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Read articles →A side-by-side walkaround of four John Deere subcompact generations, 2210, 2305, 1023E, and 1025R, all physically present at the same time, which is the video's real hook. It traces visible changes across the years: ROPS style, fuel gauge placement, seat suspension, mower deck attachment method, and controls. Coverage is surface-level and the creator deliberately holds back on 1023E vs. 1025R details, pointing viewers to a separate video. Best for someone wanting a quick visual overview of how the lineup evolved.
Good Works Tractors is a dealership and tractor attachment retailer, so this walkaround carries an implicit sales context.
The 2210 has a folding ROPS while the 2305 has a fixed ROPS, which the creator notes seems like a regression despite still fitting a standard garage height.
Older models like the 2210 and 2305 used a deck that slides in and out from the side, while the 1023E and 1025R have a drive-over mower deck as a standard feature.
The 1025R adds armrests, a much better suspension seat, tilt steering, and cruise control as standard, while the 1023E has only base suspension and lacks these features.
| John Deere 1023E | John Deere 1025R | |
|---|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 16 hp | 18 hp |
| Loader lift capacity | 120R: 1,823 lbf (at pivot point) | Not Published |
| 3-point lift capacity | 1,177 lb | 1,177 lb |
| Hydraulic flow | 3.5 gpm | 3.5 gpm |
