John Deere 1585 Commercial Out-Front Mowers
John Deere 1585




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sold in last yearGeneral overview
John Deere 1585 is a front-mount mower for maintaining grassed areas, built around a Yanmar 3-cylinder diesel engine rated at 27 kW (37.4 hp). The model is intended for mowing work where a compact, powered machine with a front-mounted deck is useful, and it uses a hydrostatic transmission for variable travel control.
Key operating features include an independent PTO drive at 2000 RPM and a wet disc clutch. The mower deck is 152.4 cm (5 ft) wide and uses steel construction with hydraulic lift. The cutting height range is 20 to 150 mm, and the deck is available in right-discharge or rear-discharge style.
Year
2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
1,690 mm
~66.5 in
2,160 mm
~85 in
2,200 mm
~86.6 in
1,176 kg
~2,592.6 lb
Engine Power
37.4 hp
Hitch type
Three-point hitch
Overall width
1.93 m
Required HP (PTO)
27.5 kW
Cutting width
1.83 m
Deck thickness, gauge
10 gauge
PTO speed
3,000 rpm
Deck Discharge
Side Discharge or Rear Discharge
Number of Blades
3
Additional specifications
Displacement
100.2 cu(in)
Transmission type
Hydrostatic
Fuel capacity
60.6 L
Rated power
37.4 hp
Manufacturer
Yanmar
Fuel Type
Diesel
Charge System
Alternator, 95 amp
Battery Voltage
12 V
Cold Cranking Amp
480 CCA
Mower deck type
Front-mount
Mower deck size
152.4 cm
Deck Construction
Steel, hydraulic lift
Mower deck style
Right-discharge or rear-discharge
Deck blades number
3
Drive Wheels
Front: 26x12-12 Rear:20x10.00-10
Engine Model
Yanmar 3-cylinder diesel
Height of Cut Range
20 to 150 mm
Electro Magnetic with Brake
Wet disc clutch
PTO Drive
Independent at 2,000 RPM
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John Deere 1585 Commercial Out-Front Mower
37.4 hp
1176 kg
2200 mm × 1690 mm × 2160 mm
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What is the average price of a John Deere 1585?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the John Deere 1585. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the John Deere 1585?
Listed features include a Yanmar 3-cylinder diesel engine rated at 27.9 kW (37.4 hp), hydrostatic transmission, independent PTO at 2000 RPM, and a front-mount steel mower deck with hydraulic lift. Deck options include right-discharge or rear-discharge.
What type of engine does the 1585 use?
The 1585 uses a Yanmar 3-cylinder diesel engine with 100.2 cu in displacement.
How much horsepower does the 1585 have?
The 1585 is rated at 27.9 kW (37.4 hp).
What fuel does the John Deere 1585 use?
The John Deere 1585 uses diesel fuel. Its fuel capacity is 60.6 L (16 US gal).
What jobs is this Mowers best suited for?
The supplied specifications confirm a front-mount mower deck, 152.4 cm (60 in) deck size, hydraulic lift, and right-discharge or rear-discharge deck styles. They do not specify particular job applications or operating environments.
What is the expected lifespan of the 1585?
The supplied data does not provide an expected service-life estimate for the 1585. Condition, maintenance history, operating use, and inspection results are relevant when evaluating a specific machine.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Mowers?
Inspect the mower deck and hydraulic lift, verify deck discharge configuration, and check the hydrostatic transmission, PTO, wet disc clutch, engine, battery, and drive wheels. Review maintenance records and test the machine’s operation before purchase.











