John Deere 3025e one year review

Just a quick video review of the tractor after a year. Spoiler alert...I don't have anything bad to say about it.

[@scottandersen420]

I love it when people say “I don’t have that kind of money to own green and yellow”. I say it’s cheaper to own the best. I love my 3032E, had her for about 320 days. Plows snow with a 5’ bucket like a champ. Nice video

[@envisionbybvinson7516]

I have had mine now about a week and 34 hours, same grapple, pretty much the same exact setup. I absolutely love it!! Absolutely zero complaints and this thing is a workhorse.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Glad you like yours. I’m very happy with mine. Take a look at the 360 video I did showing it work in some mud with the grapple. It’s got some capabilities for sure.

[@e4hagen]

Thank you for a review of actually working this machine!

[@dennish1919]

Man thanks so much for taking the time to do that vid. I'm about to be in the same situation with clearing some land to build my house and I am searching for the right machine and came across this vid. Preciate you botha !

[@PawPaws_Place]

Thank you. Look for the 360 video I did showing it in the thick of it. Also soon I will be doing a two year review. Spoiler alert- it still rocks!

[@07kodygsr]

My 3025E won't even pick up an 800lb hay bale.... but I won't trade it for anything. Absolutely love it

[@doon44]

That’s because it’s the max lift rating for that tractor. I have the same problem.

[@samuelhernandez9267]

Thanks for your review 👍🏻..I’m about to clear some land and you help me find the tractor for the job...

[@PawPaws_Place]

Glad I could help. Its been a good one for me. Going to be making a video soon with a lot more grapple work.

[@davidnelson2575]

Appreciate the review and how the tractor might be used.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Hope I have helped.

[@travis5269]

Just got one today, this was exactly what I needed to see to know I made the right choice. Can't wait to get my hands on it! I'll be digging, not clearing but I appreciate the 1 year review.

[@tylerbouck3555]

Got you a work horse! 🐎

[@PawPaws_Place]

I agree with Tyler. They are a work horse.

[@JustMakinDoFarms]

Great review, thanks for sharing.

[@PawPaws_Place]

My pleasure

[@cameronwiley3053]

I bought this same model and I really didn't know what I was getting into. I really only need to move round bales of hay. The rest of the time I just play around. Nice review.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Well since your moving round bales I would say this was the smallest you could get and still do that safely. At least you will have enough tractor to do a lot more things if they should come up. Glad you are enjoying it.

[@derekdreke4990]

That's one hell of a nice rig man 👌

[@PawPaws_Place]

Thanks. It’s working out perfectly for me. I recommend it to anybody clearing and cleaning.

[@DAWGnROADIE]

I ah e had mine three years. Used it professionally for gravel grooming, land clearing (brush clearing and fence line grooming. Also ground leveling/grading and erosion control. Just about everything you need to do on 1-50 acres. Only complaint I have is the location of the oil level dipstick. At 5 am it is nearly impossible to get the stick back in. Situated behind the loader support, you can’t put two eyes at the same time on the dipstick hole. Lastly, the location of the key, if you get on and off the tractor often, get some extra keys, you will hit the key with your shin and bend it. I went through several before I got the feel of where it is located.

[@PawPaws_Place]

100% agree with both of your complaints! The oil dipstick is ridiculous where they put it. And I too have bent my key. They should have put the key up on the dash panel. Would have been easy enough. Thanks for the comment. 👍

[@jjbirchard188]

Thanks man. Been looking for a replacement to my 35 year old 850 Deere. This looks like the ideal replacement for what has been a great Yanmar powered 850 Deere.

[@PawPaws_Place]

I’m glad to help. 👍

[@asabryan579]

Is a nice tractor sure will do good along side my massy 451 thanks for the review

[@PawPaws_Place]

I think that will be a great combination

[@MichaelCGatesMusic]

I'm old... it's not so bad ;) Just bought one of these. Don't have the backhoe attachment yet. Compared to my 2305, I feel like I have less pushing power. But I think that's because of the weight which will improve with the backhoe. I'm also hoping the backhoe has much more power than the 2305. I was worried that it wasn't much more horsepower. I love that front attachment! I might have to get one of those. We're cleaning 13 acres. Thanks for the review.

[@PawPaws_Place]

I hope it helped you make a decision.

