The NEW John Deere 1025r vs 2025r Feature Review

Find out the differences between the redesigned John Deere 1025r vs 2025r tractors offered by John Deere. These models were redesigned in 2018 with the most significant changes coming to the John Deere 2025r. It was a long overdue update and it has become a spectacular machine making the choice between a 1 Series and 2 Series all the more difficult. If you're in the marker for a used tractor, then be sure to check out our other tractor comparison videos including the old style 1025r vs 2025r, 1023e vs 1025r, 1025r vs 1026r, and many others.

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[jlsmed]

Very nicely done. Thank you for the great job describing their differences. I haven’t found anywhere online that shows all the things you did!

[atcpilotlife]

Thank you! I’ve been waiting for a video like this to pop up for a while. 👍

[joelnickerson]

I like my 1025R because of the lower center of gravity. I mow a lawn that has a slope that makes me want to lean into and a taller tractor would probably be very unstable. I'm on the edge with the 1025R. The difference in price also made my decision for me too. Like them both but I love my tractor. I would like some front forks someday.

[kavemanthewoodbutcher]

I just bought one of these a few days ago, got a super sweet deal on the tractor and a pile of attachments. Looking forward to a lot of work.

[skipduld]

TKS FOR THE ADVINCE AND GOOD LUCK BE CARFUL OUT THERE.

[Formulabruce]

O)H, you ARE Teasing Tim now!! hehe. Great Vid as usual ...

[justinshaw]

I do wish that my dealer would have brought up the 2025r when i was buying my tractor. For the price difference I probably would have got the 2025r vs the 1025r. Still, extremely happy with the 1025r especially after upgrading my seat springs! Great comparison video

[rka]

Definitely leaning towards the 2025R. Thanks for another great video.

[troyeager]

I like how you are letting TTWT use your equipment for comparison. I'm looking at 1025r and bx2380 with front loaders. I do not want belly deck. Maybe 4 foot brush cutter.

[davidcarleton]

On the rear 3 point difference is the 1025 is "limited" due to lift height. Have a 2305 which is also limited. Can handle most implements, just doesn't lift as high. My rear blade only goes up 6 or so inches when properly leveled on install. Can catch the lawn when going down the curb. Other possible issue could be with a post hold digger.

On the b'hoe, great attachment! Well built with no weak points. Easy to put on and remove. Just have to remember that you are talking a sub compact tractor. Small bucket and just 25 HP. Takes time but I have removed up to twin tree stumps.

[danielsharon]

Would've loved to see a test of the diff. in turning radius/maneuverability bet. the two.

[JohnnyRebKy]

The advantage to the 1025R being shorter with the small tires is the thing is like a damn billy goat. I have put mine into places I wouldn't DARE put a taller tractor into. The center of gravity is set low and just perfectly to crawl around on hillsides and such ( I live in Kentucky). Without having the loader full of something to cause weight shift its nearly impossible to roll over the 1025. It sticks to the ground like glue. If you got a hilly place to mow or bush hog the 1025R is the SAFER tractor. I know for a fact I would roll over the taller 2 series on certain spots on my property that I easily crawl across on the 1 series. I even parked it one time on a very steep slope and tried to rock it back and forth to see if I could get the tires off the happen. That damn thing just sticks to the ground like a sports car. Gotta remember guys that with the taller height comes the easy rollover because the 2 series doesn't make up for it in width. Bigger farm tractors compensate their height by having a wide stance. The 2 series is just a taller 1025R without much width added to stabilize it. I would seriously consider that before buying if you plan on using it on rough terrain, steep hills, ect. SECOND.... You guys considering a 1025R and actually want to use it as a TRACTOR and not a glorified lawn the industrial tread tires right from the start. Throw on some Carlisle True Power tires with the big farm tractor lugs on them. The industrial type tires dont grip worth a damn. The farm style lug tires will dig to china. Even with wheel weights, fluid in tires, ballast box, industrial tires will only dig in so much before they spin out. Switching to real farm tractor tread tires makes a HUGE difference in plowing and digging into the ground getting a big scoop with the loader. And despite what most people think....ive never had a problem with them tearing up the lawn just passing through or making turns.

[jimbo]

Hey Good Works Tractors. I just finished watching this comparison video and quite honestly, when speaking about John Deere, I think the 2025R is a better Tractor overall compared yo the 1025R!!! To be honest, I'd much rather see Tractor Time with Tim (who I watch all the time) get that 2025R as I think, for his little business, it woukd be a better Tractor for him (just my opinion tho)!!!

[clintbowen]

Hoping you can answer a couple of questions for me. The 2025r has about 6 more inches of wheelbase, does this show up in legroom? I'm 6'1", wondering how each might fit. My dealer doesn't have either in stock right now. 2nd question re the seat flip for the backhoe, can the yellow seat be set forward enough to use both at the same time?

[nepxrxs]

Hi That one with back hold still valuable and how much is it ?

[toddarnold]

I got an old john deere 4110 I'm looking for something newer at least comparable or better then that what would be ur recommendation

[jimbo]

I have a question about these redesigned 1025R & 2025R Tractors. Did they ever put in a better valve for the FEL to allow you to lift arms & curl bucket at the same time??? I know older models don't have that!!!

[pcguysoffgridcabin]

So how hard is it to switch between a backhoe and a 3 point?

[brucegify]

Is the 220 loader an option for the 2025R?
I bought the 2032R for the lift capacity.

[kengalaska]

Will John Deere be coming out with a new model change in
2020 for the 1025R? Not sure how often they make a model change.