Can a Subcompact Tractor Lift a Huge Tree? Grapple and Rotary Cutter Yard Cleanup!

Tractor Time with Tim pushes our John Deere 1025R compact tractor to the limit cleaning up this overgrown backyard. But Tim found one thing our John Deere 1025R could not do!
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[@stevestock2439]

Grapple is such an amazing attachment. It never ceases to amaze me how much work a subcompact tractor can accomplish with just the right patience level. SS

[@kenscharfe7414]

Tim, that 1025R does a lot more that the JD brochures ever hope to show. I was amazed with the way it handled that large log! Good to see all of the family involved, been missing Katriel in the "work" videos, but I understand, as she has been hopscotching all over the globe this past summer. Keep up the great videos, and scriptures. Now think I'll go out and give my 1023E a pat and clean him up!

[@123hotdog111]

Tim, thanks for all your videos.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks for watching!

[@michaelmartin9618]

After watching all these months and all of the jobs you’ve completed, I’m still amazed at the work this tractor will do. I now wish I had gone the sub-compact route for our property. And a thumbs up for the Bad Boy mower appearance.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Hey. First comment on the Bad Boy!

[@davidharris6581]

I was struck by the excellent and professional quality of camera work in this video! In fact, one might more appropriately call it cinematography. Combined with the probing and insightful interview style, makes for an award worthy production.

[@KatrielMarks]

Thank you! Hoping to win an Emmy soon (is that the right award?)

[@davidharris6581]

Not sure, I wondered that myself? Perhaps a tubey?

[@mikechovan8351]

I definitely think a grapple is gonna be the first or second on the list once I upgrade this winter

[@stanleybroadhead8978]

Good video,I spent about 4 hrs. yesterday doing about the same thing for my neighbor. People are surprised at what these 1025's can do. Y'all be safe and take care.

[@jesseamaya4413]

Old vid I know but I have done brushwork in South Texans since I was in my 20s (50 now) and pointers on working a hot pile whether on steel (dozer) or rubber. Get in, get the brush where you want it and get out. Pre plan every push.

[@TimothyNewton]

Now I want a grapple! Thanks!

[@dantomlinson4407]

Bless your heart. That J D works harder that you realize for a compact tractor. The grapp;le does great.

[@robertbunch8362]

Well, Tim, this video, plus a couple of your other ones, has convinced me to look seriously at the Artillian grapple. I see lots of others advertised on Craigslist all the time, but I like the double, individual one you got. VERY versatile. Once again, thanks for helping me spend more money! (did ya hear the sarcasm in that? LOL)

[@28cruzin]

As I watched you on that incline I was saying to my self "Where's Vinny?" I think you need to some trailer shopping. It's not so much a weight issue it's a length issue. You need room for Vinny and Johnny plus attachments. With Katriel on the job Christy can run the other machine. Obviously she does't have enough to do. LOL . Wait 'til she reads that. Ka-Boom!!! I know she does most of the video and editing work plus runs around behind you trying to help, { there's video evidense}. I just couldn't resist the urge. You two are a great team and I liked the way she was always a part of the tractor testing in previous videos. God bless and see you two on the next one. To Katriel: Long pants, Long sleeves, high top shoes. Beleive it or not, these are construction sites and not safe for casual wear.

[@GiardinaMG]

Tim and family, don’t allow all the negative comments get to you. You folks have inspired me to upgrade from my allis charmers 5015 to an LS xj2025. It’s not a Johnny but the amount of projects I have completed I’m very pleased. Thank you for the great videos and god bless.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Joseph!

[@bobblack3870]

Nice. Wow, that yard is really overgrown! Nice to build a fire right where the debris is removed. I love the grapple - makes me wish I had one.

[@johnstonesmusicland1826]

Great to see what the 1025R can really do. I'm not near confident enough with our 2025R to do what you can do.! Love the videos . You All are awesome!!

[@g.josephthorpe7582]

Christy please more care when walking behind running equipment. Ya'll have a great family.