[@gaffster787]

I put a Piranha toothbar on my 3025e bucket and it grabs small trees and brush at the base and rips them right out of the ground. Digs a lot better now as well. Yeah, the 3025e is a workhorse alright. With a rotary mower, box blade, towbar and forks there isn't much we can't do around here. Quick Hitch makes it a snap.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Man do I love my quick hitch. Every attachment gets fitted to work with it. Keeps my cursing jar a little less full. 😁

[@axellove1266]

I'm a landscaper I have a 2018 with 700hrs on it with not one single problem. It worked every day for 9months after hurricane Michael. Grappling trees. It gets pushed to the max on most jobs.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Thanks for the comment. It’s a true work horse. 👍

[@cowboygeologist7772]

Thanks for posting. They keep advertising on local TV the 3025E is 0% for 84 months at $139 / month. I would like one at my gold mine.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Do it. Its a work horse. Get one with a loader though for sure.

[@ericm6863]

Was your 3rd function Deere or an aftermarket kit? Love some details on what that install ran.

[@Elmobeaver]

Looking good

[@PawPaws_Place]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@rmlestes]

Thanks

[@schuck9326]

Very nice review. Does the 1200lb include the attachment? I have 2018 3025e with 300e loader and i read in a brochure lift capacity is aprox 850lb so I don't know how its measured. thanks.

[@PawPaws_Place]

This is the spec and these numbers do not include an attachment so you would deduct that. “Measured at pivot (U) 539 kg 1186 lb Measured at 500 mm ahead of pivot (V) 384 kg 845 lb” depending on how far the attachment puts the weight in front of the loader pins makes a huge difference in what it can lift. I have found with the grapple that things I can’t just directly pick up I can do so if I can rotate the grapple back with it putting the weight closer to the pins. Hope that helps explain it and that I didn’t make it clear as mud. 😂

[@cabotbluegill]

i have a JD 4210 bought new in 2002 worked the hell out of it backhoe, chipper snow blower brush hog have neverhad a repair that i did not do being stupid. I just bought a 3025 e has not been delivered yet I did not trade my other one in

[@kornfedkustoms1548]

Nice video, i might be making an offer on a 2015 3038e today ive been wondering if itll be big enough for my little 15acres i think itll be fine after watchin this

[@Rip1Outdoors]

did you put the diverter for the grapple on yourself? If so, what brand? thanks

[@PawPaws_Place]

Sorry the dealership put it on.

[@joaquin698]

Just came across your channel and subscribed; great review👌🏻🙏🏻.. Tks; what is a Box Blade or that attachment on the back? Do You think it would be posible to buy a used one, maybe a 2016 or 17 in good shape for a fair price? Or best would You recommend waiting and make the sacrifice to get a new one; don’t know a thing about tractors but a a very small farm 10 acres and need to make a living somehow, long story short, “Moving off the grit” and start farming and raising some livestock; any advise on the matter would be greatly appreciated. God Bless 🙏🏻. Stay Safe 👌🏻💪🏻👌🏻.

[@PawPaws_Place]

The box blade on the back is for moving dirt. More like dragging it along. It has a blade that when you set the upper link will dig into the dirt and scrape some away and drag it to wherever you go to. It affectively moves dirt from one place to another but not long distances. Then you would box blade it into a pile and move it with the loader. You can use the blade pulling or pushing. Getting a newer one v a used one is all a financial decision but I like the peace of mind of having a warranty. Especially since I am hard on this thing. It gets really used so its nice knowing its got that to fall back on, although I have yet to need to take it in for anything other than oil changes. Look at JD at different times also, they have 84 months 0% interest pop up some times. After the warranty is up I will do the oil changes myself. Do your research on farming. It can be done but tough to get into. Best wishes and keep in touch on your progress.

[@redwing1273]

Awesum...

