John Deere 1025R vs. KUBOTA BX2680-1 TRACTOR
A straight, spec-by-spec look for cut buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.
Is the John Deere 1025R right for you?
Most Customers looking at the 1025R and the Kubota BX2680 are property owners who want one tractor that can mow, move material, and handle a loader or rear implement without swapping machines. They are weighing price, ease of use, and whether the tractor will hold up over years of weekend work. The Kubota does edge out the 1025R on raw engine power and PTO output, and that is worth saying plainly. But for the way most of these Customers actually use a sub-compact, those differences rarely show up in the field.
Where the 1025R pulls ahead in ways that matter day to day: steering hydraulic flow is notably stronger at 3.5 gpm versus the Kubota's 2.5 gpm, which translates to more responsive loader and front-implement control. The 1025R also lifts more at the hitch, 758 lb versus 680 lb at 24 inches behind the link arms, and rides on a longer wheelbase that adds stability on uneven ground. That extra weight and footprint give the tractor a planted, confident feel that lighter machines do not always match.
Add in the Koenig service network across Indiana and Ohio, genuine John Deere parts availability, and the resale value that comes with the green and yellow, and the 1025R is a straightforward choice for most buyers. Come talk with your local Koenig team and we can put one in front of you to see how it fits your operation.
| Specification | John Deere 1025R | KUBOTA BX2680-1 TRACTOR |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power (gross) | SAE J1995 rated power: 17.8 kW 23.9 hp 24.2 PS at 3200 seconds | 18.5 kW 24.8 hp |
| Power take-off (PTO) power | 13.6 kW 18.2 hp | 14.5 kW 19.5 hp |
| Steering hydraulics | 13.2 L/min 3.5 gpm | 9.5 L/min 2.5 gpm |
| Implement hydraulics | 13.2 L/min 3.5 gpm | 14 L/min 3.7 |
| Hitch type | Limited Category 1 | Category 1 |
| Lift capacity, 24-in. behind link arms | 344 kg 758 lb | 310 kg 680 lb |
| Standard transmission; forward/reverse | Hydrostatic - two range | Hydrostatic - two range |
| Cruise control | Standard | Yes |
| Approximate shipping weight (open-station; cab) | Open station: 706 kg 1556 lb Cab: 906 kg 1996 lb | 670 kg 1521 lb |
| Wheelbase | 1450 mm 57.1 in. | 1400 mm 55.1 in. |
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