[@tomkeating65]

You should try to mount a receiver hitch in the front of your tractor to use a portable electric winch. Same for the back. Your little tractor is one heck of a machine. I haven't seen too much where you'd need a bigger tractor. Some jobs are time consuming, but overall, you got it. Great video once again. God bless and stay safe.

[@peterkober6758]

Tim Christi and Friends fun watching how much work and versatile Jonny is thanks God Bless PaK

[@johanbos160]

Nice video and Johnny is a unbelievable tractor. For his size he can do great things 👍

[@DereksWorkshopAndProjects]

You’ve convinced me. My first tractor is going to be a small one like that. Just gotta get though 3 more years of school 😬

[@jerrybaker433]

I like tims skills with a tractor

[@timkd5vmv583]

Great video. Do you ever have any problems with the Fire Department when you burn brush like that? Here in our area the Municipalities don't allow open burning, but the County will allow small burn piles as long as you get a permit. I'm really envious of the loader and grapple that you have on Johnny. My BX doesn't have a loader and some areas my Mahindra with the loader just won't fit. Katriel, try to find you a couple of long-sleeve shirts for working on projects like this. Sporting Goods stores sell some really nice ones for fishermen. They are mosquito resistant, SPF rated and very cool and comfortable. They are great for outdoorsy work. A good pair of tactical style work boots will help protect those little toes and have the added bonus of supporting your ankles. I actually got mine at our local Bass Pro Shop, but most sportswear shops sell them. Hikers love them as they are super comfortable.

[@mtbforthenation1233]

Nice video tim great to see Johny back at it! Keep it up!

[@tlclandscaping8455]

Hey Tim we do same kind of work your doing on your videos with more hard scape. We use John deer 4600 40 pto hp and a Ford f550. Both fit in small areas. 4600 can pick up pallet of pavers and not destroy the lawn if you go over it alot.

[@Chris-qf9qm]

That tree had to be at least 1000lb. Impressive!

[@FarmingDreams]

I've cleaned a few fence rows up for farms with a skidloader and grapple. Never ruined a hydraulic line in the heat but same mentality as you Tim, dont spend to much time in the fire! Haha

[@nathanbrodeur]

Tim you can get your hand on roundup and 24D by getting your brother to order some extra of both and both of these will be a knock out punch to the weeds

[@davidshipulski4532]

Tim, I love the 1025r even though it has 25 24 horsepower it is a beast even my Simplicity broadmoor that has a 25 horse briggs and stratton motor it is great and powerful. Good job Tim!

[@Meraub]

FWIW, when moving backwards with a wide load in the grapple be sure to watch out for trees or other things that may snap the load and break the attachment on the front end loader. I had a log like you were moving and was backing up to put on the burn pile and a tree snagged one side and the broke both attachments of the grapple to my 3720 Deere. Those are the ones where the grapple quick attach pins are secured to the brackets of the front end loader and held in place with the snap pins. I had to order replacement brackets and then install them (easy to install, finance committee was not happy). So, be gentle in reverse on those brackets Mark

[@chad2141]

Awesome as usual!

[@potbelliedolman8939]

Johnny and the gang did good! Those were some big logs!!!

[@patroberson2592]

Enjoyed the video and it’s always good to see Katriel.

[@benjaminstockton3917]

Good job Tim even though johnny couldn't mow the hill he still got a lot of work done thanks Tim

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep!

[@Drew6709]

Actually, would be a great job for a compact excavator with mower and Johnny. Let the excavator mow the hill, dig the fence out, do the main clean up and Johnny moving brush to the fire. Even a compact track loader would be a better option than Johnny.

[@Drew6709]

@@TractorTimewithTim I'm looking in a CONSTRUCTION VIEW and trying to hint to Christy to get bigger machinery. Johnny is great for these tight quarter jobs. But he doesn't have the lift capacity or lift height you need at times. I do have a compact tractor that i mow fields with and minor clearing jobs. I don't have a grapple. I mow, till gardens, grade gravel driveways, level yards/dirt piles. Times I wished I had a "Johnny" for tilling jobs i do. But more jobs I do I would prefer to leave the tractor at home and have more construction orientated machines that have higher lift capacity & lift height, more horsepower and heavier duty implements. My apologies.

