They Say It's Just A Big Garden Tractor? JD X700 vs 1025r

The John Deere x758 vs the John Deere 1025r. Are subcompact tractors just big garden tractors? Let's take a closer look at comparing the John Deere x758 garden tractor versus the John Deere 1025r subcompact tractor. I'm led to believe the subcompact is far more capable than the x7 Series, but I'll let you decide for yourself.

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[davidr]

Great info, as always. Love the shout out to TTWT channel - that’s what got me hooked on subcompacts in general a few years ago and the 1025R in particular. I also noticed Tony’s Tractor Adventure auto-populated in your YouTube search. Another of my favorites.

[ritterjon]

Lots of great information here! Excellent comparison video. I think there’s a lot of people who don’t understand the huge differences between a garden and a sub-compact tractor. Tim has a fantastic channel.
Keep on tractoring and God bless

[nickr]

I'm happy you posted this, and it's kind of funny I was just debating with someone yesterday who was trying to tell me their X758 was the same exact thing as my 1025R and could do everything the 1025R could do - same size, same engine, same power. I pointed out they weren't even close and was trying to find a direct comparison video.. well now I have one!

[waltermattson]

Very good job on the video. The numbers and Tim’s videos speak for themselves.

[Tom-ejbb]

Your info and energy is amazing! Looking to be able to get a sub compact one day and your information is a great help!!
Thanks!

[danpanderson]

Thanks! I'm actually giving these two consideration. This was very useful!

[groundworxlawncare]

I weighed the options between the two and I went with the x758 with a hard side cab because it was more compact and capable for mowing and snow blowing which is what I primarily do. If I was doing anything else it would be a 1025r for sure

[Kcducttaper]

I'm casually looking to upgrade my John Deere 140 to a modern equivalent and dang near fell out of my seat when I saw the price tag on the x7 series!!! I simply don't understand why that costs more than a 1025r when the 1025r is a significantly better machine. I'd be interested in the x7 series if it were closer to the $8, 000 neighborhood.

[Formulabruce]

I traded my X758 ( after I put a loader on it, and then stopped at the 3PH) for the cost reason of the 3 ph. Bought a 1026R at that time. The only think I disliked was the loader wouldn't dump over a 6 ft fence. Great Video Courtney!

[CodySkidmorenh]

I was the guy who wrote you last week -ish asking about the X758. I get what you said about the value/price point difference between a 1025R & X758. At the same time, I have space restrictions that limits the size of tractor and storage capacity. I have two acres. Only 1/2 acres is mow-able and a pretty large driveway. I lived on this property for almost ten years. In that time I needed a bucket only once. I rented a Bobcat for $250 for three days and got the job done. Have not needed a backhoe yet. If I need one to remove stumps or something, I will just rent it like I did with the Bobcat. I will rarely, if ever use a bucket, backhoe, etc. Storing the tractor outside in 24 inches of snow in the winter + accessories is not for me. I spend a lot on a JD no matter the model and I want all of it garaged to protect it. With all these considerations, the X758 is a better fit.

[delldavis]

I'm a big JD garden tractor fan [ I have 4 of them], but they really don't compare to the sub compact. They are head and shoulders above the Big Box JD lawnmowers. I will say if you don't have room for a sub compact, then maybe the X would work for you, if you can choke down the price!

[stevengardepe]

Wish you were around when I was buying my first jd lawn mower I had to do all my own research and still ended up selling it and getting a 2032r later down the road.

[belindakt]

As usual, i learned more stuff. I believe you Can be classified as an expert in your field! Thanks for the info....

[daveallen]

Good vid... however I would add (as a commercial lawn maintenance contractor) that heavier is not always better when it comes to mowing grass in semi-soft conditions for selective customers. I run a X758 all wheel drive for very hilly properties, and a couple of Ferris zero turns for the rest. That extra 400 lbs. of the sub-compact John Deere is a lot of extra weight in soft conditions.

[stephenrhodesianridgeback]

Great comparison video . If you have large anchorage . Try too buy both in my opinion . We had a 2720 Deere with loader and drive over deck . Excellent machine but became a pain taking deck off deck all the time or tractor tied up mowing when I had stuff too do . Sold 2720 top dollar and bought 40 horse tractor workhorse . Bought a x series garden tractor for mowing only . It worked out better for mowing . Faster and better for around ponds and house and trees etc . Wife’s happy and I happy now . If you have the money and place too put them with large property I recommend this . Best of both worlds . Roll bars are a pain too around trees 👎.

[jggassert]

Almost bought a x758, then realized I would want/need a loader...went with the 1025r instead. After a year and 50 hours, traded in for a TLB model. You never know what the future holds and the ability to do so much more is worth the additional cost.

[robbruggeman]

I recently priced a 1025r with a 60d mower deck and x758 60c mower deck
Here is a few things I found
Even though both had a 60" mower deck, on the 1025r, the 60d mower deck is a must heavier duty deck because it is a 7 iron deck.
I already have a 52" rototiller, on the x758, a category 1 and 540rpm pto is extra
By the time we priced the rear pto and 3 point to the x758 lawn tractor, the price was nearly identical to the 1025r
It became a no brainer, get the 1025r

[DougAlesUSA]

Riding lawnmower, garden tractor, and sub-compact utility tractors are just words.

I have needs to manage and care for my property. I used my applications to find the correct tool for my needs.

In my case, that process resulted in me purchasing a John Deere model 1025R, thats a SCUT, plus seven attachments, and a variety of accessories.

Call it whatever you want, but its the correct tool for me.

[gardentractors]

IMO the 1 series is essentially an evolution of the classic super garden tractors (John Deere 300/400 series, Cub Cadet Super GT’s, Simplicity Powermax, Allis Chalmers 720) which had pretty much every feature of the current 1 series and a few extras like rear SCV’s and turning brakes. You don’t get any of that stuff with a current X7 and you can’t get a OEM loader either which IMO cripples it.

[DavidKallander]

I’ve been watching tons of videos and still having a heck of a time deciding between these two. I currently have a Kubota ZD1011 commercial zero turn mower with a 54” deck that I don’t like and am going to sell. I have 12 acres, 5 of which are field/pasture, and around 4 acres of grass. Mostly flat- some hills but nothing too crazy. The ground is pretty uneven and I have to run the zero turn at around half speed so I’m not rattling my brains. I have a Bobcat 5-ton excavator now and a JD 4066R coming in October (massive delay, obviously), so I don’t really need the optional capabilities. Definitely not the loader or the back hoe. There’s a pond to mow around, the house, and the back patio, but the zero turn doesn’t save that much time. One of the sections of grass has quite a bit of clay and can be a little soupy in the spring- thus the 4x4. I’m looking for comfort, speed, and the ability to haul a 50CF lawn trailer/leaf vacuum with an onboard impeller/vacuum. Which one do I get?!? The 1025R or the X758?!