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Read articles →This is an owner's own-farm walkaround of a newly purchased 5125R replacing their old 5075M, made because the creator couldn't find good 5R information when shopping. It's a detailed, options-focused tour covering the 540R loader, bucket lights, SCV valve types, spill collector, larger lift cylinders, PTO economy mode, DEF/SCR experience at 40 hours, cab features, and the electro-hydraulic loader control. Best for buyers comparing specific options before ordering.
Posted by an actual owner-operator sharing hands-on impressions from their own farm, not a dealer or reviewer.
John Deere 5R Series tractors offer four horsepower options: 90, 100, 115, and 125. The 5125R is the first time a 5 Series tractor offered 125 horsepower.
540 standard needs about 2100 engine RPM for full 540 PTO RPM. Economy mode achieves full 540 at 1640 to 1650 engine RPM, saving fuel on a disc mower.
At 40 hours, the owner reports no trouble with the SCR/DEF system. It does not seem to consume much DEF compared to their pickup truck.
The owner recommends it if price is not an issue, since it lets you control the loader and transmission together with one hand, though it is an expensive upgrade.
