John Deere Z960R Transmission Speed & Gears

Quick answer:

The John Deere Z960R transmission listing shows 24F/24R gears. Top travel speed is 12 mph forward and 6 mph reverse. Transmission options include PowerShift and hydrostatic.

Forward/reverse gears24F/24R
Forward speed19.3 km/h
Reverse speed9.7 km/h
Transmission optionsPowerShift, hydrostatic

John Deere Z960R Transmission Specs

Forward/reverse gears 24F/24R
Top forward speed 12 mph
Top reverse speed 6 mph
Transmission options PowerShift, hydrostatic
Transmission type PowerShift

Transmission Speed Comparison Chart

Top forward speed comparison

This model

12 mph

Average

17.9 mph

Low

1.6 mph

High

31.1 mph

Top reverse speed comparison

This model

6 mph

Average

11.4 mph

Low

1.7 mph

High

31.1 mph

John Deere Z960R Extra Transmission Notes

Speed note The John Deere Z960R transmission speed listing gives 12 mph forward and 6 mph reverse. Reverse speed is noticeably lower than forward speed, which is common on many tractor transmissions
Options note The John Deere Z960R transmission-options field shows PowerShift, hydrostatic. That gives buyers a few transmission-package possibilities to check before comparing two used tractors
Official information note

Mistakes do happen. Transmission specs can change by year, trim, region, tire size and option package. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information.