Z315E vs TimeCutter
Z315E vs TimeCutter compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| Z315E | TimeCutter | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Performance | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| Build quality | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Reliability | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Value for money | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| Features | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Price | $3,499 | $4,499 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | 20 HP | — |
| Engine | V-twin OHV, air-cooled (Deere 40 EXi) | Kohler 22 hp / Kawasaki 23 hp V-twin (42-in.); Kawasaki 23 hp or Toro 24.5 hp (50 and 60-in.), gross |
| Displacement | Not published by Deere | 708 to 726 cc V-twin |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Hydro-Gear EZT hydrostatic, twin lever control | Dual hydrostatic, Hydro-Gear ZT2100 / ZT2200 |
| Drive | Zero-turn, dual hydrostatic | Zero-turn, rear-wheel drive, lever steering |
| Deck size | 42 in | 42 in. current; 50 and 60 in. on older models |
| Deck construction | Accel Deep, 12-gauge steel (0.105 in), side discharge | IronForged fabricated 10-gauge steel |
| Cutting height | 1.25 to 4.5 in | 1.5 to 4.5 in., foot-operated |
| Blades | Side-discharge blades; MulchControl kit optional | 2 blades (42-in.), 3 blades (50-in.) |
| 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 | 11x4 (42-in.) / 11x5.5 (50-in.) |
| Rear tires | 18x8.0-8 | 18x7.5 (42-in.) / 18x9.5 (50-in.) |
| Weight | 554 lb (no fuel) | 568 to 662 lb depending on model |
| Dimensions | Width with deck about 50.4 in; 42-in. deck | — |
| Fuel capacity | 3.0 US gal (11.3 L) | 3 US gal |
| Recommended property size | Up to about 2 acres | Toro: up to 2 acres (42-in.), up to 4 acres (50 and 60-in.) |
| Battery | 12V, 300 CCA | — |
| Deck lift | Foot pedal | — |
| Fuel tank | Translucent | — |
| Seat | 18 in, spring suspension | — |
| Maximum towing | 250 lb (with optional hitch) | — |
| Suspension | — | MyRIDE on 42-in. and select 50-in. models |
| Smart Speed | — | Keeps blade tip speed steady |
| Blade tip speed | — | 17,810 ft/min (42-in.) |
| Start | — | Electric |
| 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 is a sensible first zero-turn for lots under about two acres, with a tough fabricated deck and suspension. Its small tank and tires are the trade-off against the… Read the full review |
