MT125

[Jc72]

I'm getting ready to buy a sub compact tractor this spring . Is every one happy with the MT125? How does the MMM do ? My yard is not very level it's an old pasture field, does it scalp a lot? Thanks

 

[tomplum]

Welcome. There are a few members here that have them and post frequently. Lots of good info in the LS Owning and operating section, you tube videos etc. I only have a rough cut mower for our XJ . There are rear mount finish mowers as well. Enjoy the search!

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I'm getting ready to buy a sub compact tractor this spring . Is every one happy with the MT125? How does the MMM do ? My yard is not very level it's an old pasture field, does it scalp a lot? Thanks

I have the TLB and absolutely love it! Great little workhorse. I opted for a 3pt finish mower that I purchased separately. Sometimes I wish I got the MMM with the package, would have been cheaper to do it at time of the purchase.

 

[Jc72]

I have the TLB and absolutely love it! Great little workhorse. I opted for a 3pt finish mower that I purchased separately. Sometimes I wish I got the MMM with the package, would have been cheaper to do it at time of the purchase.

Thanks I only have about 2 acers not enough for a finish mower and to many trees

 

[ThirdMan]

I don't have much to compare it to, but I do like the MMM on the MT125. Our ground is pretty smooth. You can set the anti scalping wheels and control the height of the deck from a knob by the operators legs. The deck is not drive over and attaching the mid-pto requires getting down on the ground and reaching under the tractor to wrestle the connection. It is a manual process and not something you would prefer to do often. I do take it on and off pretty often as the mower reduces the ground clearance when I drive it though our woods.

We have a lot of trees to mow around and a steep hill (measured between 20 and 30 degrees). My wife does most of the mowing and mows the hill up and down. I am sure that a nice zero turn would be better for around the trees, but probably would not fare as well on the hill. From reading others experiences with mowers on the forums I am pretty sure that this is the right mowing machine for our needs. Why are you looking at a MMM on a sub-compact as opposed to a specific mowing machine like a zero turn?

 

[Jc72]

I don't have much to compare it to, but I do like the MMM on the MT125. Our ground is pretty smooth. You can set the anti scalping wheels and control the height of the deck from a knob by the operators legs. The deck is not drive over and attaching the mid-pto requires getting down on the ground and reaching under the tractor to wrestle the connection. It is a manual process and not something you would prefer to do often. I do take it on and off pretty often as the mower reduces the ground clearance when I drive it though our woods.

We have a lot of trees to mow around and a steep hill (measured between 20 and 30 degrees). My wife does most of the mowing and mows the hill up and down. I am sure that a nice zero turn would be better for around the trees, but probably would not fare as well on the hill. From reading others experiences with mowers on the forums I am pretty sure that this is the right mowing machine for our needs. Why are you looking at a MMM on a sub-compact as opposed to a specific mowing machine like a zero turn?

How long have you had your MT 125 any problems?

 

[ThirdMan]

We have had it since April 2017. There have been a few flaws detailed on this board (3 point to backhoe switch and pedal pin). We bent one of the wheel supports on the mower deck, but I don't think that was a flaw. Tony on this board has a number of videos detailing the MT125 that are the best resource for finding out more. He has owned other brands and compares them.

 

[PILOON]

While not knowledgeable on th MT125 specifically but since it is A Mitsubishi product (which I also own) be cautious of the turf tires should they be 9.5 X 18 R3's as they are no longer fabricated.

 

[bp fick]

Tony's Tractor Adventure
- YouTube

Tony's Tractor Adventure Page. Over two dozen videos that walk you through everything, EVERYTHING, concerning the MT125. From reviews, how to's, and engaging in work projects, maintenance, and modifications, Tony covers it all.

BTW: The engine is Yanmar and the tractor is LS. Nothing Mitsubishi about it really.

 

[Jc72]

I have talked to Tony about the mt125 about a month ago. Tony is a very helpfull guy , l don't think you can go wrong with the mt125 a lot of bang for your buck

 

[Jc72]

I see that New Holland is also using LS for their sub compact tractor the Workmaster 25s
I know that New Holland uses LS for all their small tractors

 

[ThirdMan]

That is good to see! The loader lift capacity on the New Holland website matches the lift capacity of the mt125 manual (1005 lbs).

 

[rider7767]

I see that New Holland is also using LS for their sub compact tractor the Workmaster 25s
I know that New Holland uses LS for all their small tractors

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That means this model will be around for a while. I truly enjoy mine.

 

[rider7767]

I see that New Holland is also using LS for their sub compact tractor the Workmaster 25s
I know that New Holland uses LS for all their small tractors

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I am going to the Farm Machinery Show in Louisville this week. I will take some video.

 

[Jc72]

I'll be honest in still looking at the John Deere 1025r just because of the quick connect of the mmm and all the options you can get for the fel . I called my LS dealer and asked about wheel weights don't have any options for MT125 are limited

 

[rider7767]

I'll be honest in still looking at the John Deere 1025r just because of the quick connect of the mmm and all the options you can get for the fel . I called my LS dealer and asked about wheel weights don't have any options for MT125 are limited

I have owned both the John Deere 1025R and now the LS MT125. They are both very similar tractors, but the drive over deck was nice. I have to pull mine out from the side. It is not that big of a deal to me, but the drive over is easy. I think you would be happy with both. The front end loader is very stout on both, but as you say you can get more stuff for the John Deere. Just my opinion. Loading the rear tires is much cheaper than buying wheel weights.

 

[bp fick]

I've had both filled tires and cast iron wheel weights on my sub-compacts. They both have advantages and disadvantages. The wheel weights are ungodly heavy to install and uninstall. If you are young and bench 200 regularly pay no attention to this old man. LOL But, you can remove them is you wish, such as to prevent compaction in the garden beds, etc.

The filled tires I had effected the ride quality of the tractor to a noticeable extent. The ride was more harsh as the rear tires didn't seemed to absorb shock as they did with just air.

Both work. Both work well and are advised to counter weight the loader but also provide more mass, way down low, on the rear and traction is much improved and when pushing snow, they provide an amazing amount of extra oomph, if that's a word.

 

[bp fick]

These wheel weights are not "brand" specific. Fitment is assured across many, many brands as almost all these sub-cuts buy and use virtually the same wheels and tires.

They mount with two threaded rods that make a mounting stud. They use two of the square holes in your wheel. They are cast iron. If a dealer sells enough of these weights to his customers, he has them trucked in for his inventory. That's good for the consumer. If you have to order them yourself and have them shipped to your place, I cannot imagine how much the freight would be. Not cheap is my guess.

 

[rider7767]

These wheel weights are not "brand" specific. Fitment is assured across many, many brands as almost all these sub-cuts buy and use virtually the same wheels and tires.

They mount with two threaded rods that make a mounting stud. They use two of the square holes in your wheel. They are cast iron. If a dealer sells enough of these weights to his customers, he has them trucked in for his inventory. That's good for the consumer. If you have to order them yourself and have them shipped to your place, I cannot imagine how much the freight would be. Not cheap is my guess.

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Good information. Thank You.

 

[Jc72]

Who makes the weights ? Rider7767 we had talked on the phone about the ls and John Deere 1025R . Hope you have fun at farm show get lots of video