John Deere 1025R: Everything You Need to Know
The John Deere 1025R is a fan-favorite for many reasons. It’s famous for its capability, versatility, and price. The fact that it’s beginner-friendly is just a bonus. Whether you’re a homeowner managing a few acres, a hobby farmer, or a landscaper, the 1025R offers the perfect balance of performance and comfort to help out on all your tasks. Read along to learn how you can put a John Deere 1025R to work!
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Pros and Cons of the John Deere 1025R
Pros
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Comfort and ergonomics: the 1025R is designed for operator comfort during long hours of work.
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Attachment compatibility: options like the AutoConnect mower deck and iMatch Quick-Hitch make for fast and easy attachment swaps.
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4WD and hydrostatic transmission: the 1025R offers a smooth entry point for less experienced operators.
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Powerful hydraulics: the 1025R is surprisingly fast and powerful for its size.
Cons
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Price point: the 1025R comes in at a higher cost than the 1023E.
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Limited PTO: While the 1025R is powerful for its size, it doesn’t offer enough PTO power to run heavier-duty attachments.
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Limited lift capacity: although 758-lbs. is an impressive capacity for a sub-compact tractor, some users find they simply need more power
How Can You Use a 1025R?
We’re not exaggerating when we talk about the 1025R’s versatility. Here are a few examples of how you can put it to work:
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Loader work such as hauling mulch, gravel, or other materials with a front loader bucket
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Garden and food plot prep with a rotary tiller or box blade
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Light grading and driveway repair
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Mowing large lawns or acreage with an AutoConnect mower deck
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Clearing brush with a rotary cutter
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Snow removal with a front blade, snow blower, rear blade, or loader bucket
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Digging and trenching with a backhoe
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Popular Attachments for the John Deere 1025R
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120R Front Loader: powerful lift capacity with easy attachment and removal
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60D AutoConnect Mower Deck: drive-over hookup means hands-free attachment in a matter of seconds
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260B Backhoe: adds digging power to your tractor for drainage, trenching, and other landscaping projects
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Front Blade or Snow Blower: essential for year-round use in snowy conditions
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iMatch Quick-Hitch: simplifies attachment for 3-point implements
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Box Blade or Land Plane: ideal for leveling gravel or soil
Comparing the Specs: 1025R vs. 1023E
Feature
Horsepower
Seat and steering wheel
Mower deck compatibility
Loader compatibility
Price point
Best uses
Lift capacity
Cruise control
Cab
1025R
23.9 HP
Suspension seat, tilt steering wheel
AutoConnect
120R Loader
Higher
Heavy, daily, or year-round use
758 lbs
Standard
Optional
1023E
21.5 HP
Stationary seat and steering wheel
AutoConnect
120R Loader
Lower
Entry-level homeowners
758 lbs
Not available
Not available
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John Deere 1025R at Wright Implement
At Wright Implement, we’re here to put you in the driver’s seat of the best equipment for your needs. For many homeowners, hobby farmers, and landscapers, that’s the John Deere 1025R. Reach out to your local Wright Implement to learn more or schedule a test drive!
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