[@markmccoy1304]

I bought a brand new JD 5045e 4 months ago. I had an LS 33 hp previously. I made a mistake with my purchase on the 5000 series. I do clearing and grading. Some Construction sites but mostly residential. A few problems I have are 1, it's way too heavy for most residential work. I had 45 yards of dirt delivered. Spread some of it then came a hard rain. The nexted 4 months I've tried to spread that dirt but I sink down to the axles. 2, The Loader lifts 3,600 lbs. When I pick up a load of gravel or dirt then back up, the Tractor teeter totters and starts to tip over to the right side. The saving grace is immediately slam your bucket down and it will straighten back up. If you don't you will turn over. I've almost turned over nearly 30x. Plus I have water and antifreeze in the rear tires and a 7' boxblade on the back. Someone said I needed to put 2000 more lbs on the back. Really? I sink down now! I really liked this Tractor when I got it but I realized it belongs in a pasture cutting fields. 3, Transporting this thing in traffic around Atlanta is a nightmare. So I can get a 3039 TLB for $40,000 before tax. A 3038 e TLB $31,000. Or a 40 HP LS TLB with more loader lift (about 2,200 lbs.) For $26,000. My question is, is the John Deere worth Fourteen thousand more? That's a chunk. Thanks guys. Mark.

[@PawPaws_Place]

How often are you using the pto? Do you really need the higher HP if your mostly doing loader work where the HP makes little difference. You may find a 3025e or 3032e will do all you need. See my 360 video that shows what a 3025e can do. Also maintenance and transportation of a smaller unit is much less. I pull the 3025e around with my f150 no problem. The bigger tractors need more trailer and more truck to safely move them any real distance. My opinion would be a smaller tractor with hydrostatic trans with less upfront cost and operating expenses. Hope this answer helps and best wishes.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Also a JD 3032e TLB is $26,744

[@PawPaws_Place]

A JD 3025e TLB is $24,283

[@markmccoy1304]

@@PawPaws_Place Hey Thanks!

[@brandtjustsayin]

I am very torn between the 3025 and the 1025, each with a loader and backhoe installed. On the one hand I have a 10 acre plot of raw land filled with cedar stumps, cedar trees, and interspersed fields that needs a lot of work and the 3025 would be ideal for it. On the other hand, I live in the city on a 3/4acre lot w/a pool, large fire pit for entertaining, and a few trees and I need something very maneuverable to work the landscaping projects I have in mind around the various obstacles. The larger lift and dig capabilities of the 3025 would be handy for building the stock pond and roads I have in mind on the 10. But the 1025 would be nimble enough to work around yard obstacles and I could probably afford a few more implements to go with it. Oh the dilemma! And your awesome review didn't help me make my decision. Lol

[@PawPaws_Place]

😂 sorry I couldn’t help better. Maybe look at a mini excavator. Maybe you should go that route.

[@brandtjustsayin]

@@PawPaws_Place lol. I thought about that but I like the versatility of the tractor. It can do a little of everything good instead of only one thing great. It really comes down to a combination of 3 factors for me; maneuverability, capability of the loader & backhoe & implements, and versatility. A tractor is right, its just a matter of which size I can afford and will still accomplish the tasks I need to complete with moderate or better than moderate efficiency. Each has advantages over the other but each has disadvantages too. Lol.

[@EmpassionProductions]

Man, I feel you there. I am in the exact same dilemma!! And I have to make a decision before year end

[@earthbreaker]

Hydraulics or hydros are a set pressure. Meaning 20hp or 100hp the pump can only do so much, it is maxed out at a curtain amount. So being other tractors share the same parts other than engine. More likely they will all do the same. Only place you will notice more hp is with a pto, or like a mower deck or a snowblower.. Loader work well that is all based off the pumps, and sounds like 24 hp is already maxing those out. Good little rig it seems..

[@PawPaws_Place]

Thanks for the info! This is exactly why I went with a 25hp. Don't have a need for the bigger hp and don't have to fool with the regen.

[@Thatcntrygirl1]

How’s your coolant doing?? On one other review the guy had the coolant tank always needing filled ..

[@PawPaws_Place]

I’ve never had a problem. I wonder if he has an issue that need to be looked at.

[@Thatcntrygirl1]

Twisted Pine that’s good to know.. sounds like he might have an issue

[@truthhurts3480]

Who installed your 3rs function, I also have a 3025. I’m in need of a grapple but which 3rd function do I get?

[@PawPaws_Place]

The John Deere dealership did it when I purchased it.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Let me find out which one I have. I mentioned this in a previous video. Let me see if I can find it.

