1023ESub-Compact Tractor
- Powerful Final Tier 4-compliant diesel engine
- AutoConnect™ mid-mower deck can be installed or removed in less than 5 minutes
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1023E
Features
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Drive-over deck makes connection simple
Twin Touch™ pedals
Standard 4WD and power steering make 1 Family Tractors excellent for mowing
Open operator's station (1025R shown)
Foldable Roll-Gard ROPS
Standard (and optional) lighting shown
Instrumentation
Suspension seat
Mower deck height-adjustment knob
Beverage holder and additional storage
Fuel fill and fuel gauge locations
Mid-mower lift system options
Spend more time working and less time switching equipment with easy implement swaps
Drive-over deck makes connection simple
1 Family Tractors are designed to minimize the time and effort needed to switch-out implements to accommodate different jobs.
- AutoConnect Deck System: Connect a mid-mount mower deck to the tractor in less than 60 seconds without leaving the seat except to lock the gauge wheels.
- Load-N-Go attachment: Easily move your 54D or 60D AutoConnect Deck with your John Deere Loader after it has been disconnected from the tractor with the Load-N-Go ramps.
- Quik-Park™ Loader System: 120R Quik-Park™ Loaders are designed for easy mounting and removal in about a minute, with no tools needed.
- Quik-Tatch™ front hitch: Save time switching front implements like a snow blower, rotary broom, or front blade without tools.
- iMatch™ quick-hitch: Easily hookup Category 1 implements in seconds using three fixed points to back in and pick up rear implements without leaving the seat
- Position control hitch: Set the rear hitch height and then consistently lower the hitch to the exact height every time, which is especially useful in grading and leveling applications.
- Quik-Knect™ system: Connect power take-off (PTO)-driven implements quickly and with low physical effort. The Quik-Knect system utilizes one connector for the tractor’s PTO shaft and a designated connector for each implement which eliminates twisting and forcing splines to align.
1 Family Tractors can have up to three implements mounted simultaneously due to standard dual selective control valves (SCVs), allowing you to switch from using one implement to another without stopping to adjust. When a third SCV kit is added, the number of possible combinations is greatly increased.
Quickly and easily change speed and directions with Twin Touch foot controls and Hydrostatic transmission (HST)
Twin Touch™ pedals
The hydrostatic transmission’s infinite ground speeds and direction of travel are both controlled with the Twin Touch foot pedals.
- Ideal for loader or mower applications where frequent direction and speed changes are needed
- No clutching for fast direction changes
- Match the job at hand with infinite ground speeds
Excellent maneuverability and easy operation with standard four-wheel drive (4WD) and power steering
Standard 4WD and power steering make 1 Family Tractors excellent for mowing
Both 4WD and power steering are standard equipment on the 1 Family Tractors. This combination allows for excellent maneuverability and ease of operation.
- Narrow overall width allows you to work in tight areas where most compact tractors just cannot fit. The 144.8-cm (57-in.) wheel base and 119.4 cm (47 in.) overall width gives great stability for all types of terrain.
- Power steering means fewer turns of the steering wheel than manual steering, which is especially valuable when mowing around obstacles or during front loader work.
- High horsepower-to-weight ratio makes the 1 Family Tractors a good choice for a variety of tasks. The overall tractor weight reduces ground compaction and makes them excellent for mowing.
- The fully-independent power take-off (PTO) allows engaging and disengaging of the PTO without stopping tractor movement. This is important when driving across obstacles such as driveways while mowing.
Comfortable and convenient open operator’s station
Open operator's station (1025R shown)
The 1023E open operator station is designed for greater comfort and increased visibility.
Comfortable operation
- Thick, textured rubber floor mat reduces vibrations and absorbs shock and noise.
- Step-through flat platform and fender-mounted handrails make it easy to get on and off the tractor from either side.
- Controls are conveniently located next to the fenders and are color-coded for quick identification.
- Easy-lift hood with dual gas-charged lift struts as standard equipment. A simple flip of the latch lets you open the rugged composite hood, providing wide open access to the engine compartment.
- Foldable rollover protective structure (ROPS) keeps you protected during operation and improves the ability to store tractor in a garage.
Foldable Roll-Gard ROPS
Foldable Roll-Gard™ ROPS is standard equipment on 1023E.
Increased visibility
Standard (and optional) lighting shown
- Sloping hood design provides improved visibility especially during front loader work
- Standard lighting equipment allows you to work from early in the morning to late at night:
- Two front-mounted sealed-beam halogen headlights
- Two amber-flashing warning/hazard lights mounted on the side of the ROPS with reflectors
- Built-in tail light on one warning/hazardous light
- Additional front- and rear-light kits are available
Instrumentation
Instrumentation
Updated instrumentation is standard equipment for operating convenience and confidence. Instrumentation includes:
- Tach/hour meter
- Oil-pressure indicator light
- Alternator-indicator light
- Flashing-warning lights
- Coolant-temperature light
Suspension seat
Suspension seat
The spring suspension seat adjusts fore/aft for operator convenience. The seat adjustment lever is located in the center under the seat area. The seat flips forward for protection from the elements.
Mower deck height-adjustment knob
Mower deck height-adjustment knob
- The mower deck height-adjustment knob allows the mower height to be adjusted from 2.5 cm to 10.2 cm (1 in. to 4 in.).
- A spring-loaded detent ensures the height position is locked into place.
- The transport lock position holds the deck 10.2-cm (4-in.) from the ground, so that rear implements can be used separately while the mower is installed.
Beverage holder and additional storage
Beverage holder and additional storage
The beverage holder is contour-molded and seated into the fender for a clean look. It is conveniently located and dual-sized to accommodate many containers. The placement of the cup holder is within arm's reach.
Additional storage is conveniently placed into the fender for loose items like keys and work gloves.
Fuel fill and fuel gauge locations
Fuel fill and fuel gauge locations
The fuel fill location is conveniently accessible on the left-hand side fender. The fuel gauge is located in close proximity to make the fuel refilling process easier.
Flexibility in operation with multiple mid-mower lift system options
Mid-mower lift system options
Mid-mower lift system options
Standard mechanical mower lift
The standard mechanical mower lift system moves the mower in conjunction with the rear implements and comes factory-installed on 1 Family Tractors.
Optional hydraulic mower lift
The optional hydraulic mower lift system allows the mower to be raised and lowered independently of the rear implements. It uses the loader joystick to lift and lower the mower deck.
Optional independent hydraulic mower lift
The optional independent hydraulic lift system allows the mower to be raised and lowered independently of the rear and front implements. It operates using a rocker switch mounted on the tractor, located at the operator’s left knee.
For more information on this mid mower lift system click here.
