John Deere 1565 vs John Deere Z960A

Verdict: John Deere 1565 vs John Deere Z960A

The John Deere 1565 and the John Deere Z960A are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 1565 leads on rated power with 36 hp against 34 hp. John Deere Z960A is the lighter machine (657 kg vs 858 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 1565 holds more fuel (60.6 L vs 43.5 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere Z960A is the newer design (2010 vs 2002). In short: choose the John Deere 1565 for outright pulling power, or the John Deere Z960A if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.