John Deere 2500B Specifications

Riding Greens Mowers

PrecisionCut/E-Cut

Quality comes full circle.

We take your greens as
seriously as you do.

Nowhere on your course gets more scrutiny than your greens.

Which is why we offer so many features to help you achieve

quality results. Like patented offset cutting units to prevent

“triplex ring.” New Quick Adjust cutting units to make it easy

to set to the perfect cut height. E-Cut Hybrid technology to

virtually eliminate the possibility of a hydraulic leak. And a

support organization that’s there for you every morning you’re

out on the course.

With offset cutting units, the oper­ator can eliminate “triplex ring” just
by alternating the direction of the
clean-up cut (clockwise or counter­clockwise) every day.

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2500B

PrecisionCut

2500E

E-Cut Hybrid

Putting power
in its proper place:
the 2500E E-Cut Hybrid.

It’s about advanced technology. And common
sense. The 2500E E-Cut Hybrid is a hybrid
mower that puts power in all the right places.
With a choice of a gas or diesel engine, the
2500E E-Cut Hybrid powers the reels using a
belt-driven alternator. By removing all the
hydraulics from the cutting units, we’ve elimi­nated 102 potential leak points. And since
90 percent of all hydraulic leaks occur in and
around the reels, the possibility of a leak is
extremely remote.

2500E

E-Cut Hybrid

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Three perfect cuts: grass, fuel and noise.

The 2500E E-Cut Hybrid reduces fuel usage and sound levels, without compromising
cut quality. An alternator keeps the reels going at an ideal speed—while the engine
stays at a reduced throttle. And unlike a battery, which drains over time, the 2500E
E-Cut Hybrid’s alternator stays at a constant power level, delivering the same quality
of cut on the first green as it does on the eighteenth.

THE 2500E E-CUT HYBRID

SYSTEM ALLOWS FOR

THE REELS TO MAINTAIN

2200 RPM WHILE THE

ENGINE RUNS AT LOWER

RPMS, THUS REDUCING

SOUND LEVELS AND

FUEL CONSUMPTION.

102 HYDRAULIC LEAK
POINTS HAVE BEEN
ELIMINATED ON THE 2500E
E-CUT HYBRID, SINCE ALL
THE HYDRAULICS HAVE BEEN
REMOVED FROM THE CUT­TING UNIT DRIVE CIRCUIT.

THE 2500E E-CUT HYBRID
ELECTRIC BRUSHLESS
REEL MOTORS REQUIRE
LITTLE OR NO MAINTE­NANCE AND ARE INTER­NALLY FILLED WITH
EPOXY FOR MAXIMUM
SEALING.

ON BOARD DIAGNOSTICS

By simply looking at LED lights for proper inputs
and outputs on our white box controller, techni­cians can quickly analyze the electrical system.

ALTERNATOR

Better than a battery: an alternator powers the
reels on the 2500E E-Cut Hybrid, for consistent
power all day long.

A comfortable ride.

Both the 2500B PrecisionCut and the 2500E E-Cut Hybrid
are operator delights. The operator station provides an
excellent view of all the cutting units. A convenient cup
holder is located in the console. And a storage compart­ment located below the control arm can be used for
clothes, tools or small drink holders.

USING AN ACCESSIBLE FOOT

CONTROL, THE OPERATOR CAN

EASILY ADJUST THE 5-POSITION

TILT STEERING COLUMN.

Cutting unit

The 22-in. standard cutting units
are available with either an 11-blade
greens reel or a 7-blade heavy sec­tion reel.

SEAT IS POSITIONED TO
HANDLE SMALL TO LARGE
OPERATORS WITH A WIDE
RANGE OF ADJUSTMENT.

Foot contols

The forward and reverse foot pedals
are easy to identify, with the for­ward pedal larger than the reverse.

THE HANGER ON THE FRONT OF THE GRASS
CATCHERS HELPS TRANSFER 2/3 OF THE
CLIPPING WEIGHT AWAY FROM THE CUTTING

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UNITS AND ONTO THE LIFT ARMS TO MAINTAIN
A CONSISTENT HEIGHT OF CUT.

THERE ARE THREE TIRE OPTIONS FOR BOTH
THE 2500B PRECISIONCUT AND 2500E E-CUT
HYBRID. TWO SETS OF SMOOTH TIRES, AND
TURF TIRES FOR ADDITIONAL TRACTION IN
MORE DIFFICULT AREAS.

Greens Tender™ Conditioner

The Greens Tender Conditioner is avail­able as an attachment for even finer
grooming. It stands grass up for an
even, clean cut.

2500B

PrecisionCut

Light on the green,
precise on the cut.

Leave behind a great cut and nothing else.

That’s the theory behind our riding greens

mowers. Both the 2500B PrecisionCut and

2500E E-Cut Hybrid are extremely light on

their feet, with the lowest psi in the industry.

Thanks to a high-strength tubular steel frame,

our riding mowers carry less weight while actually

being stronger than frames that weigh much

more. Low-profile tires also help keep the weight

off. They have a wide footprint, thus minimizing

ground pressure.