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Key Specs
| Engine power (gross) | SAE J1995 rated power: 16 kW 21.5 hp 21.8 PS at 3200 rpm |
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| Power take-off (PTO) power | 11.1 kW 14.9 hp |
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| Steering hydraulics | 13.2 L/min 3.5 gpm |
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| Implement hydraulics | 13.2 L/min 3.5 gpm |
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| Hitch type | Limited Category 1 | |||
| Lift capacity, 24-in. behind link arms | 344 kg 758 lb |
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| Standard transmission; forward/reverse | Hydrostatic - two range | |||
| Cruise control | No | |||
| Approximate shipping weight (open-station; cab) | Open station: 656 kg 1446 lb Cab: Not applicable |
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| Wheelbase | 1450 mm 57.1 in. |
Engine
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| Manufacturer | Yanmar® | |||
| Engine model | 3TNM74F-NCJT | |||
| Engine power (gross) | SAE J1995 rated power: 16 kW 21.5 hp 21.8 PS at 3200 rpm |
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| Power take-off (PTO) power | 11.1 kW 14.9 hp |
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| Rated engine speed | 3200 rpm | |||
| Type | Diesel | |||
| Injection pump type | Indirect injection | |||
| Aspiration | Natural | |||
| Emissions compliance | Final Tier 4 | |||
| Cylinders/displacement | Three cylinders: 0.993 L 60.6 cu in. |
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| Number of cylinders | Three | |||
| Cylinder liners | Cast-in-block | |||
| Bore and stroke | 74 x 77 mm 2.91 x 3.03 in. |
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| Compression ratio | 23.5:1 | |||
| Lubrication | Pressurized | |||
| Cooling system | Water pump | |||
| Air cleaner | Dual element | |||
| Engine torque at rated speed | 47.7 Nm 35.2 lb-ft |
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| Fuel tank capacity | 24 L 6.3 U.S. gal. |
Electrical
| Battery size | 500 CCA | |||
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| Alternator (12-V) | 40 amp | |||
| Starter size | 1.2 kW 1.6 hp |
Fuel system
| Type | Indirect injection | |||
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Transmission
| Standard transmission; forward/reverse | Hydrostatic - two range | |||
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| Optional transmission; forward/reverse | ||||
| Left-hand reverser | No | |||
| Transmission gear ranges | ||||
| Final drive | Spur gear | |||
| Brakes | Wet disc (left-hand pedal) | |||
| Steering | Power | |||
| Clutch, wet/dry | ||||
| Clutch disk diameter wet clutch | ||||
| Axle capacity | Front 612 kg 1349 lb Rear 715 kg 1576 lb |
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| Creeper | No | |||
| Cruise control | No | |||
| Differential lock | Yes | |||
| Drawbar maximum vertical load |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center | |||
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| Pump rated output | Steering 13.2 L/min 3.5 gpm Implement 13.2 L/min 3.5 gpm 24 L/min 6.3 gpm |
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| Pump type | Single gear | |||
| Maximum operating pressure | 138 bar 2000 psi |
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| Draft control sensing | Select control | |||
| Remote control valves available | Three |
3-point hitch
| Type | Limited Category 1 | |||
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| Lift capacity, 24-in. behind link arms | 344 kg 758 lb |
Power take-off (PTO)
| Standard | Rear: 540 rpm Mid: 2100 rpm |
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| Control | Independent | |||
| Clutch | Wet disk | |||
| Brake (for mid and rear PTO) | Wet disk | |||
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Fluid capacities
| Crankcase with filter | 2.7 L 2.9 gal. |
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| Transmission and hydraulic system | 12.3 L 3.2 gal. |
Final drive
| Type | Spur gear | |||
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| Differential lock | Yes |
Operator station
| Rollover protective structure | Type Foldable Yes |
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| Platform - flat/straddle | One-piece semi flat | |||
| Gear shift location - console/floor | Left-hand side |
Cab
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Dimensions
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| Wheelbase | 1450 mm 57.1 in. |
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| Front axle clearance | 195 mm 7.7 in. |
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| Turning radius with brakes | ||||
| Turning radius without brakes | Outside front tire: 2.51 m 8.2 ft |
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| Limited slip differential | No | |||
| Approximate shipping weight (open-station; cab) | Open station: 656 kg 1446 lb Cab: Not applicable |
Tires
| Front | R3 Turf: 18x8.50-10 R4: 18x8.5-10 |
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| Rear | R3 Turf: 26x12-12 R4: 26x12-12 |
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| Front tread range | 931 mm 36.7 in. |
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| Rear tread spacing | 895 mm 35.2 in. |
Miscellaneous
| Toolbox | Yes | |||
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| Tilt steering wheel | ||||
| 12-V Outlet |
Additional information
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AUGUST 10, 2024
Great tractor
5/5
We bought one of these tractors used and it has made doing work so much easier and mowing so much faster would definitely buying this one if you are looking into a small compact tractor
blake b
From: Virginia
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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AUGUST 9, 2024
Best present ever
5/5
My brother decided that turning 66 and eorking in the yard in this heat didnt go together, so he took me out for my bday and winded up at johne deere in marshall where he bpught me my tractor,, havent used it much due to heat but love riding around in it for now, cant wait for cooler temps to go out and play
Rauldeb1
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AUGUST 9, 2024
JD 1023e
4/5
Besides it having to be fixed four times, it doing good. Extra hours and time at the dealer was a pain in the rear. JD complaint rep didn't call when he said, but a week later. Not a great experience so far with the company, but machine works for now. Bad experience for my first tractor. Hope it gets better, so I can be proud to own JD equipment.
Derrick3181
From: Munfordville, Kentucky
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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JULY 2, 2024
5/5
So far the John Deere tractor has been one of the best investments for me. In fact I just got in to the house at 8:30pm because every evening I am excited to get on it and cut and clear pathways on my 10 acres. Mostly wooded so the tractor is small enough to move throughout comfortably for me. I use it to push and tug tree limbs, it’s just fun and relaxing for me.
Endless Summer
From: Madison Mississippi
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
5
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JUNE 27, 2024
Never meet (or buy) your hero!
2/5
I had a childhood friend who's family owned a JD dealership, so I've always yearned to own a NEW tractor. We bought a 1023 last fall after I compared three different companies online. After a month one of the pullies blew apart on the mower deck -yes it was covered, but should there have been any question? Then there's the seats on a JD. Is it me or is it a 'gangster seat'? The backrest on the moulded seat is somewhat reclined. I found the same issue of back pain after cutting the grass with our previous Front Mower unit. I called the dealer to inquire what could be done. They offered a 'deluxe' seat. It was no better, except it wasn't moulded so I was able to redrill and tap a new set of holes so the back rest is at 90⁰, yeah it may seem weird but it's a game changer! The mid-PTO control arm dislodged from the PTO because the bolt snapped and the pinch ring washer flew off somewhere. Bare in mind, I use the 1023 to cut about 2ac of grass. Nothing crazy, just cut grass.
Really wish there was a grace period to return this tractor, because it wasn't too long after we took possession that we figured the orange one would've been a better choice..sorry..mmmm not sorry!
Mtn top Yeller
From: PEI, CA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
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JUNE 22, 2024
Very capable machine.
4/5
Have used for over a month now. Gear shift lever is very difficult to engage and seems to be sloppy. There is no way to determine cut height. Fuel gage is not properly calibrated. Otherwise a great workhorse.
Whatever
From: Johnstown, Ohio
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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JUNE 13, 2024
4/5
I’ve had the 1023E for about a month and have been using it almost every day. My biggest complaint is that it is very difficult to put into and out of gear. The gear shift is extremely loose. Of minor concern is the fuel guage is not properly calibrated. Otherwise a great workhorse.
1023
From: Johnstown, OH
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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JUNE 11, 2024
4/5
Purchased this tractor primarily for landscaping around our new homestead. The model chosen was the smallest “real” tractor we needed to maneuver around our very tight spaces. Haven’t done much landscaping yet, but we have used it to move large rocks, lift furniture and appliances for our move-in and help neighbors with heavy lifting needs. The machine is easy to operate and does everything we need it to do. Definitely would buy it again. No regrets.
Timbob
From: Lamoine ME
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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MAY 24, 2024
For my needs it’s perfect.
5/5
At 70 years old this is my first tractor. I have 2.5 acres of suburban property in Maine, half of which is wooded that I maintain. I don’t cut my lawn with it.. I have a bucket and forks. I also have waterfront beach property that washes over with 30-40 yards of sand every couple years, normally 1 yards annually. This tractor fits my needs perfectly. 30 hours in first month. If it was a larger unit it would be cumbersome on my property. I can’t think of anything I don’t like about it.
Stormy
From: Scarborough Maine
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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APRIL 24, 2024
Newly Purchased
4/5
The tractor is great and will help us a lot on our property. However, it won’t raise or lower the mid-mower deck. So it already needs repair. We purchased it a month ago.
Dave541
From: Oregon
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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APRIL 13, 2024
First John Deere
5/5
Works well for what I need around the property. Bucket could use more lift power. Hard time lifting a bucket of wet top soil. First John Deere, love it🙂
Digger231
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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MARCH 29, 2024
The Little Giant
5/5
Perfect size for me. I have 2 1/2 Acres & live in a neighborhood. It's small enough that I can use it around my house without destroying my yard. Yet, big enough to handle lots of larger projects. I've bought about every single attachment I think I'll ever need & have yet to be disappointed.
Rhett
From: Georgia
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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JANUARY 28, 2024
Great for what I want to do with it
5/5
I bought the tractor a month ago an very happy with it thanks guy an thank Eddie for the help
Curtis mink
From: Bell county ky
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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JANUARY 22, 2024
Highly recommend
5/5
I’ve had friends come over and help with their tractors but decided to get our own.Looked at all the other brands but went with a Deere cause of ease of finding parts,service and reputation.The 1025r may be fancier and have alittle more hp but I wish I had this machine when I was younger because its awesome for what it is!!Also love all the aftermarket parts available for it.
