

The John Deere 1905, five gang wide area reel mower, has a total cutting width of 345cm (136in) at working speeds of up to 8mph.
Designed primarily for golf & amenity turf applications, this four wheel drive mower features a Yanmar 51hp (gross) four cylinder diesel engine, hydrostatic transmission, CommandARM armrest controls and optional 4WD.
Initial production models are being fitted as standard with 76cm (30in) extra strength and precision (ESP) cutting reels, which are particularly popular with golf course users looking for higher productivity.
Luxury Cab
In addition to the standard ROPS (Roll Over Protection Structure), the 1905 is also available with a luxury cab:
The productivity of the 1505/1515 Comfort Mowers starts with a powerful engine that performs in any application.
| Engine | |
| Type | Diesel direct injection |
| Model | |
| Emission | Stage IIIA – transition Engine |
| Cylinder | 4 |
| Maximum power 97/68 EC | 35.8 kW (48 hp) |
| Rated power ECE R24 | 32.1 kW (43 hp) |
| Maximum rpm | 2600 |
| Displacement | 2190 cc (133.6 cu in.) |
| Maximum torque | Dual-stage with restriction indicator |
| Air cleaner | |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Lubrication | |
| Fuel capacity | 50 L (13.2 U.S. gal.) |
| Average fuel consumption (mowing condition) (L/h) | 5,9 |
Comfort Mower
Key features include:
Cooling package:
Rear-mounted radiator
Four pumps directly in line with the engine output shaft-mounted pumps provide power to the drive and the mowing circuit.
Key advantages include:
Weight transfer adjustment knob
The 1905 comes standard with four-wheel drive (4WD), differential lock, weight transfer system, and two speed ranges.
Key advantages include:
Up to 25 km/h driving on-road capability
Independent hydraulic motors on every wheel
Internal wet disk brakes are maintenance and service free.
Differential lock is standard on the 1505 and the 1515. The differential lock locks the two front drive wheels together to provide extra traction. A comfortable electrical pedal switch is located on the left operator station. It is operated with the left foot while the right foot maintains speed and the hands stay on the steering wheel.
Wet-disk brakes/differential lock
Differential lock
Operator comfort is the main feature of the 1905 design.
Easy-to-operate controls
Advantages include:
High-comfort air ride seat
Full view of the cutting units
Tilt steering column
Hydrostatic power steering
CommandARM armrest
Controls for ergonomic operation
*Cross cut is a function that lifts all cutting units together in the horizontal position – just high enough for turning. The cross-cut function improves ease of operation and productivity.
The reel speed lever allows adjustment of the reel speed according to the mowing condition to provide the best cutting performance. It also enables a backlapping function for resharpening the reels on the machine. The backlap function may help to remove obstacles from the cutting unit.
Reel speed lever
The open station version standard comes with ROPS.
Open station version with ROPS
A factory-installed cab is an available option.
Advantages include:
Spacious cab
The 1905 comes with optional work or road lights. The rear lights are integrated in the frame and well-protected against any damage.
The road light kit includes:
Road light kit
The work light kit includes:
Front lights integrated in the frame
Serviceability makes daily maintenance easy, keeping the machine at peak performance.
The rotate-for-service front cutting units support cleaning and service of the front cutting units while providing access to the center unit.
The hood opens forward to provide excellent access to the engine, electric, and cooling components. The open hood also exposes:
Forward open hood for easy access and cleaning
The lower part of the hood exposes the hydraulic cooler for easy service.
White box diagnostics
The white box diagnostics are located on the operator station. They control the electrical system. A simple but effective system shows the operator when an electrical problem occurs and in what circuit. The location next to the operator seat makes the white box easy to use while sitting on the machine.
Dual air filter and fuses
Dual air filter element, dry type, replaceable for clean engine air and long engine life. An air restriction indicator lets the operator know when it is time for service.