[@permasealfinishing1273]

Just passed 100 hours on mine. Ran out of gas and sob- refilled and she cranked back up. Diesels aren’t what they used to be. Knocked a couple fitting lose and lost steering- tightened up and was back to work

[@PawPaws_Place]

I'm glad your repairs were simple. I have busted a tire valve and had to fix that and a couple hydraulic lines on the grapple but that's about it. Other than denting the front grill with limbs and stuff. :)

[@wulfclaw4921]

Just got a used one. I used the backhoe attatchment and worked great. Problem is it is cutting off while driving it. 10 feet, 30 feet, sometimes dies on the spot. I saw a video that showed servicing the sediment seperator and the fuel filter. So I dod all that. But am still having problems with the tractor moving with out shutting off. Is there a bleed off for the fuel line ? I don't care for all the computer bs- " push this button twice, and that one once", etc... Not real sure what to do with the thing now.

[@PawPaws_Place]

I will guess if you got it used it may have sat up a bit. First thing I would do is put some heet in the fuel tank to get any water out. Then I would inspect the fuel tank real good to see if there is any algae. I’m thinking you replaced the fuel filter and cleaned the separator. What did the fuel look like in the separator? Was there any contaminants or algae in it?

[@4-LOW]

Do you ever wish you had gone with the same tractor but more horsepower? My new 25 HP same size tractor as yours doesn't make enough to use high range. I can only work in medium or low range. High range won't even work when driving down the road if I get to an incline.

[@PawPaws_Place]

I have not as of yet. I have not needed any more HP yet. The difference in HP comes in when you need heavy HP demands for the PTO. But as I said I have cut some pretty tall stuff and found my 60” cuts just fine. But thicker “grass” may be a little harder. I also didn’t want any of the regen issues and that doesn’t come with the 25 HP. But each purpose is different and depending on what you will primarily be doing you may need to get more HP, but only you can answer that question. Best wishes.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Also going to be doing a two year 200 hour review soon.

[@angelmartinez7051]

I have the exact same model as yours but 2018 but I’m trying to find a grapple attachment for the 300e loader any recommendations?

[@PawPaws_Place]

www.armstrongag.com/app/download/6353569/BGR-BRUSH+RAKE+GRAPPLE.pdf

[@PawPaws_Place]

Get the BGR mini from your local distributor or direct if they can ship it to you.

[@deborahvelazquez7654]

Hi sr good morning we are looking for a tractor and we are thinking In a John Deere 25 hp something similar to the send using you make in yours is to clean our property some trees, cut grass and things like this,the price on this tractors are good also we was thinking on the 3rd function with the grapple my question for you is did you really recommend to us this tractor and thank you for this video help us a kite !

[@PawPaws_Place]

I would recommend completely this tractor. It will surpass your expectations every time.

[@truthhurts3480]

Could you do a video of your 3rd function connections?

[@PawPaws_Place]

I’ll try to get one done on it. 👍

[@PawPaws_Place]

I found this. Maybe it will help. It’s a better video than I could do. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKa7mJSEnqepmrM

[@MNic0369]

Which 3rd function do you have on your 3025E?

[@shanemarshall6985]

How did you pick up 1500-2000lb logs there rated at 975lb loader capacity and mine is struggling at that weight

[@PawPaws_Place]

Shane it’s rated 1200 lb at the pin. So using curling techniques and what I mentioned you can lift much more. Also that rating is to full height. You can lift much more just off the ground.

[@schuck9326]

@@PawPaws_Place Very nice review. Does the 1200lb include the attachment? I have 2018 3025e with 300e loader and i read in a brochure lift capacity is aprox 850lb so I don't know how its measured. thanks.

[@ShaneZettelmier]

Yup. On the hydraulics for your lift adjust your hydraulic pump, in general there’s a regulator setting on that and you can back that off a bit and increase your lift capacity or Hydraulic pressure. It basically just lets it pump a little harder. I agree with everything you said on this as far as applications, the only advantage I can see would be maybe a one series like a 1025 for mowing but only if you’re into a manicured perfect Lawn, I would much rather have that and a rough cut brush hog. I think that’s pretty much the perfect compact tractor.

[@PawPaws_Place]

I think I have plenty of lift. Already lift the tires a lot of the time and they are full of water. But I put the box blade on the back and that helps. Thanks for watching.

[@DUDGYFAB]

I must have issues with my loader if you can lift the rear wheels off the ground. Mine can't lift shit. Very dissapointed with loader lifting capacity. I have a 2018 3038E. So same thing as yours. I'm not expecting it to lifts huge heavy items, but just normal stuff around my acreage it keeps dissapointing me when i try to lift something up.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Sorry to hear that man. There is some hydraulic pressure adjustment that I think the dealership can do. You might want to take it to them and tell them you think it’s not lifting as much as you think it should. Make sure the pressures are adjusted to the max allowed values.