Gibby71
From: Oak Ridge,NJ
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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JANUARY 13, 2024
4/5
I like the tractor but I do not understand why the idle is so high 1600 rpms it idles way to fast and burns a lot of fuel at the idle
Farmer Fred
From: Coal Center Pa.
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
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NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Awesome tractor
5/5
I have been using this tractor for several months doing lots of work with it, hauling rock, dirt, wood, it is great! The tiller and mower are awesome. Perfect for my needs.
Shane R
From: Lebanon OR
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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NOVEMBER 26, 2023
More than capable for a homeowner with a acre lot
4/5
Overall very happy with the tractor. I have found it to be a little underpowered for some of the things I have tried to do with it. Quite adequate when moving dirt and other material around, But lacking power when I tried to remove a stump. I did eventually remove it but it took a lot more time than I would have thought. I do love how quickly the mower deck can be removed.
Rollsguy75
From: SW Florida
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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NOVEMBER 25, 2023
Nice small tractor
5/5
I have about 25 hours on this compact loader, so far it has done everything I was expecting it to do, no problems yet, but as of now, I only have about 25 hours on it, I use it mostly for maintaining roads around me with a 5 foot box scraper
Alger steve
From: Alger Michigan
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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NOVEMBER 23, 2023
1023E
5/5
Truly enjoying my 1023E John Deere. It was difficult at first once I removed the PTO from the driveshaft to re-engage it back. But mission accomplished after cleaning both Driveshaft and PTO from all old grease and debris and regreasing it again helped emincely!
Beloved77
From: Tx
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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NOVEMBER 23, 2023
Great I love my tractor
5/5
I bought my sub tractor and am glad I bought it I made the best decision to purchase it thanks you
Mspike505
From: New Mexico Albuquerque
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Attaching and detaching the front loader easy.
5/5
Easy to start and run. I can use it all day without overheating problems that I experienced with other tractors.
JayP
From: Broad Run, Virginia
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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NOVEMBER 21, 2023
For an economy tractor, it has the options I want.
4/5
I bought this in August, 2023. I got a 60" auto connect mower & 54" tiller. It has plenty of power for grass cutting; took me a few times to get used to the rear back up feature with the mower running- I really like that feature.
Big How 2
From: Preston county, WV
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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NOVEMBER 21, 2023
1023e Gets R Done without the Gingerbread
4/5
I've had the 1023e since Spring and it's performing the way I expected it to....taking care of grass cutting on a steep hill will heavy wet, muddy areas. I like that it it does not have all the gingerbread of the 1025r but I do wish they would have included a more comfortable seat with arm rests. (Definitely not worth stepping up to the 1025r for.) Looking forward to plowing snow with it this winter
KAVAR
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NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Handles like a sport car.
5/5
There is no work to it. Just play! It makes short work of anything I need it for. The front loader is just the ticket for picking tools up and moving them where need around the farm. The highlight of the workday is to drive this tractor.
The Deer
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NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Performs great
5/5
I bought this about 3 months ago. Has performed very well. I have had no problems. I should have bought the next size up to complete what I need to do.
Tedh
From: Eustis fl
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Yes, I recommend this product
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MAY 16, 2023
John Deere 1023E with mowing deck and bucket
5/5
I have had this tractor since 2014. I do the regular maintenance and keep it looking new. Runs like it should and does everything I need it to do. I love this tractor and now all I need is the backhoe to make it complete for my other needs of digging up stuff and making some holes. I have pulled things out of the ground stumps, poles ect with no issues.
John Deere
From: Henrico VA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
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APRIL 10, 2023
Hands down, the best money spent!
5/5
You would have to see it to believe it! I have dug up trees with the front end loader that was 18" ~ 24" in diameter. I've cleared my 5 acres with this little tractor and have not had any problems. I've moved trucks load of dirt also this last year, and I will tell you it is a beast for what it is!
Basspro
From: Conway, AR
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
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JANUARY 2, 2023
Our 1023e has paid for itself in only 2 years.
5/5
We bought our 1023e (kids named it Scoop) in spring of 2020 to do earthmoving on our hillside mini farm in LA area. We use it for moving and leveling dirt monthly, but also it gets used for about a million other things we WEREN’T expecting to use it for.
We move & stack railroad ties for retaining walls, tow farm wagons, push/pull old cars around, and generally use it as a mule around the property. The amount it has saved us on hiring contractors and renting equipment has already covered it’s cost—especially after a couple big rains where we had to clear mud flows and move fallen trees.
ChrisC
From: La Habra Heights, California
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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DECEMBER 28, 2022
Overall a great machine!
5/5
Bought mine in 2014 have had no problems at all! Some features I hope have changed since then. Light switch position,better seat, front axle vent standard. Price could come down closer to other top brand tractors! Dealers should give actual dates tractors for manufactured. Mine was 2 years older than I thought.
Ronk
From: Pooler Georgia
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
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DECEMBER 21, 2022
Great little tractor!
5/5
We bought this tractor two years ago and it has been a great asset to the farm. We have the auger attachment and the mowing deck; both have made our lives so much easier. Our only regret is not getting the loader bucket too! But that is on our list to buy.
FeralDen
From: Six Mile, SC
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
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JANUARY 9, 2022
Great little tractor
5/5
I bought my John Deere 1023e in the spring of 2021 for doing yard work and for snow removal. This is a good working little tractor. This is great for small to medium properties. Very easy to operate.
Frankieofpa
From: Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
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JULY 7, 2021
Excellent MAchine
5/5
This tractor maybe one of the smallest, but don't let it turn you away. I've hoisted pickup truck cabs and also 8ft pickup truck beds with no issue. Great hard working machine and will do pretty much anything I need around the house.
Klbouchard15
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
MAY 24, 2021
Money pit
1/5
Was getting ready to retire and wanted to buy my final tractor, last one lasted 20 years, I bought the John Deere 1023e, and every time I use it something breaks down and cost hundreds to replace. Live on my dream farm but seriously thinking I will have to move. 6 acres of land and due to this tractors expense and down time I can't keep up. Really sad.
Mowtire
From: Clarksville, ohio
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
1
1
4
FEBRUARY 27, 2021
Great little tractor for 3 acres.
5/5
I just purchased my 1023e 2 months ago. I have 120 r loader,boxscrape and also bought a set of Deere 42 inch pallet forks.
I decided not to purchase the drive over deck.I purchased a Speeco quick hitch at Agri supply. I'm well pleased so far with my purchase. The pallet forks are convenient to have and the quick hitch makes changing implements so easy.I also use a 6ft. Woods scraper blade that is quick hitch compatible.You can accomplish many tasks on your property with this little machine.
Bigjeffie62
From: South Carolina
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
5
DECEMBER 15, 2020
The 1023E: Why did I wait so long to get one?!
5/5
Keep in mind I'm old John Deere hand from back in the 60's. I've always been biased towards John Deere due to actual experience with many different tractor and implement manufactures from back then. Today I'm retired, permanently disabled due to my back, and up until now I've not had any relationship with farming and equipment since back then.
What a godsend! In three weeks I managed to clear the entirety of my property of tumbleweed, grease plant, assorted other brush, and landscape everything right from the seat of my new John Deere tractor using the 120R bucket loader and the 48" Frontier Box Scraper. All from the comfort of the seat of my tractor which I couldn't believe would be so comfortable.
I live in the high desert mountains of California where wildfires are a real threat and weed abatement is a must. I scraped everything down to the desert sand and it looks great! No more fire hazard. On top of that, filled in all the low spots, dressed off the perimeter fence line, and then set to bringing in the firewood.
The disk between the vertebrae in my spine is just plain gone. Hence I can't bend over and straighten up to accomplish what most would take for granted. Thanks to my new John Deere tractor and the bucket loader I can simply drive over to the firewood where I have it delivered and stacked, put the bucket down on the ground right next to it, then bend over one time to load the bucket brimming full. Then it's use the bucket loader arms to pull myself back up, slip into the seat, and drive right to the front door where I raise the bucket to chest level and take the firewood from the front door right to the woodstove hearth and stack it. No longer do I have to hope my son shows up to visit to bring in the firewood for me. I can once again do it for myself and have the benefit of enjoying it in the process.
