Is 25hp Enough to Pull a Square Baler

This is a real-world test of whether a John Deere 3025D (25hp) can run an old square baler, not a spec sheet discussion. The owner greases and restrings a six-year-idle baler, then runs it in the field, dropping from fourth to third gear low range to keep power to the PTO, and works through a sheared shear pin mid-run. Good for owners wondering about PTO implement limits on a 3025D.

An owner testing his own tractor and equipment hands-on, sharing unpolished real-time results rather than a scripted or dealer presentation.