John Deere 1R 25 vs Kubota L2502DT

Across 8 measurable specs, the Kubota L2502DT leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: John Deere 1R 25 and Kubota L2502DT.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	John Deere1R 25	KubotaL2502DT

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Kubota
Engine Model	3TNV80F-NCJT	D1703-M-DI-E4 / D1703-M-DI-E4K
Engine Type	Diesel	Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle, diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	77.3 in³	100.5 in³
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	2200 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	23.2 hp	23.3 hp
PTO Power	17.8 hp	18.4 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Not Published
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Water-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry type, single element
Fuel System	Not Published	Direct injection
Alternator	Not Published	40 A, 12 V
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear	Not Published
Implement Flow	3.5 gpm	5.2 gpm
Steering Flow	3.5 gpm	3.1 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	7 gpm	8.28 gpm (5.15 + 3.13, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	7 gpm	8.28 gpm (5.15 + 3.13, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.31 gal	11.1 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	6.3 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	6.0 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	7.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	4.8 qt
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Transmission driven with overrunning clutch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard, 2100 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category 1	SAE Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	1874 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	915 lb	1389 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control	Position control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic - 2 range	Constant mesh with synchronized shuttle
No. of Speeds	Infinite (hydrostatic), 2 ranges forward and reverse	8 forward, 8 reverse
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	12.3 mph	10.7 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	12.3 mph	10.7 mph
Clutch	Not Published	Dry type single stage
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Rear differential lock, pedal operated
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Foldable ROPS, standard equipment	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Integral type power steering
Brakes	Wet disc, left-hand pedal	Mechanical, wet disc type
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat with high back and adjustable settings; tilt steering	Suspension seat with fore/aft travel adjustment and suspension tension adjustment
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive	Cast-iron front axle
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	730 lb
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	Not Published	108.5 in (without 3-point hitch)
Overall Width	47.22 in (R3 tires); 48.03 in (R4 tires)	55.1 in
Wheelbase	63 in	63.4 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	13.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	8.2 ft (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	91.7 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	Approx. 1,797 lb open station; 2,242 lb cab (shipping weight)	2811 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	R3 Turf, R3 Hybrid, or R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7.2-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	11.2-24
R3 Turf - Front	23x8.50-12	25X8.50-14
R3 Turf - Rear	12-16.5	13.6-16
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-12	27X8.50-15
R4 Industrial - Rear	12-16.5	15-19.5
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Quik-Park	Front Loader (LA526 - 2 Lever Quick Coupler (OPT))
Loader Model	120R	LA526
Loader Lift Height	120R: 72 in	94.8 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	120R (NSL): 803 lb	1096 lb
Loader Breakout Force	1823 lbf (at pivot pin)	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	6-Year / 2,000 Hour Limited Powertrain Warranty; standard at no cost, covers residential and commercial use	Not Published
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Kubota L2502/L3302/L3902 HD Brush Guard Insert $269.00

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John Deere 1R 25 vs Kubota L2502DT: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 1R 25 or the Kubota L2502DT?

The Kubota L2502DT leads on engine hp at 23.3 hp hp, compared to 23.2 hp hp for the John Deere 1R 25.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 1R 25 or the Kubota L2502DT?

The Kubota L2502DT leads on pto hp at 18.4 hp hp, compared to 17.8 hp hp for the John Deere 1R 25.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1R 25 or the Kubota L2502DT?

The Kubota L2502DT leads on weight at 2,811 lb lb, compared to 1,797 lb lb for the John Deere 1R 25.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 1R 25 or the Kubota L2502DT?

The Kubota L2502DT leads on loader lift at 1,096 lb lb, compared to 803 lb lb for the John Deere 1R 25.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 1R 25 or the Kubota L2502DT?

The Kubota L2502DT leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,389 lb lb, compared to 915 lb lb for the John Deere 1R 25.

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