Next project, three point hitch mounted PTO driven generator for when the power goes out. Love that iMatch Quick Connect!
Pros
- comfortable to ride and use
- small tractor does the big boy jobs
- nothing runs like a deere
Cons
- needs a three point hitch float position
- should come with a free jd hoodie sweatshirt
From: Weldon, Ca.
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
JULY 7, 2020
Great Investment
5/5
This small tractor was one of the best investments I've made for my place out in the country. I till, dig, haul, drag, push, and in the winter I plow a lot of snow at my place. No regrets other than waiting so long to make the purchase.
FarmerD
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
JUNE 22, 2020
Impossible to connect hydraulic “quick disconnect”
1/5
No support numbers. Hydraulic quick disconnect ...sure disconnect ...just try to connect. Never mind moving levers to lose hydraulic pressure that doesn’t work. Can’t hammer them on even. Nothing quick about that.So...can’t use mower or bucket. No support from dealer or website. So it sits. Sell, sell sell once that’s done good luck.
Phred
From: SD
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
2
2
1
DECEMBER 6, 2019
Can't beat the quality for the money spent
5/5
This tractor has easily done everything I've asked it to do. I bought it with the 120R FEL and the 54" AutoConnect Deck. I've also used it with the attachments I already had, a 4' box blade and a 4' bush hog. It replaced my 2001 445, which also had a 40 FEL and the above mentioned attachments, but the 1023E despite being of the same hp rating is easily 50% to twice as much tractor without being much larger. My 445 served me very well, but now I wish I had purchased the 1023E much sooner. The turning radius is still excellent, 4X4 with low is super powerful. The drive-over deck and quick park loader are actually just as easy as advertised. My only complaint so far is the cheap plastic keepers for the hood panel. So far I've added the ballast box, quick hitch and the quick-tach pallet forks as well. Dumping the bucket and picking up the forks are as easy as un-clipping tow pins and letting the tractor do the rest.
Don14
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
MAY 1, 2019
What is with the hydraulics ?
2/5
I purchased this model (1023e my 3rd John Deere) when my GT225 was showing its age at 20yrs. Started off fine but the hoses on the hydraulics lines started showing lots of wear due to Rubbing on either the mower deck of something else. It only has 138 hours on it and one of the lines started leaking. I have had it for 4 years, it now sits in the shop waiting on repair part. Frankly, I am not happy with this model. I have a my 5310 that is a champ at 19 yrs old and my gt225, square baler, disc mower and tedder all are green. The 1023e just hasn't been as reliable as my other Deerequipment
Pros
- love the mower deck
Cons
- design defect in hose placement
Hutch66
From: Macon Georgia
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
3
2
5
APRIL 24, 2019
Very Good Tractor
4/5
Never owned a tractor until this 1023e. Watched a bunch of tractor Mike videos, looked at a Kubota and chose John Deere.
Power was not an issue because we are suburban on 3 acres. The 1023e is on the low end of Sub Compact power. Meets all of our needs. Also got wheel weights and beet juice in tires.
The D120 Pin on Loader was over a thousand bucks less than the H120 Quick Change loader. So we bought the D120. Glad we did. Rarely take the loader off. Twice a year. Its the loader you need and use the most. Only takes 15 minutes to switch it out.
Had dealer weld on chain hooks to bucket. Use them a lot.
Sips fuel. Oil stays clean. Easy to maintain and keep looking new.
We keep it in a garage. 15k is too much to let sit outside.
Compared to Kubota I tried, John Deere sounds better and looks better.
I thought it looked better built. Plastic hood and fenders are a good idea I think. Dash board is fine. Some complain its dated, Please. Its a tractor. I would rather have my gas gauge on the fender if that's what it takes to make it reliable and accurate. Which it is. The dashboard has all the info you need to maintain and operate.
I will admit tractors are hazardous. Careful with kids around. Careful climbing on and off while its running. We started a rule where it has to be shut off before climbing on and off. Otherwise you are relying on the safety systems. Hooked a jacket on the Forward lever too many times. The safety switch stopped the engine every time, thank goodness. Just take it slow all the time and think before acting. Swinging the bucket around will do real damage to your parked car, or getting the PROPS hooked on a branch, or too much weight in loader causing rear wheels to bounce etc. etc..... Respect the PTO. I haven't had these mishaps, however once I started using tractor a few months, all these issues come into play.
Love the tractor and the new found tractor culture.
Again, very useful piece of equipment.
Pros
- well built and useful
Cons
- expensive like all tractors
Tractor1Owner
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
4
APRIL 23, 2019
Solid machine for the $
5/5
So I've had the 1023E for a year now. Very impressed with the engineering of the drive over deck and quick attach bucket. I have mowed, pulled shrubs, moved mulch and even topsoil with ease. If you can afford however the 1025R adds aux lighting and a suspension seat, both of which I wish I had.
Pros
- ease of use
Cons
- toolbox is a joke
KenP
From: Bridgeton, NJ
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
5
MARCH 23, 2019
Needed one years ago!
5/5
I bought this tractor after talking to my local JD dealer. He was knowlagable and honest. After questioning me about my uses he recomend the 1023e. And with endless well built implaments from Deere and Frontier this little tractor is unstoppable! I pull wood, back blade brush and level new road beds, push snow, mow, broadcast spread lime/fertilizer, you name it. The 1023e will really suprise you on how easy it operates and what it will do! I've operated loads of heavy equment so I feel like I'm quailifed to say this little tractor is a great machine! Thanks Meade Tractor and John Deere for making my chores so much easier!
Pros
- endless uses for its size
- well built
Cons
- wished it had the position control on the draft
Wildbill58
From: Southwest Va
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
5
NOVEMBER 16, 2018
small tractor big results
5/5
I worried when I bought this tractor if I could justify the cost and if I really would utilize the loader. I purchased a mower, loader, bush hog and snow blower for my 1023. A year later the answer to was it worth it? You bet it was! We have about 3 acres and a third of it is lawn. The mower cuts beautifully, the snow blower here in coastal Maine is a must have ( I am out there pulling my neighbors truck out of the ditch in a snow storm). With my loader I am moving logs, mulch, loam, gravel, shrubs, trees, pulling posts...the list is endless. Switching attachments was probably the most challenging aspect of the machine but a year in I have manged to go through the cycle without any calls to the dealer and the changes go pretty smoothly.
Lobsterclaw
From: Georgetown, ME, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
4
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
Ive had mine now for 10 months love it
5/5
Yes it has its limitations but i knew that going in. It has done everything that i have asked it to do. Moved 48 tons of ball field dirt. Mowed thigh high grass. Graded, pushed, dug. The wife loves it around the yard. Very easy to use and holds way more than a wheel barrow.
coachjim
From: luray va
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
5
MAY 24, 2018
Rear cutter
2/5
The JD promo department make it look very easy to remove and attach accessories like the brush cutter.....the opposite is quite true spent an half an hour or more to get it on and to get the drive shaft attached.....you engineers need to go back to the drawing board.....
Gregg1
From: Wi
Length of Ownership: 1 Month
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
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0
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FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Lots of Uses
4/5
I've had this 1023e for about a year now and it's been used for grading, mowing, moving hay bales (5 ft round), spreading fertilizer, trenching, tilling, discing, planting, and a bunch of other things. I bought an Artillian fork set attachment and their trencher attachment, both of which worked well on the front loader. Low fuel consumption, easy starting, and easy controls, plus quick-attach systems are all big pluses.
Pros
- good power
- easy to change attachments
- relatively quiet
Cons
- rear lights have been knocked off numerous times
- pretty tight fit for anyone over 6 ft tall
- needs led lighting
SCfarmer
From: Williamston, SC, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
5
DECEMBER 20, 2017
No Regrets
5/5
I traded an equally powered Kubota BX series due to dealer issues for this tractor. Out of the gate, the 1023e has more power than my Kubota. I have been plowing snow with a 66 inch snow pusher; and snow a foot deep doesn't bog the tractor down one bit. I was skeptical about the auto-attach mower deck, and H120 easy park loader, but refreshingly both work as advertised with no effort. { I will not miss laying on the ground pushing and pulling the 300lb mower deck trying to align the driveshaft splines on my old Kubota}. The 1023e is fuel efficient, and has power to spare. The fit in finish on delivery was excellent, and I found the manuals easy to follow. If you are looking for an all around workhorse for your acreage, or small farm, you can't go wrong with the 1023e.
