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

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

Spec	John Deere1025R	KubotaBX23S

▶Engine
PTO Power	18.2 hp	17.7 hp
Alternator	40 A	40 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Dual element with mechanical restriction indicator	Sheet net and replaceable treated paper element, spin on oil filter
Engine Type	Diesel	Liquid-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
Fuel System	Indirect injection	Diesel fuel No.2 [above -10 ℃ (14 ℉)] Diesel fuel No.1 [below -10 ℃ (14 ℉)]
Displacement	77.3 in³	54.8 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	3200 rpm	3200 rpm
Cooling System Type	Water pump	Liquid-cooled
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar	KUBOTA
Engine Power (Gross)	23.9 hp @ 200 rpm	23 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	Open station: 1556 lb	1,598.3 lb (1600 lbs.)
Weight with Cab and Loader	approx. 1,996 lb shipping weight with cab	Not Applicable
Weight with ROPS and Loader	approx. 1,444 lb shipping weight open station (no loader); operating weight with loader approx. 1,556 lb shipping	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year / 2,000-hour powertrain warranty (standard); PowerGard extended warranty available	Non-Commercial Home & Residential Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours; Limited Powertrain: 72 months or 2000 hours. Commercial Use - Basic Standard Limited: 24 months or 1500 hours.
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Single gear	Hydrostatic transmission
Steering Flow	3.5 gpm	1.0 gpm
Implement Flow	3.5 gpm	6.2 gpm (23.5 l/min.)
Total Hydraulic Flow	6.3 gpm 23.8 lpm	6.2 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center tandem pump gear type
System Operating Pressure	2000 psi	12.3 MPa to 12.8 MPa
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	3.5 gpm per pump (implement circuit); total system output 6.3 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	3.5 gpm 13.2 lpm	6.2 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Three	2 (optional; ISO 7241-1 series A or B)
No. of Standard Remote Valves	n/a	2 valves
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	STD 540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Live independent PTO (with hydraulic clutch)
Lift Control Type	position control	Quarter-inching valve
Hitch Lift Capacity	758 lb	1,213 lbs.
Mid-PTO Availability	2100 rpm	STD (2500rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Limited Category 1	SAE Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	758 lb	680 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	26x12-12	26×12-12
R3 Turf - Front	18x8.50-10	18×8.5-10
Tire Size & Options	Front: R3 Turf 18x8.50-10, R3 Turf Radial 18x8.50-10, R4 18x8.5-10 | Rear: R3 Turf 26x12-12, R4 26x12-12	Front Turf/Industrial: 18×8.5-10; Rear Turf/Industrial: 26×12-12; Bar tire N/A
R4 Industrial - Rear	26x12-12	26×12-12
R4 Industrial - Front	18x8.5-10	18×8.5-10
R1 Agricultural - Rear	26x12.00-12 (R4 Industrial standard; R1 Agricultural not a standard listed option)	Not Applicable
R1 Agricultural - Front	18x8.50-10 (R3 Turf / R4 Industrial listed; R1 Agricultural not a standard listed option)	Not Applicable
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	0.98 gal	0.8 gal (3.3 U.S.qts.)
Crankcase Capacity	0.71 gal	0.9 gal (3.4 U.S.qts.)
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.6 gal	6.6 gal (6.6 U.S.gals.)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	0.74 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	3.3 gal	2.98 U.S. gals.
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	72 in to maximum height at pivot pin (120R loader)	71.0 in
Loader Breakout Force	120R: 1,823 lbf at pivot point; H120: 1,724 lbf at pivot point	6258 N (1407 lbs) [LA340] / 5719 N (1286 lbs) [LA340S]
Quick Attach Loader System	120R Quik-Park Loader System	Kubota Swift-Tach (Quick attach)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	120R: 754 lb at pivot point to max height; H120: 703 lb at pivot point to max height	738.5 lb (739 lbs) [LA340] / 612.9 lb (613 lbs) [LA340S]
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	wet disc	Dry type single plate - Main clutch 9.45"
No. of Speeds	Infinite (hydrostatic), 2-range (Hi/Lo) forward and reverse	2 Range (Low-High)
Transmission Type	hydrostatic	Hydrostatic transmission, High-Low gear shift (2 forward, 2 reverse)
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
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock Yes; Limited slip differential No	Rear differential lock standard
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet disc (left-hand pedal)	Mechanical, wet disc type
Steering	Power	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Frame Type	Semi-flat platform; two-post folding ROPS; 4WD with mechanical front-wheel drive	Two-post foldable ROPS
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive	4WD: Bevel gear front axle, non-adjustable tread spacing
Front Axle Rating	Front 1349 lb	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Premium seat; adjusts fore/aft; seat flips forward; high seat back and armrests; retractable seat belt	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	n/a	Maximum tongue weight 550 lb.
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	57.1 inches 57.1 in	55.1 in (55.1 in.)
Overall Width	47 in	45.1 in (45.1 in.)
Ground Clearance	7.7 in.	5.8 in (5.83 in.)
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	2.51 m 8.2 ft	7.5 feet
Overall Length	n/a	87 in (87.0 in.) w / Front guard (without 3P), 99 in (99.0 in.) w / Front guard (with 3P)
Height to Top of ROPS	n/a	86.2 in (86.2 in.)
Height to Top of Cab Model	n/a	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	n/a	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	n/a	99.0 in. w/3-Pt., w/ Front guard
▶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 23 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

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

The John Deere 1025R leads on pto hp at 18.2 hp hp, compared to 17.7 hp hp for the Kubota BX23S.

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

The Kubota BX23S leads on weight at 1,598.3 lb lb, compared to 1,556 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 754 lb lb, compared to 738.5 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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