2025 John Deere R Series Commercial W36R
- Year 2025
- Make John Deere
- Model R Series Commercial
2025 John Deere R Series Commercial W36R
Commercial Walk-Behind Mower36-inch (91-cm) floating mower deck
Powerful 15.5 hp (11.6 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 gives strength and durability
- Deep-deck design for superior capacity
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
FX481V
Engine Power
15.5 hp (11.6 kW)
Rated Engine Speed
At 3600 rpm
Cylinder Liners
V-twin
Displacement
36.8 cu in. (603 cc)
Lubrication
Full pressure
Cooling
Air cooled
Air Cleaner
Heavy-duty air cleaner
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
Drive System
Blade: V-Belt
Brakes
Brake System Type
Dynamic braking with hand controls, hand lever to set parking brake
Wheels & Tires
Wheels
Drive wheels: 18x6.5-8
Wheels, Caster Specifications
9x3.5-4 semi-pneumatic
Electric
Electrical
Ignition: Electronic spark | Hour meter: Standard, digital | Operator presence starting: PTO off, park brake engaged, speed lever in neutral
Operational
Operating Speed
3,600 rpm | 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: 76.4 in. (194 cm) | Blade: 18 in. (45.7 cm)
Width
Deflector down - 50 in. (127 cm) Deflector up for storage - 40 in. (102 cm)
Height
44.8 in. (114 cm) | Cutting: 1.5-4.5 in. (3.8-11.4 cm) / 36 in. (91.4 cm)
Dimensions
Mower deck size: 36 in. (91.4 cm) | Blades Thickness: 0.25 in. (0.64 cm)
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
Tank: 5.4 U.S. gal. (20.4 L)
Weights
Weight
655 lb (297 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
Features
Blades: Two high-lift
Warranty
Warranty
36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first: First 24 months, no hour limitation