Pros
- huge return on the investment
- extremely powerful yet fuel efficient
- fit and finish
- endless supply of attachments available
Cons
- i did not buy one sooner
From: Canastota, NY 13032, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
OCTOBER 31, 2017
Great tractor for 4 acres or less.
5/5
Bought a 1023E for my 2 acre home. Best investment I could have made. I bought mine with a bucket, rear blade and 54" quick release mower deck. The lot needed work, with this little work horse it took no time to level and improve it. Easy to use, powerful for it's size, which makes it just right to fit in the barn and get around tight spots. Unfortunately, too many neighbors are jealous and want to borrow it. It even came in very useful for unloading some heavy equipment (400+ lbs) from my truck recently. Much better than buying a lawn mower and trying to load it up with accesories, this gem is designed to work with buckets and blades.
Pros
- easy to get on/off of.
- nice solid hand holds on fenders
- quick release deck - sweet!
- digital dash w/hour meter
Cons
- air filter is a pain to service.
- neighbors want to borrow it.
Chemie
From: Prescott Valley, AZ
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
APRIL 6, 2017
Excellent little TRACTOR
5/5
I have owned my 1023e for over a year now and absolutely love it. I have the H120 quick connect loader that is a snap to install and remove, on average I would say connecting and disconnecting the loader is less than two minutes. I also have the 54d mower deck with auto quick connect, this system works excellent. I am on average about one minute connecting and disconnecting the drive over deck. The mowing quality is excellent no scalping an no uneven cut lines. The mower deck has just as good of quality cut as my commercial zero turn (z920m). With this tractor I also purchased a Frontier RT1149 tiller that works awesome and connecting is a breeze with my I-Match quick connect. My Frontier 2048 yard box works great behind my 1023e. I am extremely happy with my tractor and feel it is an exceptional good piece of machinery. I purchased it at Washington Tractors Chehalis location from Robin Henderson and was treated excellent.
Pros
- appearance
- quality
- quick attach mower deck
- quick attach loader
- rugged
- stability
- ease of use
- fuel consumption
- starts great in cold weather
Cons
- short warranty period
MikeB
From: Xenia Ohio moved from Boring Oregon
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
5
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
Poor quality, surprisingly fragile!
1/5
Rear implement third point broke on the first day, (it is now still at the dealer, 9 days so far, waiting for someone to look at it). This is supposed to be a solid steel part, you would not expect it to break just because you pushed the Hydraulic lever when the pin is not fully inserted (trying to align the pin so it can be inserted).
Ride over mower is extremely hard to mount, the lift arms do not go low enough. Tried for hours, it is now at the dealer, they will check...
Field mower wheel fell off after 10 minutes (installed at the dealer with the wrong, too small, pin).
Cons
- fragile
Gideon
Length of Ownership: 1 Week
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
1
1
3
MAY 12, 2016
Save your back and purchase a JD.. pays for itself fast!
5/5
I purchased the 1023e a little over a year ago and after putting close to 100 hours on it.. the machine has easily paid for itself.
(100 hrs / 8 hrs daily rental = 12.5 days... round to 12 days * $300 a day to rent = $3600 vs $2660 for 0% apr for 72 months)
I use the machine weekly around my few acres of land I own. I must have moved close to a 1000 yards of stone, fill, and loam last summer regrading my back yard running 5 hours at a time with no problem.
I was able to move and spread 20 yards of dirt within 40 feet of the pile within an hour... try moving that amount of material by hand... will take you all day.
I was able to fill the bucket full of riff raff rock and pick it up with the proper counter weight with ease, so if it fits it lifts!
Snow removal is a breeze with the float position in the bucket. Was able to push 6 inches a snow down my 150 foot driveway with easy. What took me an hour with the snow blower takes me 20 minutes with the JD.
Wife wanted a 500 square foot patio... within an hour had the grass ripped up and site leveled for it. Took longer to rip up the grass closer to the house than anything else.
Brought the machine over to my parents land nearby to help clear the near 100 trees that they had taken down. My father could not believe the power the machine had. I was able to lift 8 foot log lengths with ease and stack no problem. Sure would a larger machine be able to carry more tree lengths than 2-3 depending on length and weight...ofcourse but sure saves the back.
In conclusion if you value your time and want to work smarter not harder... BUY THIS MACHINE.
Pros
- time saver
- powerful
- workhorse
Cons
- wish i bought one sooner
NickJD123
From: Rehoboth, MA 02769, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
One heck of a tractor
5/5
I was skeptical of these small tractors. Boy was I surprised. Bought it less than a year ago and it's done everything I've wanted it to do. From mowing grass to tilling to blowing snow with the rear mount blower. Has plenty of power and have about 110 hours on it.
Bagman44
From: East Concord, NY 14055, USA
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
DECEMBER 6, 2015
Disappointed in Loader
4/5
My only issue has been with the loader.
The power and torque from the engine is good, although having used the 1023 for a while, I would probably pony up for the 1026 were I to buy it again. I have 2 acres to mow, and the 54" mower deck does well without scalping some bumps and hills. I use much less diesel compared to my neighbor's gasoline Deere. I like the relatively soft on/off of the PTO.
I have not used the 3 pt on the back for anything but carrying a 450 lb counterweight for the loader. Since the mower is PTO driven, I don't expect any problems when I get a tiller this spring.
I have been a little disappointed in the loader. The bucket has good breakout and loading capabilities. I've used it mostly for hauling dirt, hauling rock and moving snow, and a full bucket carries well. One problem I have is the responsiveness varies widely, even over a few minutes and is often very, very slow. The other problem I have is that I can set the bucket at a 30 degree angle and put the boom in float for smoothing backwards, and the bucket will settle to nearly flat under the weight of the boom. This is with a completely empty bucket. I have had Deere out to look at the loader three times. They replaced a leaky cylinder, hydraulic lines, and eventually gave me an enormous pressure limiting valve at the quick connect that slowed the response to something ridiculous that I eventually took back out. The cause could easily be the same for both concerns, maybe a hinky valve. Feels somewhat like air in the lines, but there is no bleed procedure in the manual. Works well enough, I guess, but the loader is out of warranty now, with the dealership not finding a solution. Started out working to my expectations, so I'm not sure what changed.
NicknameIsRequired
From: central Illinois
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
4
5
OCTOBER 30, 2015
jduser
4/5
I've owed the 1023e for 4.5 years now. It came with the 54" deck and the front loader. I also ordered a 47" pto driven jd tiller. The tiller is great. I've also owned a x495 #now in the x700 series# w/a 62" deck for 10 years now. The x495 is my choice when mowing. Lower center of gravity on the x495 gives a better ride and the 1023e deck seems to scalp a lot. The 1023e has been running rough when I first start it this summer but it always gets going after about 10 seconds of coughing/sputtering. This morning it wouldn't crank. The glow plug light comes on and I could hear the fuel pump but nothing when I turned the key. I suspect a bad operator presence switch. I've never had it stuck and w/weight on the rear, it's great for clearing snow or moving dirt. Big difference is the x495 has NEVER bogged down while mowing tall grass but the 1023e doesn't seem to have the same level of power although the engines are very similar and the 1023e has a smaller deck. I debated the extra $1000. for the additional 2hp when deciding to purchase and now wish I had? The 1023e is great when I'm cutting firewood/cleaning up. Fuel gauge on 1023e seems to be afterthought compared to x495 dash gauge w/backlight. I tolerate the 1023e for mowing but it's great when using for front loader or tilling.
Pros
- tilling
- front loader
Cons
- under powered
- rough riding
- scalps lawn
johndeere05
From: Puxico, MO 63960, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
4
3
4
OCTOBER 19, 2015
Bought for my wife...Her lawnmower!
5/5
Perfect for our 7+acres. My wife loves how easy it is to use. Now if I could only teach her to do the maintenance.
Pros
- powerful easy to drive
Cons
- lights on the rop get in the way around trees.