The cutting units on both units are offset to

the left-hand side of the machine. Not only does

Exceptional parts support.

Behind every John Deere product is a parts support network to
get you the high-quality part you need fast. If your distributor
does not have a part in stock, in most cases you can order it by
5 p.m., and have it the next day. Or even order parts online at
www.JDParts.JohnDeere.com.

this provide good visibility to the center cutting

unit, the offset design also allows the operator

to alternate the cleanup cut each day. This allows

the turf an extra day to recover, eliminating

“triplex ring” on the green.

Using our new reels is
the easiest adjustment
you’ll ever make.

The reels on all our greens mowers make all
adjustments quick and easy. Thanks to a
revolutionary Speed Link system that makes
it possible to adjust height of cut to both sides
of the cutting unit in no time. A linking bar
connects both sides of the rear roller to a
high reduction ratio worm gear, allowing
one-thousandth-of-an-inch adjustments to be
made to both sides of the roller simultaneously
just by using a power drill (or 16 mm wrench).
A simple, precise notch-based system is used
for cut bedknife-to-reel adjustment. And the
reel bedknife shoe eccentric can be rotated to
shift the bedknife closer to a worn reel—so
every reel can work longer before replacement.
So in almost every way possible, these reels set
a new standard. All because we designed them
the way you told us to.

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Reel options.

Rear roller power brush

Prevents accumulation of grass
clippings and other debris on
the rear roller, maintaining a
consistently effective height of cut.

Greens Tender™ Conditioner

Slices stolons, controls grain, and
delivers a truer playing surface and
consistently effective height of cut.
Gear-driven for durability and
consistent cutting.

Rollers

Add a smooth roller during seasonal
or regional conditions where the
greens may be wet, soft or stressed.
Or pick a machined grooved roller
with continuous grooves for good
cut quality and a more aggressive cut.

Weight-transferring
grass catchers

New grass catchers transfer the
weight of the grass clippings away
from the cutting unit to maintain
height of cut.

Verticutter

New carbide-tipped verticutter is
ideal for dethatching, slicing rhi­zomes and stolons, and promoting
more vigorous turf density on play­ing surfaces. Counter-weighted for
consistent performance. Maximum
depth penetration 0.125 in. (3.1 mm).

Specifications

2500B PrecisionCut - Gas 2500B PrecisionCut - Diesel 2500E E-Cut Hybrid - Gas 2500E E-Cut Hybrid - Diesel

Engine

Type 2-cylinder, Kawasaki FD 620D, V-Twin,

OHV 4-cycle Gas

Maximum rated horsepower 19.9 hp (14.8 kW) per SAE J1995* 19.6 hp (14.6 kW) per SAE J1995 @ 3,000 rpm* 19.9 hp (14.8 kW) per SAE J1995* 19.6 hp (14.6 kW) per SAE J1995 @ 3,000 rpm*

Air cleaner Semi-cyclone, dry-type, dual-stage Semi-cyclone, dry-type, dual-stage Semi-cyclone, dry-type, dual-stage Semi-cyclone, dry-type, dual-stage

Cooling system Liquid Liquid Liquid Liquid

Oil fi lter Full-fl ow fi lter Full-fl ow fi lter Full-fl ow fi lter Full-fl ow fi lter

Engine oil capacity 2.0 US qt. (1.7 L) w/fi lter 3.1 US qt. (2.6 L) w/fi lter 2 US qt. (1.7 L) 3.1 US qt. (2.6 L) w/fi lter

Pressurized lubrication system Standard Standard Standard Standard

Displacement 585 cc 784 cc 585 cc 784 cc

Engine certifi cation Meets 2008 CARB and EPA Yanmar engine meets EPA Tier 2,

Electrical System

Charging system Flywheel, alternator Flywheel, alternator Flywheel, alternator Flywheel, alternator

Alternator capacity 16 amp 20 amp 16 amp 20 amp

Ignition CDI – CDI –

Battery type 12-volt, BCI group 40 maintenance-free 12-volt, BCI group 40 maintenance-free 12-volt, BCI group 40 maintenance-free 12-volt, BCI group 40 maintenance-free

Starter Electric (solenoid shift) Electric (solenoid shift) Electric (solenoid shift) Electric (solenoid shift)

3-cylinder, Yanmar IDI Diesel (TNV70-XJGM) 2-cylinder, Kawasaki FD 620D Gas 3-cylinder, Yanmar IDI Diesel (TNV70-XJGM)

Interim Tier 4, and Tier 4

Meets 2008 CARB and EPA Yanmar engine meets EPA Tier 2,

Interim Tier 4, and Tier 4

Vehicle

Drive wheels Front Front Front Front

Traction drive Hydrostatic, 2-pedal control Hydrostatic, 2-pedal control Hydrostatic, 2-pedal control Hydrostatic, 2-pedal control

Reel drive Hydraulic Hydraulic Electric Electric

Pump 3-section gear 3-section gear Alternator, 48 volt/90 amp Alternator, 48 volt/90 amp

