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Overview
A long, unscripted real-world grading and landscaping day that puts four machines to work side by side, a 1025R, 4044R, 4066M, and Ventrac, burying downspouts, digging trenches, tilling dry clay, and spreading 60 tons of topsoil. You see honest comparisons between the compact and mid-size Deeres, loader self-leveling differences, and candid admissions when a machine struggles. Best for owners curious how these tractors actually perform on messy, demanding property work.
An owner-operator channel focused on compact tractors and DIY projects, presenting itself as enthusiastic amateurs rather than experts.
Side-by-side specs
| John Deere 1025R | John Deere 4044R | John Deere 4066M | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 18.2 hp | 32.3 hp | 51.9 hp |
| Loader lift capacity | 120R: 1,823 lbf at pivot point; H120: 1,724 lbf at pivot point | At pivot: 3,853 lbf; @ 19.7 in ahead of pivot: 2,902 lbf | At pivot: 3,853 lbf; @ 19.7 in ahead of pivot: 2,902 lbf |
| 3-point lift capacity | 758 lb | 3,130 lb | 3,130 lb |
| Hydraulic flow | 3.5 gpm | 11.2 gpm | 10.2 gpm |