1025R vs BX2380

[Magnum3252]

Looking at a JD 1025R and a BX 2380. Thoughts???

 

[dalola]

Great timing....I'm in exactly the same place!

Looked at the 1023E, 1025R, and BX2380. Both have good local dealer networks for me.

Prices quoted, in same order as above (b/f tax): $13,064, $14,999, & $14,225, all include std FEL also.

Right now, leaning towards the BX. Really sweet machine. But the JD's had bigger discounts! ARG!

Need to sleep on it a few more nights..

What are your thoughts so far?

 

[TripleR]

I own two BXs and replaced a 2305with a 1025R a few months ago. I really like mt BXs, but the 1025R has position control 3PH and no vulnerable HST fan...

 

[Magnum3252]

I'm leaning towards the Deere. I have both dealerships equal distances away. I like the drive over mower deck better on the deer, with auto connect PTO, and the seat is more comfortable. Also like the quick park loader. The twin pedel system seams nicer than the treadle peddle.....

 

[BumperB]

I am in the same position as well. Considering a BX2680 and a Deere 1025r. The Kubota dealer is about 35 miles closer and much more convenient but I can't get past the additional lift capacity of the loader on the Deere and the position control 3 point hitch. The prices were within $300 of each other. I'm really interested in opinions to help with my decision.

 

[MessickFarmEqu]

 

[Magnum3252]

Do you plan on mowing with the unit? If so the drive over deck setup is much better on the 1025R over the BX2380

 

[tractorshopper]

I like my BX better than the Deere counterpart in nearly every way, but most of that is personal preference. I will say that I disagree with the video about most users not using box blades with these smaller tractors. Mine is on most of the time unless I'm tilling for ballast if nothing else, but I use my box blade quite a bit. While the quarter inching valve is okay, I would prefer the position control. The machines do grading work well. Sure they are not dozers, but they are very capable of ground engagement unlike what the video host said. If Kubota would fix that, it would be nearly perfect.

 

[dalola]

Do you plan on mowing with the unit? If so the drive over deck setup is much better on the 1025R over the BX2380

Yet another conundrum.... not only deciding tractors, but also rear mower type....between finish or flail. Will not be going mid-mount, I have a 61" ZTR for the bulk of my "good" grass cutting. Looking for something my son can use to help, and also some light pasture-type mowing. Really like the flail, but limited choices in the 48" size, so will likely go with rear finish. So, mid-mount spec's not important to me, but the JD mid does look better than the KB, based on videos.

 

[mile9c1]

I plan to buy a SCUT in the Fall. I'm thinking Kubota for sure. Have you checked out the Massey Fergusons? My favorite SCUT on paper is the GC1710 but the lack of a 60" mulching deck is a deal breaker (my primary use is lawn mowing).

 

[dalola]

No local dealers for MF around me, but my online research indicated they are good units. I would have certainly shopped it if I had a close dealer. That's one of the big advantages for JD & Kubota, much bigger dealer network. A quality local dealer is high on my priority list, and JD & Kubota both check that box for me.

 

[RoPie]

I had the same decision to make. Ended up with the 1025R, getting delivered Thursday. Had Kubota for years, but the quick connect loader and mower deck on the JD sealed the deal

 

[mile9c1]

The BX2380 has a quick connect loader.

 

[gdk22984]

I see JD just announced the new 260B backhoe and 120B loader for the 1 series. Looks like an increased lift capacity... 754 pounds for the loader. Backhoe looks to have many improvements.

Might want to take a look if you are debating between a JD and Kubota.

 

[dalola]

The press release wasn't so flush with details....a few extra pounds of capacity is nice, but I wonder when they actually be available, and how much more $$. Probably not a big factor for me, as I'm looking to make a move in the next week or two.

 

[Magnum3252]

Well have you made the decision?

 

[BumperB]

Well have you made the decision?

I made my decision this morning. I got a 1025r with a 120R loader with a 53" bucket. Good luck to everyone else in your decision. I really don't think you can go wrong either way if they are both good dealers.

 

[fran35]

I made my decision this morning. I got a 1025r with a 120R loader with a 53" bucket. Good luck to everyone else in your decision. I really don't think you can go wrong either way if they are both good dealers.

I am really stuck in the same exact situation you are. I am looking at the BX25 that has the third implement controls. I love the ability to get the grapple, but the FEL seems markedly weaker that the 1025r. Is that what you found? Kubota is 500 lbs vs 900 on the JD is what I am seeing.

 

[BumperB]

I am really stuck in the same exact situation you are. I am looking at the BX25 that has the third implement controls. I love the ability to get the grapple, but the FEL seems markedly weaker that the 1025r. Is that what you found? Kubota is 500 lbs vs 900 on the JD is what I am seeing.

Yes it is. The loader capacities listed by Kubota were less than the Deere and the local Kubota dealer only used the SSQA loaders, which were even less. The Kubota dealer said their capacities where higher than advertised but I could never find anything in solid numbers. I looked at comparisons on youtube but couldn't find any comparisons of lift capacity between Deere and Kubota. The Messicks comparison was almost comical because they were so slanted towards the Kubota. While I didn't mind the forward and reverse pedals on the Kubota, I liked the side by side pedals on the Deere better. I liked being able to get a 53" bucket over the 48" or 49" Kubota bucket. I liked the lights situated on the fenders of the Deere. I also liked the position control on the 3 point hitch. I actually liked the looks of the Kubota better. These were just my thoughts and I understand that not everyone feels or thinks the same way as I do, which is why there are different brands.

 

[mile9c1]

Deere lists that 120R loader at 754 pounds: Front End Loaders | 12R Loader | John Deere US

I'm not sure where you see 900 pounds but it wouldn't surprise me as other websites list the older H120 loader at 836 pounds: John Deere H12 Front Loader | Mutton Tractor Attachments

The Kubota is listed at over 700 pounds at the pin. Seems the location of measurement affects the rating (of course), and people have reported lifting higher-than-rated loads.