Jabezranch
From: Hereford, AZ 85615, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
SEPTEMBER 20, 2015
The best piece of equipment I have ever owned
5/5
This tractors build quality is the best
All functions we're well designed and very easy to use
Changing implements could not be easier
Pros
- attachment changing
Cons
- none
Nunzi
From: Ny
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
SEPTEMBER 12, 2015
great tractor
4/5
I have trouble hitting the rear lights on trees and bushes, I would love it if you could protect the lights with a guard of some sort. I realize they are mounted with the bolts on the outside but should be a way to protect them better. Thanks Terry Hedum
Chico
From: Akron, IA 51001, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
4
SEPTEMBER 6, 2015
Great all purpose machine!
5/5
This has been a great product for our small acreage! We are able to use it for mowing, tilling and snow removal. Very easy to switch out all the attachments
Ed52
From: Wheatland, IA 52777, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
SEPTEMBER 5, 2015
great tractor easy to operate
5/5
first time owning a compact tractor this tractor is as easy to operate better than some other makes I have seen
crkrbx
From: Missouri, USA
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
3
5
5
AUGUST 31, 2015
this is a great little tractor
5/5
starts and runs great. easy to operate. have used it many times around the house and it preforms very well. Will be using it again this winter for snow removal. Add a rear blade to tractor for great snow removal.
Pros
- easy to operate
Dman
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 30, 2015
Breat tractor
5/5
Does everything it is suppose to do very well. Helps make short work of most heavy jobs, and cuts grass too.
Pros
- the tractor is the pro
Frosty
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
3
4
4
AUGUST 24, 2015
Good, just not as good
4/5
I am very happy with my 1023E, but should have bought a zero turn to do the lawn mowing and just use the tractor for mowing the pasture and plowing. Perhaps the rear deck may work better, but the tractor rocks from side to side and tends to cut into the lawn if set to low. My LX277 never did that no matter what speed I was moving. The bucket is fantastic and the main reason I bought this model, now I need to get some garden implements.
Kingsizebed
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
4
AUGUST 22, 2015
Great all around small tractor for home use
5/5
I use this tractor for snow removal, hauling wood and maintaining my alley. Love the size of the bucket for this size tractor.
CaptNemo
From: Easton, Washington
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 21, 2015
One tough little tractor!
5/5
I expect a lot out of everything I own. So far, my 1023e has done everything I needed it to. Sometimes, I've had to ask it a little differently than I would a bigger tractor, but I've gotten results out of it that I honestly didn't expect to get. This past summer I cut down 37 pines in my yard, most were 22-28 inches in diameter and 60-80 feet tall. My 1023e "bulldozed" all the limbs we cut from the logs, creating a 100' long pile 15' wide and 8' high, and moved and stacked the logs, which were left whole and WAY exceeded anything the tractor is rated to do. Some maintenance, some unexpected repairs (mostly covered by the warranty), and some repairs for things I just tore up...nothing major, and nothing that was too expensive.
Speaking of expensive, however...the one downside was what I paid for it...you get a quality little workhorse of a machine, but it's going to cost you a pretty penny!
Pros
- durable
- well-designed and executed
Cons
- expensive!
DEADorALIVE
From: South Alabama
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
3
4
5
AUGUST 21, 2015
I really like the tractor.
4/5
The tractor is a breeze to operate. It really surprised me at the power it has the work it can do. The loader is also easy to operate.
I have the 60" mowing deck. You can cut a lot of grass fast. The only thing i would change about the mowing deck, is i think the wheels should have been made to swivel 360 degrees. When you are mowing and you turn at least one of the wheels will drag the ground, thus dragging the grass up leaving the ground bare. Other than this, i really do like the whole combination.
Governor
From: Clanton, AL, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
5
AUGUST 20, 2015
An amazingly powerful machine in a small package
5/5
I would recommend the 1023E to any homeowner who owns more than just a small city lot. It is a very highly capable machine in a small and easy to maneuver package.
Orion
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
4
AUGUST 20, 2015
Quite strong for a small tractor
4/5
I've enjoyed this equipment. I would recommend a front end attachment at purchase, even if you do not think you'll have an immediate use. You quickly find the need and you will wish you'd included a loader or something with the front end disconnect. Watch out for low limbs and running too close to buildings. The rear lights mounted to the roll frame can easily get clipped. Generally a great tool!
Pros
- strength for the size
Cons
- mid-deck controls touchy
Bing
From: Fort mill, SC
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
3
3
5
AUGUST 20, 2015
Workhorse all year round
5/5
The tractor performed as expected and described by manufacturer. The only complain is one of the rollers in the belly mower does not appear to be properly welded. It partially detached on my first day of mowing, but quickly fixed by the dealer free of charge.
Nick230
From: Ohio
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
4
5
AUGUST 20, 2015
VERY HAPPY WITH THIS UNIT
5/5
GREAT MACHINE ALL AROUND USE.
ONLY PROBLEM I HAVE ENCOUNTERED IS THE QUICK MOUNT
MOWER DECK. STILL CANNOT GET TO FUNCTION CORRECTLY ON THE MOUNTING PART.
THIS IS A GREAT WORK HORSE AND ALL AROUND BACK SAVER!!!!!!!!!!!!
JPNAMVET
From: Crete, IL, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
4
AUGUST 20, 2015
Awesome tractor for the price.
5/5
I owned a 425 for 16 years, then upgraded to a 1023. The feature that I love most is the 4WD. Plows snow with no weights or chains. Power steering is effortless. Turns with one hand. I would recommend this tractor to anybody that wants a compact tractor.
mowerman74
From: Washington, IL, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 19, 2015
This product has good features
3/5
I was told that this machine would cost me less to operate than my old gas engine 445. Come to find out it uses 1.4 gallons per hour.
Plus I've had it in 3 times for uneven cutting (3/4 inch to 1 inch lower on the chute side.) The last date in for repair was 8/14/15.
Just starting cutting since last adjustment, but got chased by rain.
movieman
From: Clio, MI 48420, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
4
3
4
AUGUST 19, 2015
Quality,value added piece of euipment,and a wise investment.
5/5
I am 60 + years old and wanted a tractor and loader to handle heavy lifting and carry around tools and supplies for various projects around the yard and in my work shop so I wouldn't have to depend on someone to help me. It is like having a hired hand on call 24/7. It is so easy to remove the loader and attach the self connecting mower deck in about 5 minutes I can be ready to mow the grass.
Pros
- pride of ownership
Cons
- everbody wants to borrow it.
Gary69
From: Hannibal, MO, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 19, 2015
There are a few unresolved issues with this product.
3/5
The collection system I purchased with my 1023 has been for the most part a disappointment. It just does not pick up debris the way I have experienced my past systems working. I expected an improvement or at least as good as what I was replacing. Also the 3 point is lacking the ability to put it in a float mode which makes it very ineffective for grading and grooming driveways and landscapes. The snow thrower seems to plow snow at the edges and lets a wake of snow at the edges of every pass which requires a second pass to clean. I have made my dealer aware of all these complaints and have no resolve on any of the issues. They have opened cases on all issues with John Deere. I am happy the way the mower deck cuts grass, and have been pleased with the loader.
Pros
- loader
- mower
Cons
- collection system
- 3point control
- snow thrower
Fisherguy
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
3
4
4
AUGUST 19, 2015
Awesome piece of machinery
5/5
This machine handles bigger jobs than one would expect while not compromising maneuverability and not tearing up the land. Great for mowing my lawn as well as all my neighbors.
BDUpstateNY
From: NY
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
5
AUGUST 19, 2015
Tractor fine, mower deck is junk.
3/5
Mower deck is not user friendly. Shuts off every time you back up. Dial that is supposed to remember mower height does not work. Dial is very inaccurate and does not truly indicate mower position. Mower constantly skulls the grass. Insufficient rollers and placed in the wrong position. Previous mower did not of this. Ask Cub Cadet how they did it.
Tractor itself is fine, but throws lots of heat back on the operator. Not nice on a summer day.
Again mower deck is terrible.
Berthaven
From: Tony, WI
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
3
3
3
AUGUST 19, 2015
love my tractor
5/5
I love my little tractor. All the attachments that u can get for it makes life and yard work much easier. I plow snow with it,till the garden, and haul everything with the bucket. I loaned it to my parents once and didnt see it for 2 months they absolutely loved it now i just have to get them to trade in their old john deere for a new one. Also my youngest drives it all over town and to school i cant keep her off it
tray
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 19, 2015
The way the tractor handles in different appications
5/5
Have 1023 with drive over 60' deck w/ loader attachment.
