Z315E vs TimeCutter MAX
Z315E vs TimeCutter MAX compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| Z315E | TimeCutter MAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.8 | 4.0 |
| Performance | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| Build quality | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Reliability | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Value for money | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| Features | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Price | $3,499 | $4,299 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | 20 HP | — |
| Engine | V-twin OHV, air-cooled (Deere 40 EXi) | Kawasaki FR691V V-twin 23 hp gross (most); Kohler KT735 24 hp (60-in. MyRIDE) |
| Displacement | Not published by Deere | 725 to 726 cc V-twin |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear EZT hydrostatic, twin lever control | Dual hydrostatic, Hydro-Gear EZT2200 / ZT2800 |
| Drive | Zero-turn, dual hydrostatic | Zero-turn, rear-wheel drive, lever steering |
| Deck size | 42 in | 50, 54 and 60 in. |
| Deck construction | Accel Deep, 12-gauge steel (0.105 in), side discharge | IronForged fabricated 10-gauge steel, cast-aluminum spindle housings |
| Cutting height | 1.25 to 4.5 in | 1.0 to 5.0 in., foot-operated drop pin |
| Blades | Side-discharge blades; MulchControl kit optional | 3 blades |
| Discharge | Side discharge; mulching and bagging with optional kits | Side discharge |
| Top speed | 7 mph forward, 3.5 mph reverse | 7.0 mph forward |
| Turning radius | Zero | — |
| Front tires | 11x6.0-5 casters | 12x6 (50 and 54-in.), 13x6.5 (60-in.) |
| Rear tires | 18x8.0-8 | 20x11 |
| Weight | 554 lb (no fuel) | 653 to 702 lb |
| Dimensions | Width with deck about 50.4 in; 42-in. deck | — |
| Fuel capacity | 3.0 US gal (11.3 L) | 5 US gal |
| Recommended property size | Up to about 2 acres | Not stated by Toro for MAX (non-MAX 50 and 60-in. are rated up to 4 acres) |
| Battery | 12V, 300 CCA | — |
| Deck lift | Foot pedal | — |
| Fuel tank | Translucent | — |
| Seat | 18 in, spring suspension | 19 in. high-back |
| Maximum towing | 250 lb (with optional hitch) | — |
| Suspension | — | MyRIDE on select models |
| Blade tip speed | — | 18,500 ft/min (60-in.) |
| Frame | — | Tubular steel |
| Verdict | The Z315E is the cheapest Z300 zero-turn, with a 20 hp V-twin and 42-in. deck. It suits yards up to 2 acres with obstacles. Read the full review |
The TimeCutter MAX gives you a wider deck, bigger tank and larger tires than the standard TimeCutter at a modest price increase, which makes it the better value for two… Read the full review |
