Too Much to Handle? 5' Tiller with John Deere 1025R Subcompact? Tractor Basics
Overview
This video directly tests whether a 5-foot tiller is a practical match for a John Deere 1025R on a real 1.5-acre job in wet, tough conditions, and the honest answer is no. The creator runs multiple passes, then swaps to a larger 2038R for a side-by-side comparison that makes the mismatch obvious. Includes candid observations on tiller rotation speed and blade condition. Best for 1025R owners weighing tiller sizing.
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John Deere 1025R
- PTO horsepower
- 18.2 hp
- Loader lift capacity
- 120R: 1,823 lbf at pivot point; H120: 1,724 lbf at pivot point
- 3-point lift capacity
- 758 lb
- Hydraulic flow
- 3.5 gpm