Mow approx. 4 acres a week. Does a good job, not as quick as other models but quick enough for me. Does not spread grass like I like, will show up on yard. Did have trouble with under carriage holding deck on, it broke twice before was replace with heavier material. Love the loader option, do a lot of work with this, use this around house/farm and on high school softball field.
Problem with loader if there is no a counter weight on back,
loader will make wheels lose traction with load in bucket and/or make the tractor very unstable. [which I found out very quickly]
The tractor is right size for work on yard work and small farm jobs and works very well with working on softball fields. when I purchased tractor had great problem with hydraulic problems, took several weeks for repairs. one other problem is with the warning lamps on roll bar, when mowing close to bushes or trees that have branches leaning out will catch warning lamps breaking them off need to be reposition to inside of roll bar.
ewaynee
From: Morganfield, KY 42437, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
4
5
AUGUST 19, 2015
Found no problems thus far.
4/5
The tractor starts and runs good and seems to provide ample
power for the Frontier tiller that I bought with the tractor. I have no issues or complaints after over 12 months use.
Baldy
From: Eastern NC
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
4
AUGUST 19, 2015
1023E with quick connect mower deck
4/5
I've had the tractor now for a little more than 2 years. Barely put 50 hours on it but I have used enough to know all the features. Overall the tractor is very high quality as you would expect from JD. I have both the detachable front loader and mower deck. Other options include turf tires and hood guard. Generally, the detachable features work very well. My only gripes are 1# that for the mower deck, you must be on complete flat, level surface for the drive on drive off quick connect to work. I have yet to find that perfectly level spot that this is done without getting off the tractor and yanging on the fittings to get it to lock in place. Also, the turf tires. Since the majority of the work ive done with the tractor is non-turf related, should have stuck with the stock traction tires. With a 500-700 lb load in the loader, it really stressed the front turf tires #yes the tires are at full inflation).
Overall, I am very happy with the tractor. I did compare to others such as the Kubota but with the features offered as standard and additional add ons, you cant beat the JD series 1's.
Pros
- reliability has been excellent
Cons
- quick connect mower deck not so quick
Autodog61
From: Sammamish, WA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
4
AUGUST 19, 2015
Heavy duty for a small tractor.
5/5
I have had it 2 years. I mow 1-4 acres, spread gravel and sand. I installed a hook on the front bucket to pull fence post and carry all sorts of stuff. Great tractor, easy to operate.
I had to add a baffle in the antifreeze overflow bottle made out of a short piece of 1 1/2 PVC pipe to stop the lid from leaking. Easy fix.
Pros
- heavy duty
Cons
- antifreeze overflow bottle leaks from sloshing.
- front bucket gets floppy some times.
Al3030
From: southeast Texas
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 19, 2015
Love the easy attach features
5/5
I wasn't sure until I started to use all of the quick attach features if I would feel like it was a good purchase. I was mistaken, it was a great purchase! I have and will continue to recommend this set up to anyone who is looking to purchase a small tractor!
tom1234
From: colorado, usa
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 18, 2015
love it, easy to use, but quality has us concerned
3/5
We love the tractor, it's easy to use and is plenty powerful enough to do everything we need, from digging post holes, digging out stumps, hauling wood, sand, stone, stonedust, compost, manure, etc. This is our first JD, we have the H120 loader and 260 backhoe. We use it, but don't abuse it. We've had it just under 2 years and have about 70 hours on it. However, we have grown concerned about quality. When we first bought it, within the first 5 hours the hydraulic pump starting making odd noise, we called and found out that there was a PIP (recall), then we were told that it would cost $180 for pick up and drop off for the work to be done, thankfully we had a really good sales person who understood that would be unreasonable when we had owned the tractor for less than two weeks and had only ~7 hours on it. The tractor is kept garaged at all times. The next 65 hours went well, then a month ago we saw a leak on the garage floor under the stabilizer foot for the backhoe and sure enough the stabilizer cylinder was leaking. Thankfully it's still under warranty, but that runs out in another 2 weeks or so and we are worried with two issues already at only 70 hours what may be next... our expectation when buying it was several years and at least 250+ hrs of normal casual use without any issues at all. Hopefully these were just a fluke...
glfg
From: NH
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
3
2
5
AUGUST 18, 2015
Would not recommend
2/5
Was disappointed that the 1023 E did not compare with the same quality as the 2210: At the out set the battery would not hold a charge, it was replaced. The wire under the seat shorted out and the tractor would not run and had to be repaired. The quick connect mower on more than one occasion fell off the tractor and was run over. I now have pins through the mower to the frame to prevent the mower form falling off the unit. I am displeased with the quality of the purchase.
Cons
- disappointed
Solo
From: New Jersey
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
2
1
3
AUGUST 18, 2015
This John Deere is a great utility tractor
5/5
I love it..perfect for a woman. It does everything I need. I can see what I am doing with the loader. I would recommend this tractor for uses around the yard.
connie
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
4
AUGUST 18, 2015
THE TRACTOR IS GREAT, BUT THE MOWER LEAVES A LOT TO BE DESIRED 62D
4/5
THE TRACTOR, SNOW BLOWER( ALTHOUGH VERY HEAVY) AND BAGGER AS WELL AS FRONT LOADER ARE GREAT. MY PROBLEM WITH THE MOWER IS ITS VERY HARD TO LEVEL. ALSO THE CUTTING HEIGHT DOES NOT HAVE ANY RELATION SHIP TO THE NUMBERS ON THE DIAL. IT IS SET UP FOR 1/2" OR MORE GRADUATIONS. WHEN I LOOKED AT HE MACHINE I WAS EXPECTING 1/4" LIKE ALL THE OTHER MACHINES INCLUDING THE UTILITIES THAT I HAVE OWNED. I HAVE HAD A DIESEL TRACTOR SINCE THE 300 SERIES AND THEN WENT TO THE 860 OR 660 (?) 870 AND SEVERAL OTHERS. I HAVE HAD THE JD DIESEL MACHINES SINCE SOMETIME IN THE SEVENTIES. I AM SEVENTY FIVE YEARS OLD AND NEW WHAT I WANTED. THE DEALER WAS TERRIBLE AND I DID TALK TO A REGIONAL SALES REP TO NO AVAIL. THE HANDBOOK OR OWNERS MANUAL WAS INCOMPLETE AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN REISSUED AS YOU REVISED THE 1023E, 1025 AND 1026. MANUAL WAS TOO CONFUSING. I AM ACTUALLY NOT SURE THERE IS ENOUGH POWER FOR THE 62D DECK. THE TIRES REALLY COMPACT THE GRASS, WHEN IT IS LONG. YES I AM A FUSS BUDGET, BUT THIS IS OVER $20,000 PLUS IN EQUIPMENT. THANK YOU FOR THE REQUEST? DAVE
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Pros
- tractor is great
- easo finstalling mower deck is excellent when set
- takes a lot of snow
- the front loader is the best i have used on a jd
Cons
- mower deck not as good as i expected
DAVE75
From: New Ipswich, NH, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
3
4
4
AUGUST 18, 2015
Love my 1023 John Deere " Big John"
5/5
I am 80 yrs old Dec 16th, have 52 acres, and love the out doors. Big John allows me too do things I would not be able to do, and probably should'nt. Ha Ha I have most of the attachments and am amazed at what I can do. It allows me to be independent. Every 80 yr old should have one.
Pros
- nice therapy
Easy
From: Heath, OH, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 18, 2015
Love my medium sized, green tractor LOL
5/5
I am VERY happy with the 1023Eseries, just the right size fr my yard and garden and when service was needed they were promt and good. Ritcher Tractor RULZ.
Doug2too
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
4
AUGUST 18, 2015
Nice Tractor
4/5
I really like this tractor. Runs great and has just enough power for my needs. Biggest downfall for me is the need to consistently change hydraulic hose to operate bucket and mower deck.
Vinnie57
From: Loris, SC 29569, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
3
4
2
AUGUST 18, 2015
good value.
4/5
Have had some hydraulic issues that I continue to work with my dealer on. Disappointing because I only have 70 hours on the unit and issues started showing up at 50 hours.