Reel control valves Electro-hydraulic, one valve reel on-off

and one valve raise-lower

Filtration 10 micron 10 micron 10 micron 10 micron

Electrical and Safety System

Diagnostics On-board diagnostics with White Box

Controller and (SOS) Sit on Seat Diagnostics

Safety interlocks Operator presence switch (in seat),

backlap switch, mow/transport switch,
park brake set switch

Weights

Weight (full fl uids, no operator or fuel) 1,233 lb. (559.2 kg) 1,405 lb. (637.3 kg) 1,281 lb. (581 kg) 1,405 lb. (637.3 kg)

Height 77 in. (195.6 cm) w/ROPS 77 in. (195.6 cm) w/ROPS 77 in. (195.6 cm) w/ROPS 77 in. (195.6 cm) w/ROPS

* Engine hp is provided by engine mfr. for comparison purposes only. Actual operating hp will be less.

Electro-hydraulic, one valve reel on-off
and one valve raise-lower

On-board diagnostics with White Box
Controller and (SOS) Sit on Seat Diagnostics

Operator presence switch (in seat),
backlap switch, mow/transport switch,
park brake set switch

N/A N/A

On-board diagnostics with White Box
Controller and (SOS) Sit on Seat Diagnostics

Operator presence switch (in seat),
backlap switch, mow/transport switch,
park brake set switch

On-board diagnostics with White Box
Controller and (SOS) Sit on Seat Diagnostics

Operator presence switch (in seat),
backlap switch, mow/transport switch,
park brake set switch

Standard on all models

Vehicle

Front/rear wheels and tires 18x10.5-10, 2-ply, smooth (low compaction);

Brakes Single-pedal, 2-wheel disc brakes

Type Dual, 6 in. (15.2 cm)

Mowing speed 0 to 4 mph (0 to 6.4 km/hr), adjustable mow stop

Transport speed 0 to 8.5 mph (0 to 13.7 km/hr)

Reverse speed 0 to 3 mph (0 to 4.8 km/hr)

Ground clearance with catcher 4 in. (10.2 cm)

Fuel tank capacity 7.9 US gal. (29.9 L) in a single tank

Muffl er Horizontal discharge below frame

Hydrostatic drive system capacity 7.6 US gal. (28.8 L)

Hydraulic reservoir capacity (only) 5.4 US gal. (20.4 L)

20x10-10, 2-ply, smooth; or 20x10-10, 2-ply, turf

2500B – Gas 2500B – Diesel 2500E – Gas 2500E – Diesel

Sound Levels at Operator Ear

Full engine rpm, GTCs and
power brushes, reels engaged

Reduced engine rpm (2,250) with
GTC and power brush attachments

Reduced engine rpm (2,250)
with 11/7 blade cutting units,
no attachments

Measuring standard ISO 11201 ISO 11201 ISO 11201 ISO 11201

85 dB(A) 87 dB(A) 83 db(A) 87 db(A)

N/A N/A 83 db(A) 83 db(A)

N/A N/A 79 db(A) 79 db(A)

Cutting units on all models:

Instrumentation

Engine oil pressure LED warning light

Alternator LED warning light

Hydraulic oil temperature LED warning light

Engine coolant temperature LED warning light

Hourmeter Digital

Operator Controls

Steering Hydrostatic, adjustable steering column

Reel drive and reel lift Right-hand operated (optional foot-lift controls)

Throttle Right hand

Park brake Right foot

Forward Right foot

Reverse Right foot

Ignition Key start and shutoff

Glow plug switch and indicator light Automatic, on instrument panel on diesel models

Dimensions

Wheelbase 51.0 in. (129.5 cm)

Tread width 40.0 in. (101.5 cm)

Mowing position width 62.0 in. (157.5 cm)

Turning radius, uncut circle 18 in. (45.7 cm)

Certifi cation

Number ANSI B71.4-2004

ROPS 2-post SAE J21294 Roll Over Protection Structure

with seat belts meets pending ISO 21299 standards

Options:

Light kit
Dew whip holder bracket
Greens mower convenience kit
Rear roller power brush
Greens Tender
Verticutter
Rollers

™

Conditioner

Number

Size

Backlapping

Clip frequency

Front rollers

Reel diameter

Bedknife
adjustment

Height of cut

Number of blades

Mower lift

Reel speed

3, patented offset design

Quick Adjust QA5 22-in. (55.9 cm)
fl oating

Standard on-board micro-back­lapping and reel speed control

0.045 in./mph (0.71 mm/km/hr)
with 11-blade reel; 0.072 in./mph
(1.14 mm/km/hr) with 7-blade reel

Optional 2 in. (5.1 cm)
smooth, grooved or spiral

5 in. (12.7 cm)

Bedknife-to-reel

5/64 to 3/4 in. (2.0 to 19.0 mm)
with 2-in. (5.1 cm) front roller; or
5/8 to 1.25 in. (16 mm to 32 mm)
with 3-in. (7.6 cm) front roller

7 or 11 blades

(1) Cylinder for front two units;
(1) cylinder for rear unit

Adjustable

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