Single Point Hydraulic Connector; Deere 1023e/1025r/2025r
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Overview
This video documents the full installation of John Deere's single-point hydraulic coupler kit on the 1025R, opening with a direct comparison to the Kubota BX equivalent, calling out the $800-plus price difference but noting the Deere unit's superior build quality and Faster-brand hardware. It walks through each installation step, flags a real gotcha about hose protectors the instructions omit, and closes with an honest assessment of who actually benefits. Best for owners seriously weighing whether the upgrade is worth it.
An owner-operator channel focused on compact tractors, with a disclosed affiliate/partner relationship with Green Part Store, so expect occasional product promotion alongside otherwise candid hands-on content.
Side-by-side specs
| John Deere 1025R | John Deere 1023E | John Deere 2025R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 18.2 hp | 16.2 hp | 18.2 hp |
| Loader lift capacity | 120R: 1,823 lbf at pivot point; H120: 1,724 lbf at pivot point | — | Gen 1 (H130): 2,508 lb at pin; Gen 2 (120R): 1,963 lb at pivot |
| 3-point lift capacity | 758 lb | 1,433 lbs 1,433 lb | 915 lb |
| Hydraulic flow | 3.5 gpm | 3.5 gpm | 3.5 gpm |