How Much Ballast Do I Need for My John Deere 3025E Tractor. Ballast Solutions, Options, Requirements

This is a real-world ballast breakdown from a year-round 3025E owner, not a spec-sheet overview. Kevin tallies his actual setup: tire fluid (75% fill, ~240 lbs/tire), a 400-lb box blade, and a 45-lb quick-hitch, totaling 925 lbs, plus real anecdotes like lifting a 550-lb boat motor with pallet forks. Useful for owners weighing tire ballast versus a ballast box before adding a loader or attachments.

Posted by Kevin of the Naples Lawn Service channel, sharing hands-on impressions from his own 3025E rather than dealer or manufacturer material.