John Deere 1025R vs Kubota BX23S

Across 9 measurable specs, the John Deere 1025R leads 7 categories to 2. Machine pages: John Deere 1025R and Kubota BX23S.

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Full Spec Sheet

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Spec	John Deere1025R	KubotaBX23S

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	KUBOTA
Engine Model	3TNV80F-CJT	D902
Engine Type	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	77.3 in³	54.8 in³
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3200 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	23.9 hp	21.6 hp
PTO Power	17.2 hp	17.7 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry with safety element	Dry element
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Direct injection
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear	Open center tandem pump gear type
Implement Flow	3.5 gpm	5.2 gpm
Steering Flow	3.5 gpm	1.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7 gpm	6.2 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7 gpm	6.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center tandem pump gear type
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	3.5 gpm per pump (implement circuit); total system output 7.0 gpm	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	0 standard (2-valve rear remote coupler optional)
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.6 gal	6.6 gal
Coolant Capacity	3.9 qt	0.8 gal (3.3 U.S.qts.)
Crankcase Capacity	2.9 qt	0.9 gal (3.4 U.S.qts.)
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.25 gal	2.98 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	3.0 qt	3.8 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)
PTO Rear	540 rpm	STD 540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard, 2100 rpm	USA No.5 (KUBOTA 10-tooth) involute spline, 2500 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category I	SAE Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	1,177 lb	1,213 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	758 lb	680 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Quarter-inching valve
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic - 2 range	Hydrostatic transmission, high-low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)
No. of Speeds	Infinite (hydrostatic), 2 ranges forward and reverse	2 Range (Low-High)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	9.1 mph	0 mph to 8.4 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	9.1 mph	0 mph to 6.5 mph
Clutch	wet disc	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Standard rear differential lock	Rear differential lock standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Semi-flat platform; two-post folding ROPS; four-wheel drive	Two-post foldable ROPS
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Brakes	Wet disk, left-hand pedal	Mechanical, wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat with armrests and tilt steering wheel	High-back reversible seat (rotates for backhoe operation); fore/aft slide and backrest tilt adjustment
Front Axle Type	4WD (MFWD), on-the-go engagement	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Front Axle Rating	1,349 lb	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	2,165 lb	Maximum tongue weight 550 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	108 in	99.0 in. w/3-Pt., w/ Front guard
Overall Width	47.22 in (R3 tires); 47.32 in (R4 tires)	45.1 in
Wheelbase	57.1 in	55.1 in
Ground Clearance	7.7 in (front axle)	5.8 in; 8.4 in without mid-mount mower
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	88.8 in	7.5 ft
Height to Top of ROPS	86.2 in	86.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	73 in	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	1,444 lb	1,600 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Standard R4, optional R3	Front Turf/Industrial: 18×8.5-10; Rear Turf/Industrial: 26×12-12; Bar tire N/A
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	18x8.5-10	18×8.5-10
R3 Turf - Rear	26x12-12	26×12-12
R4 Industrial - Front	18x8.5-10	18×8.5-10
R4 Industrial - Rear	26x12-12	26×12-12
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Tool-free attach and park (MSL optional on 120R)	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)
Loader Model	120R (NSL or MSL) or 120E (D120 and H120 on earlier units)	LA340S (standard, quick attach); LA340 (pin-on option)
Loader Lift Height	120R (NSL and MSL): 72 in; 120E: 71.2 in; D120 and H120: 71.2 in	71.0 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	D120: 825 lb; H120: 836 lb (at pivot pin, full height)	739 lb (LA340 pin-on); 613 lb (LA340S quick attach)
Loader Breakout Force	D120: 1,808 lb; H120: 1,819 lb (breakout at pivot pin)	1,407 lbf (LA340 pin-on); 1,286 lbf (LA340S quick attach)
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Powertrain 6 years or 2,000 hours, standard at no cost, covers residential and commercial use	Residential: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours, powertrain 72 months or 2,000 hours; commercial: basic 24 months or 1,500 hours
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Kubota BX80 Series Brush Guard Insert (S/N C1630 and up) $259.00 S/N C1630 and after Kubota BX80 Series Brush Guard Insert (S/N before C1630) $299.00 S/N before C1630

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John Deere 1025R vs Kubota BX23S: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 1025R or the Kubota BX23S?

The John Deere 1025R leads on engine hp at 23.9 hp hp, compared to 21.6 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 1025R or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota BX23S leads on pto hp at 17.7 hp hp, compared to 17.2 hp hp for the John Deere 1025R.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1025R or the Kubota BX23S?

The Kubota BX23S leads on weight at 1,600 lb lb, compared to 1,444 lb lb for the John Deere 1025R.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 1025R or the Kubota BX23S?

The John Deere 1025R leads on loader lift at 836 lb lb, compared to 739 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 1025R or the Kubota BX23S?

The John Deere 1025R leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 758 lb lb, compared to 680 lb lb for the Kubota BX23S.

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