[@mikehornsby599]

Jonnie has proven his self to be a beast in my book!!

[@terrell7466]

You guys are my favorite KZbinrs ever forever

[@compacttractortv5074]

great video yet again

[@leejohnson1790]

love your vids tim keep up the good work

[@jasonpanzer5097]

That was a fantastic video keep them coming and also how much work was done with Johnny I would love to get one myself someday I watch every video you make awesome job guys

[@cgchant9803]

great video tim love it

[@jasonbertrand3295]

Just delete the negative comments and go on with it. At least Katriel is inserted in this type of work and gets out and does this with the family! Keep up the great videos!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Jason!

[@mtbforthenation1233]

So true haha

[@dusty265]

I am beginning to think I might like a compact tractor, with full disclosure I am a fan and ummm collector of small to mid size dozers! Yeah can’t see bringing them where you work! Great stuff here!

[@georgegohr1767]

another great video, good to see your whole crew together again on the job. hi all.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks George!

[@collinwilliams8688]

If you want you can put pasture grass on that slope to reduce erosion.

[@mattphillips4260]

i dont care what people say johnny rocks even mine is great for small to med size jobs they fit them small areas so good and fast

[@lodprice2343]

Johnny picked up those trees like picking up matchsticks. That is going to be a nice looking property once all the brush is cleared.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, beautiful property. Lots of character!

[@hartleyhomesteadmichigan6041]

Nice job!

[@johngrober6244]

Flipflop day👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😂😂💕💕💕💕thx Nice vlog

[@seanbernard8889]

Keep up the good work

[@bruceberry1363]

Hello,I heard poison ivy mentioned, please be careful and be sure not to burn any! Keep up the good work !

[@samaidan9208]

Love the videos I’m 13 and I want to get a 1025r I have a bobcat but u know u can’t just have one

[@kyleolle3557]

Easy/cheap way to start a brush pile. Save your old pillows in a garbage bag in the garage along with used oil. Take a pillow out and push it into the brush pile. Soak it good with the used oil and lite. It will burn for about 20 minutes and easily start the brush to burn. Don't use diesel or gasoline!

[@jonah327]

I LOVE THE GRAPPLE!!!! I want one so bad now. Is it safe to have the hydro hoses so close to the fire??? Quick drops are probably good but the long ones worry me. Love the videos!

[@AnthonyE_73]

Love u guys

[@fooddude9921]

Hey Tim, I just came across your channel yesterday and have been busy checking out all the great vids. Had no idea that little JD could handle a log that big - was it hollow, or solid? I also like the voice overs you and esp your wife do on these, it gives them a documental, The Endless Summer vibe to it. LOVE THE GRAPPLE!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Robert. The log was solid, but I’m sure it had rotted somewhat as it had likely been there for years. Must not have been TOO rotten because it didn’t burn up in that fire. Was still there the next time we visited (you’ll see that video this upcoming Sunday) Thanks for the kind words. Hope you check out all of our older videos. We have 300+ videos of this tractor in action.

[@crashmw21]

That’s like mowing my front yard I have gotten quite used to mowing my front yard but the first couple times was very scary but after two years with my 1026R but some days I do miss my little saber 2554

[@johnhenderson8360]

"Common Sense" is generally acquired one of two ways. Some people are born with it, and others gain it through experience.

[@FishFind3000]

I see the subs are growing nicely

[@mikefortune4796]

Hi Tim and Christy that grapple is worth is weight in gold id say its the best piece of equipment you have nice video

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I agree!

[@vacone1]

Tim I am changing my plans for an 3 series to an 1025r! I am amazed at the production you get.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Be careful, Dave. If you can swing a 3 series, I would recommend that you proceed. I am pushing Johnny to his limit for lots of the projects we attempt. Would be nice to be working well within the working range rather than at the limit.