[@climber222]

I hear the same thing and the jd specs are crap. That's why I'm probably going for the kioti ck3710, will lift double the jd e and much better specs for the same money.

[@yellow3222]

I also have 3025E 2020-21 I’ve had it for 5 months now has 137hrs I payed $18.5k just loader . I should make a review video also

[@PawPaws_Place]

You should do one for sure. Give an update on how it has performed doing the things you’ve asked of it. 👍

[@TheSuperDupler]

How do you think that grapple would do on a 2025e? what model did you get

[@PawPaws_Place]

It’s an Armstrong AG brush mini grapple. It’s 60”. It weighs about 400lb. I think the 2025 has a lift capacity around 830 lb. to max height. So you could lift much more at lower heights. Depending on what your going to do it may be perfect for you. You won’t have any problem lifting it or using it, but how much you can lift all depends. If your going to be cleaning brush and debree it will work great I think, but lifting heavy timber you may find it hard to do with a 2025. I would speak to your sales guy and see if they have a recommended model for the 2025.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Here’s a link to one. www.eppersontractor.com/New-Inventory-2020-Armstrong-Ag-Material-Handling-5-BGR-Mini-Grapple-Lorena-Texas-6663375

[@PawPaws_Place]

And I’m not a dealer. I’m just a operator. This is just my opinion.

[@TheSuperDupler]

@@PawPaws_Place thanks. I've watched quite a few different guys on youtube and my work seems to resemble yours the most. I live up in the mountains so the main goal is to clear out all the small trees and brush and take them to a burn pile.

[@doon44]

How do you pick up a 1500-2000 pound log when the life rating on that is just under 900 pounds? Overclock the hydraulics?

[@PawPaws_Place]

The maximum lift at the link pins is 977 lb. That’s lifting to maximum height. You can lift much more off the ground but it won’t get all the way up and you wouldn’t want to anyway. You can also maneuver the grapple in a way with the trans to help it lift even more. But you do have to be careful about tipping and not damaging the front axle. If you are going to be lifting maximum weight you should keep the wheels inside for axle safety but if you will be lifting normal weight you can flip them for better roll over protection. Best wishes.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Also that is a guess. I could be wrong about lifting up to 2000 but I would bet good money it gets 1500 a couple feet off the ground. But I may lose that beat too. 😂 I don’t have no scale so it’s all guessing.

[@mikeforcerer8537]

I want one of these to play farm on my 10 acres lol

[@PawPaws_Place]

They are very helpful. Wait till the end of the year and get a deal on one of the last few.

[@mikeforcerer8537]

@@PawPaws_Place Great, i'll keep that in mind. I'm going to go look tomorrow.

[@fogt1430]

My 3 point arms rub the tires when using implements

[@PawPaws_Place]

You might need to adjust the chains.

[@blunitehawk]

Sold me today

[@PawPaws_Place]

You will be happy with one.

[@rowesyful]

It’s fun to tell the wife little lies😂

[@PawPaws_Place]

It’s all in good fun. She’s always a good sport. 😊

[@billyroberts7266]

My 3025E is gutless, I have to finesse it to get anything done.

[@PawPaws_Place]

You may have a need for a bigger tractor if you can’t get it to do what you need it to do. I have had no problem getting my 3025 to do anything I ask of it. But maybe what you think is your finesse making it happen is actually how you should be doing it to begin with. But a bigger tractor can’t hurt. A 3025 can’t do everything.

[@cornwasher]

Pulling power is the same? Really? Latch on a nice old heavy two bottom plow or set of tandem discs and see if that tractor couldn't use another 10-15hp. I guarantee.... you will wish it did.

[@PawPaws_Place]

I would not use this tractor for any full time plowing of any kind because it’s not a frame size to do that. I would look more at a 5 series for that. As for discing I pull a 5’ 8 blade at full can’t no problem. Thanks for pointing out the plowing issue though. I totally agree with that. This isn’t the one for plowing no matter the HP you choose. It’s just too light in the behind.

[@inthedarkwoods2022]

Kubota L2501 is better.

[@PawPaws_Place]

Every one has their own choice in colors.