Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 2025R or the TYM T254?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 23.9 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 2025R or the TYM T254?

The TYM T254 leads on pto hp at 18.8 hp hp, compared to 18.2 hp hp for the John Deere 2025R.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 2025R or the TYM T254?

The John Deere 2025R leads on loader lift at 1,023 lb lb, compared to 948 lb lb for the TYM T254.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 2025R or the TYM T254?

The TYM T254 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,101 lb lb, compared to 915 lb lb for the John Deere 2025R.

John Deere 2025R vs TYM T254

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the John Deere 2025R leads 4 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: John Deere 2025R and TYM T254.

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Category Verdict

Spec	John Deere 2025R	TYM T254
Engine HP (hp)	23.9 hp	23.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	18.2 hp	▲ 18.8 hp
Weight (lb)	2,005 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,023 lb	948 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	915 lb	▲ 1,101 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 78.9 in	75 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 2,508 lbf	1,680 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	5.6 gpm	▲ 6.9 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 12.3 mph	11 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

John Deere 2025RTYM T254

Engine HPhp

▲23.9 hp

PTO HPhp

18.2 hp

▲18.8 hp

Weightlb

2,005 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

▲1,023 lb

754 lb

948 lb

H130120R

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

915 lb

▲1,101 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	John Deere2025R	TYMT254


PTO Power	18.2 hp	18.8 hp
Alternator	40 A, 12 V	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dual element	Single dry
Engine Type	Diesel	3-cylinder, naturally aspirated diesel
Fuel System	Indirect injection	IDI
Displacement	77.3 in³	77.3 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3000 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water pump (liquid-cooled)	Water-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	23.9 hp @ 200 rpm	23.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4

Weight with ROPS and Loader	~2,005 lb (open station shipping weight 1,872 lb / 1,871.7 lb base; with H130 loader approx. 2,005 lb estimated)	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	~2,392 lb base cab shipping weight (loader weight additive)	Not Published

Warranty Length & Coverage	2-year bumper-to-bumper (comprehensive) + 6-year/2,000-hour powertrain warranty	Up to 2 years or until the 2,000 hours mark, bumper-to-bumper warranty; 3000 hours maximum coverage period for parts and labour on drivetrains or powertrains; 12-months warranty period for implements, including loaders and backhoes.

Pump Type	Gear	Single gear pump
Steering Flow	3.5 gpm	2.8 gpm
Implement Flow	3.5 gpm	4.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	5.6 gpm 21.2 lpm	6.9 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	3.4 gpm implement circuit; 7.0 gpm combined pump output	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	3.4 gpm 12.9 lpm	6.9 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2	1
No. of Standard Remote Valves	0	0

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	position control	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	915 lb	1,214 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Mid - 2100 rpm	Available
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category 1	Category I (Narrow)
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	915 lb	1,101 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	12-16.5 or R3 Radial: 280/70 R16	29x12.50-15
R3 Turf - Front	23x8.50-12 or R3 Radial: 220/55-R12	20x8.00-10
Tire Size & Options	Front: 23x8.5-12 (R4 industrial / R3 turf); Rear: 31x12-16.5 (R4 industrial / R3 turf)	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial; R4 Lg Industrial (optional)
R4 Industrial - Rear	12-16.5	27x12.5-15; 12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Front	23x8.50-12	20x8.00-10; 23x8.50-12
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not separately listed; industrial R4 rear: 31x12.00-16.5	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not separately listed; industrial R4 front: 23x8.50-12	6.0-12

Coolant Capacity	0.84 gal	3.8 qt
Crankcase Capacity	0.84 gal	2.9 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.1 gal	5.8 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	0.89 gal	3.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.5 gal	3.7 gal

Loader Lift Height	Gen 1 (H130): 78.9 in at pin; Gen 2 (120R): 72 in at pivot	75 in
Loader Breakout Force	Gen 1 (H130): 2,508 lb at pin; Gen 2 (120R): 1,963 lb at pivot	1,680 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Quick-park / quick-attach system (H130 loader on Gen 1; 120R loader on Gen 2)	TX25P: Quick attach mechanism
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	Gen 1 (H130): 1,023 lb at pin; Gen 2 (120R): 754 lb at pivot	948 lb

Clutch	wet disc	Not applicable
No. of Speeds	Two range (Hi and Lo)	Infinite 2-Range
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic - two range	HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	12.3 mph	11.0 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	11.4 mph	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock: Yes; Limited slip differential: No	Differential lock

Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic
Frame Type	Open center; spur gear final drive; wet disc brakes	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	1349 lb	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Fore/aft adjustable; seat flips forward for weather protection; no mechanical suspension listed	Ergonomic seating

Wheelbase	63 in.	57.5 in
Overall Width	Not Published	45.8 in
Ground Clearance	12.5 in	9.4 in
Height to Top of ROPS	Two-post foldable ROPS (folded/upright height not confirmed in sources)	91.3 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	2.51 m 8.2 ft	100 in
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	109.2 in	100.5 in

Accessories that fit	None tagged yet	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection RK24/T254 /BRANSON 2505/EMAX 25 Skid Plate $89.99

John Deere 2025R vs TYM T254: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 2025R or the TYM T254?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 23.9 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the John Deere 2025R or the TYM T254?: The TYM T254 leads on pto hp at 18.8 hp hp, compared to 18.2 hp hp for the John Deere 2025R.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the John Deere 2025R or the TYM T254?: The John Deere 2025R leads on loader lift at 1,023 lb lb, compared to 948 lb lb for the TYM T254.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the John Deere 2025R or the TYM T254?: The TYM T254 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 1,101 lb lb, compared to 915 lb lb for the John Deere 2025R.