[@tractorboy31]

I just pulled some 12 inch pine stumps out with my 57 JD 520. I was putting my front end up in the air and she was digging. I ended bouncing a bit when the tires found the many rocks in the ground. I pull hard one way then go another way. Took alot of effort for the ol girl but but they left the ground. One of my chains i broke a link(not thru but will if i dont fix it. Double clevis fix)and the grab hook looks like a slip hook. Lol. Ps my fit bit recorded i was in the exercise heart rate zone while the tractor was doing all the work

[@jolanni7]

Real? That is a real tractor. Love these things. Leave the old wall in there, build a new wall in front of it with pre fab blocks. Easy to do.

[@carm29231]

Can't wait to see what vinny can do to that hill! Congrats on 47,000 followers!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks for being one of them!

[@michigantler5046]

good one

[@lenbrow9698]

nice one

[@akbychoice]

We have a poorly constructed retaining wall along the creek on our property too. I hope to drive piles in and back fill it to secure the edge better.

[@benhogan6987]

Another great video...thanks Tim!!! Becareful burning if there is poison ivy in it. That could be a bad situation.

[@thirstywolfpack3977]

That grapple is awesome

[@toxrozzx8158]

Here i'am past 23 pm watching Johnny working hopefully he will be able to make me sleep ^_^

[@loganrench5680]

A sprayer on the back.of johnny with hand held spray wand would of been perfect for this job after you got everything cut and cleaned up to knock down the ivy and other vegetation the so it didn't grow out of control again

[@trcass1]

Tim, absolutely love your "Johnny" videos. They give me a lot of ideas....lol. Your loader seems to handle more than mine does. Do you have an additional pump on it? Do you need additional pumps for the grapple? i just have the connections for the bucket. Keep those videos coming.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

No additional pump. There is a diverter kit required for the grapple. I have a video about it.

[@trcass1]

cool, i'll chek it out

[@waltermattson5566]

It’s nice to watch tractors getting used in real world jobs instead of mowing grass that isn’t even long enough.

[@DXT61]

Father in law has a 1026r with loader, backhoe and belly mower. They are a LOT stronger than they look.

[@ericvortecmax]

My 3025e doesn’t like slopes either. Straight up and down isn’t too bad but the side slopes I avoid

[@jamesandrade1538]

To heat that fire up a little, I would occasionally go by and blow into the bottom with a leaf blower, stokes the fire quickly and keeps it burning hot?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

You would need quite a long extension on your blower! It was VERY hot. Could hardly get in there even with the tractor!

[@richardholbeck2710]

Excavators have buckets with "thumbs". Does the tractor's grappler have a scoop with "fingers"?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes. Two options. 1) a grapple! 2) add-a-grapple from precision manufacturing. Check it out!

[@Diantane22]

Can't climb hills? I've hauled several loads of brush, old concrete, stumps and dirt laden with black mold up the mountain behind my house. The 1025r is in four wheel drive, low range and 2,500 rpm. It conquers the mountain grade well.

[@Justin-fr2pn]

Maybe he could plaster that wall with some surewall and make it really strong again and keep it from falling apart. I do brick and block restoration and this is certainly going to cheaper than building a new wall.

[@donaldhoward8974]

I passed on one a year ago. Now I'm kicking my self. Good video

[@ArcticFlies56]

That small John Deere has a lot of power. I like the grappling teeth. I was amazed that the tractor could lift that tree up. I don’t think I would go into the fire as far as you did. You’re lucky that the hydraulic lines didn’t melt. I think you would be better off dropping the logs at the edge of the fire and then push it further in to keep the hydraulic lines away from the fire. Either that or weld a half round shield around them. Maybe you could get a welding blanket to wrap the lines in. I’m sure that fire isn’t good for your tires either.

[@jesseamaya4413]

Just wanted to reply about melting the hydraulic hoses. As long as you go in then right back out it's no problem. Have used much larger rubber tired tractors with a root rake on a front end loader to do the final cleanup on brush clearing operations and I have yet to melt either the hoses or tires. Just use a good dose of common sense.

