powered by an air-cooled, vertical-shaft engine:
 
- 15.5 hp (11.6 kW) FX481V - W36R
 
- 19.0 hp (14.2 kW) FX600V - W48R, W52R
 
- 23.5 hp (17.5 kW) FX730V - W61R
 
- 36.8 cu in. (603 cc) - W36R, W48R, W52R
 
- 44.3 cu in. (726 cc) - W61R
 
- Electric start with a large 300 cold-cranking amp (CCA) battery for fast, convenient starts
 
- V-twin design for smooth operation and fast starts
 
- Consistently strong torque at low- or high-speed operation
 
- Aluminum engine block with cast-iron cylinder liners
 
- Effectively dissipates heat
 
- Lightweight and strong construction
 
- Overhead valve design
 
- More horsepower and torque per cubic inch of displacement
 
- Better fuel efficiency
 
- Less oil consumption
 
- Cooler operating temperature
 
- Full-pressure lubrication with full-flow filter
 
- Reduces engine wear by ensuring proper lubrication, even when operating on hillsides or uneven terrain
 
- Helps keep oil clean for increased engine life
 
- Heavy-duty canister air cleaner for extended engine life and efficient operation
 
- Single-element air filter (W36R, W48R, W51R) or dual-element air filter (W61R)
 
- Rotating grass chopper screen
 
- Cylinder-head cooling-fin cleanout ports to ease maintenance
 
- Complies with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emission standards
 
- Large, 5.4-gal. (20.4-L) top draw fuel tank is easy to fill with large filler opening in an easy-to-reach location.
 
- Fuel pump for dependable, consistent operation
 
- Top-draw system to reduce the chance for fuel leakage
 
- A replaceable in-line fuel filter for trouble-free operation
 
- A powerful, 300-CCA battery is secured and protected from damage in an easy-to-access location.
 
- John Deere commercial mower decks have always demonstrated quality, performance, and durability. Each commercial walk-behind mower is equipped with a high-quality fabricated mower deck:
 
- 10-gauge, 0.135-in. (3.42-mm) fabricated steel deck top with added 10-gauge, 0.135-in. (3.42-mm) spindle mounting plate
 
- 7-gauge, 0.19-in. (4.8-mm) side skirts with reinforcement bar
 
- The fabricated, floating mower deck delivers an extremely high-quality cut in diverse conditions:
 
- Floating suspension enables the best possible cut.
 
- Reinforced front lower edge provides strength and durability.
 
- Four mower front wheels are double-captured for durability and adjustable to three positions to suit the cut height.
 
Engine
							Engine Manufacturer
							FX730V
						
						
							Engine Power
							23.5 hp 17.5 kW
						
						
							Rated Engine Speed
							At 3600 rpm
						
						
							Cylinder Liners
							V-twin
						
						
							Displacement
							44.3 cu in. 726 cc
						
						
							Lubrication
							Full pressure
						
						
							Cooling
							Air cooled
						
						
							Air Cleaner
							Heavy-duty canister type with safety element
						
						
							Starter
							Electric start
						
						
							Ignition
							Electronic spark
						
						Fuel System
							Fuel Type
							Gasoline | Pump: Vacuum-operated diaphragm | Delivery system: Carburetor
						
						
							Fuel System
							Top draw
						
						PTO
							PTO Type
							PTO off, park brake engaged, speed lever in neutral | Drive: V-belt
						
						Drivetrain
							Transmission
							Two Hydro-Gear, 0.73-cu in. (10-cc) hydraulic pumps and Danfoss 12 cu-in. (197-cc) wheel motors and ergonomic handles with spring loaded neutral lock
						
						Brakes
							Brake System Type
							Dynamic braking with hand controls, hand lever to set parking brake | Park brake: Tire engagement | Park brake actuation: Hand lever
						
						Wheels & Tires
							Wheels
							Front anti-scalp rollers: Single left, double-captured center | Drive wheels: 18x8.5-8
						
						
							Wheels, Caster Specifications
							9x3.5-4 semi-pneumatic | No-flat semi-pneumatic with sealed bearings
						
						
							Front Wheel
							LH, RH, Center
						
						
							Rear Wheel
							LH, RH, Center
						
						
							Tires, Rear Specification
							26x12-12 square shoulder 4-ply turf | Load rating: 4 PR
						
						Battery
							Battery
							12 V
						
						Electric
							Electrical
							Cold cranking amp: 300 amp | Hour meter: Standard, digital
						
						Operational
							Operating Speed
							Speed range: Forward, 0-7.5 mph 0-12.1 km/h Reverse, 0-3 mph 0-4.8 km/h | Blade tip speed Approximately 18,000 fpm 5,486 m/min
						
						Hydraulics
							Oil Filter
							Standard
						
						Dimensions
							Length
							with deck: 83 in. 211 cm
						
						
							Width
							Deflector down - 75 in. 191 cm Deflector up for storage - 65 in. 165 cm
						
						
							Height
							44.8 in. 114 cm | Cutting: 1.5-4.5 in. 3.8-11.4 cm 61 in. 155 cm
						
						
							Dimensions
							Mower deck size: 61 in. 155 cm | Blades Thickness: 0.203 in. 0.516 cm
						
						Capacities
							Fuel Capacity
							Tank: 5.4 U.S. gal. 20.4 L
						
						
							Features
							Crankcase: With filter, 2.2 U.S. qt	
						
						Weights
							Weight
							785 lb 356 kg
						
						Features
							Construction Material, Deck
							Material 10-gauge, 0.14-in. (3.42-mm) fabricated steel deck top with added 10-gauge, 0.14-in. (3.42-mm) spindle mounting plate, 7-gauge, 0.19-in. (4.8-mm) side skirts with reinforcement bar
						
						Warranty
							Warranty
							36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first: First 24 months, no hour limitation