2025 John Deere R Series Commercial W48R
- Year 2025
- Make John Deere
- Model R Series Commercial
2025 John Deere R Series Commercial W48R
Commercial Walk-Behind Mower48-inch (122-cm) floating mower deck
Powerful 19 hp (14.2 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 and side lower edge provides strength and durability.
- Anti-scalp wheels are double-captured for durability and adjustable to three positions to suit the cut height.
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
FX600V
Engine Power
19 hp 14.2 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
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: 74 in. 188 cm
Width
Deflector down - 62 in. 157 cm Deflector up for storage - 50 in. 127 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: 48 in. 122 cm | Blades Thickness: 0.203 in. 0.516 cm
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
Tank: 5.4 U.S. gal. 20.4 L
Weights
Weight
705 lb 320 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