[@jamesgibson3557]

There ya go get those hydraulic hoses near that fire. Seems legit to me.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Welcome to our channel.

[@chuckpolhamus5080]

Great vid Tim, however I do believe my friend you have mess with the hydraulic pressure it seems... I think at some point you should explain that to the viewers because what they are viewing is not a "stock" 1025.

[@CGProduction2021]

I just subscribed and I live less then a hour away from you guys

[@jerrybaker433]

Id like to help tim on a couple of projects

[@blitzburghbilly7813]

TAKE THAT YOU "NAYSAYERS" ! 👍🏼 ..... WELL DONE THERE (TIM & JOHNNY) ( KNUCKLE👊🏽BUMP ) T.T.W.T.

[@GrampysTractor]

Johnny again keeps out working the hand grapples. I could see Johnny's eyes get real big every time you drove into the burn pile

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Ha! Yea!

[@mightymoeexcavating754]

Casey is more effective for clearing brush,use Johnny to haul to fire, ty for the entertainment.

[@jaredrohde6612]

Love the scriptures tim!! Keep it up

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Christy puts lots of time into selecting just the right verse!

[@VeeDubJohn]

I was thinking the same thing. I was wondering who came up with the verses, they always fit well with the video. Now we know:-)

[@plowtruckdriver]

Hi Tim did anyone comment about burning poison ivy What happens if you get poison ivy in your lungs? It can also be inhaled if the poison plants are burned. The smoke may expose not only the skin to the chemical but also the nasal passages, throat, and lungs. Inhaled urushiol can cause a very serious allergic reaction. ... (Dermatitis is swelling and irritation of the skin.)

[@waynebrogdon9628]

This old house says to not burn poison ivy, because then it’s airborne. If I understand them correctly

[@28cruzin]

Absolutely!!! Don't burn poison Ivy. It gets in your lungs! My mother-inlaw wound up in the hospital. Tough way to learn that lesson.

[@mi2tn]

Seeing as you had the FEL on I guess you could call that a hill. At least the FEL will make it feel like one. :)

[@TractorTimewithTim]

We almost titled this episode "Is it a mountain or a mole hill?" You would view it as a mole hill!

[@bigjim5723]

loved the dog sounds ur wife made at the end-so did she get her cookie-or better yet-ice cream on the way home?? ha! Charley boy doesn't even half to make any noise-he just lifts his paw to point to the ice cream stand-or.....stands in front of the freezer here at home. lol

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Her little dog whine is priceless.

[@bigjim5723]

ha! ha! yes it is.

[@rodneyhendrix1292]

K, I can remember way back "when" my dad sent me to get some work shoes on as we were tearing down a old garage, my quick response answer was ( FLIP-FLOPS)!!!!!! I just bet that it was it wasn't Jonny who was puckerd!!!

[@JustJayC]

Rodney Hendrix My boys are sent to the house when they wear slides or crocs to the barn. It isn't beach day!

[@stedder8436]

I wanna preface this comment by saying I mean absolutely nothing negative by it. I feel like your wife belongs in the 80’s. Anyway hope y’all are having an awesome weekend. We’re dealing with the hurricane here in NC. Take care

[@seansysig]

Katriel ticks are the worry for flip flops & shorts.

[@leehilton9932]

Steep slopes are right up vinnies alley. In some cases Johnny has competition with Vinny cause their both very useful at some of the same jobs.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep!

[@CGProduction2021]

And also I think your daughter is pretty cute

[@whspioneer89]

Did you turn the hydraulic pressure up on your new Johnny like you did your others?

[@sambritton4852]

Hi Tim great video, I was wondering if you took off the quick hitch on the back and put the mower directly on the arms would it lift it higher?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

No, the quick hitch actually adds a bit of lift height.

[@jasondavis3357]

Dang I need to get a sponsor

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Get 20 million views, and close to 50,000 subscribers, be mature and respectable, and you will have access to sponsors.