Me77
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
3
3
4
AUGUST 18, 2015
the ease of putting on the attachements is a lot easier and others
5/5
I brought this tractor after seeing a friend have one. The ease of putting on the attachments and the double peddle for forward and reverse is great. It takes me half the time to mow and with the tires that is on it I thought is would mark up my yard but it doesn't, you can't tell if I mow with a hand mower or the tractor which is great.
Pros
- ease of using
Goose
From: Cambridge, OH 43725, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
4
AUGUST 18, 2015
Very versatile machine
4/5
The 1023e is a well thought out machine. The ability to switch out implements by removing just a few pins is outstanding. The loader has an impressive capacity for something so small. I've used it for a little over 50 hours to do everything from mow with the 60D, move 10 yards of fill dirt and 20 yards of rock to make a pad for a portable building, tow a gang reel mower and re-contour a ditch.
The only issues I've had are the loader hydraulic couplings leak when disconnected from the tractor even when stored high on the loader and pointed vertically. The front bracket on the mower has gotten caught on the loader frame a couple of times as I've backed off the mower.
Pros
- versatile
- sturdy and powerful
Cons
- hydraulic coupling leak
- mower bracket can catch on loader
Huskerfan
From: Texas, USA
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
5
AUGUST 18, 2015
It's very easy to drive etc.
4/5
It was a very good investment in my 24 acres of land.i wish I would of got it sooner.it has done things for me in a short time that would of took years or not even get done without it.
Dyas
From: Oregon, USA
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
4
AUGUST 18, 2015
Love the tractor like features in a super-duty mower.
5/5
Very pleased with the equipment overall. Only problem I've had was a leaky radiator overflow reservoir cap which leaked antifreeze coolant, but the dealer replaced it and is now fine. You should add a small heel foot pedal for the differential lock, rather than just a small rod sticking out. I love the tractor as a super-duty mower, which is what we purchased it for.. Ordered it with the Turf tires to be easier on the lawn. Already owned a 2320 with the loader and backhoe, for a tractor. Fuel economy is great compared to the X-700 we had prior to the 1023. Overall, we love it.
Hugh
From: North Carolina
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
4
5
AUGUST 18, 2015
Easy to use
4/5
The tractor is a nice size and drives nicely.The hydro pedals work great and all controls are easy to use. The drive in loader is easy to use and works well only limited by tractor size. The only complaints is at 50 hrs a protective cover fell of of the loader ( there to protect lines) will cost about 30 bucks ( it is only held on by zip ties). The drive on deck is easy but not as easy they say, usually mine takes from two to five times to get it to hook. The only other thing is pricing, I could have bought a 1025r for less at a different dealer ( if I had known I would have driven 2 hrs to do it) shop around. But Overall I am happy with the tractor.
Pros
- size and ease of use
Cons
- drive over deck.
mam3
From: Granger, IN, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
0
4
0
AUGUST 18, 2015
John deere tractor
5/5
The1023E. Tractor is very easy to handle ,the attachments are very easy to disconnect and put back on ,handles great in tight places, very easy to operate love the tractor ,best money that I have ever spent.The loader is very easy to use great equipment Thank
AJ52
From: West Virginia
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
0
0
0
AUGUST 18, 2015
Great litttle big tractor
5/5
The attachments are amazing. This is truly a one man/woman tractor in every regard. I did a lot of shopping before buying and hands down this tractor beats the competition in style, power, and ease of use. I would encourage everyone to do their own research and you will find this tractor to be at the top of the list. The one gripe that I have (and I know it's because of safety) would be the deck mount PTO shuts off if you try and mow in reverse. For those that have the belly mower, it can be annoying to drive a full circle just to cut a small section of grass or disengage the PTO reverse and reengage the PTO. I feel this tractor is still small enough to be able to do this. At any rate, awesome tractor. I can see why this model is so popular. Great job, John Deere!
Pros
- attachments
- ease of use
- strong!
Cons
- deck pto shuts down in reverse
JD405
From: Oklahoma
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
4
AUGUST 18, 2015
Bought it for ruggedness and to match my John Deere hat
5/5
Have driven tractors a lot when young, but this was my first purchase. I explained to the dealer salesman what I wanted it to do, and he advised me on the choices of attachments. It was last fall so I got the sale which included an extra attachment. Use tractor to level gravel driveway, make trails through the woods, move mulch, and move rocks off trail to form a garden barrier. Recently bought a bush hog attachment. My main suggestion is to improve the manual, in particular the illustration of the controls - it is hard to read and figure out exactly where each control is located. Surely some high quality images with arrows would cost little as an addition. For example, the bush hog was my first need of PTO and it was very difficult to identify the control location.
Pros
- ruggedness of construction
Cons
- poorly illustrated manual for controls
RocketRoe
From: Virginia, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
4
AUGUST 18, 2015
Very satisfied 1023E
5/5
I had some problems taking off the snowblower and installing the front end loader the first time. Had to take off more of the snowblower mounting brackets in order to hook up the loader. I would like to see more smaller attachments for the three point hitch mainly fertilizer spreader with 12 volt motor. I don't need the large power takeoff model in your lineup.
DavidB
From: Lima, OH, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 18, 2015
This tractor is noisy.
4/5
I like everything about this tractor except the exhaust and transmission noise level. I don't have a DBA meter so I can't report the level but compared to other similar tractors I have driven it's definitely the loudest. If only one of the two could be reduced I would prefer the exhaust sound level be reduced.
If I had to do it again I'd get the 1026 but this unit fits my needs perfectly.
Cons
- noise level
Donn
From: Minnesota, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Very nice and compact.
4/5
a.The seat could stand to be a suspension seat, like the 1025R has. The extra cost per unit wouldn't be detrimental to overall pricing on this particular unit.
b. I re-located the rear lights to the inside of the ROPS bars vs: outboard as delivered. Less worries regarding accidently hitting them on low hanging branches.
c. I installed the block heater myself, could have been engineered in a more user-friendly position like the right side of engine vs: all the way to the rear of the engine against the firewall.
d. Sheet metal vs: plastic would have been nice.
e. Hermetically sealed glass dash vs: plastic is an idea.
PinkHillBill
From: Pink Hill, NC 28572, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
could have stronger parts
4/5
using on a 5 acre homestead for general work such as grading drive way, moving brush, bush hogging, etc. great strength and power for what we do. two problems we have is when pushing brush into a pile the hydraulics disconnect to easy, will be making and installing a guard when warranty is up and the forward/reverse pedals could be made stronger, already have had to replace the forward pedal because it snapped at the bushing. only had 50 hours on the machine when it happened and the local dealer said it is not covered by warranty.
Pros
- strong for size
Cons
- stronger parts
workhors
From: New Hampshire, USA/South Carlina, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
3
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
Love it!
5/5
I love my 1023e. Wish I had bought one years ago. Mine has a front loader and a backhoe attached. The hours of back breaking labor this unit has saved me are innumerable. I have used it to dig trenches for drain tile, remove tree stumps, dig up berms, haul everything from mulch to stone, boulders and logs. It only has 30 hours on it so far, but they are 30 hours of hard work. I have had absolutely no problems with my tractor. All my neighbors are jealous.
truckdoc
Length of Ownership: 3 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Great tractor
5/5
This tractor turned all my big jobs into little ones. It is a tractor I use all year from mowing the lawn and plowing snow to grading my drive way and moving heavy objects around the yard. For what I paid and what this tractor can do I count it as one of the best purchases I have ever made. Can't imagine being without it.
Pros
- attachments
- easy to use
- can do almost anything
Bruce7503
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
1023e is not a good little tractor.
2/5
I have been pro John Deere and have owned many. This little tractor by far fails on quality. High fuel consumption, low on power when mowing grass. Mows bad. Leaves streaks, mows uneven. I have done all proper alignments and this things mow quality is terrible. Mow quality is worse when mowing any kind of incline or hill. The 60 inch auto connect is a joke. I spend more time getting deck connected than I did with old mower that I jacked up and manually removed deck. Height adjustment knob has never worked properly. I have to remove the knob and use pliers to adjust height setting. I have replaced two deck bearings in under 60 hours. When running the deck sounds like it is going to fall apart. I would take my old 445 over this thing any day. My friend has a 1026r and it is no better. Mows terrible. Seat was broke after 30 hours. I had to weld a bracket on it. I think this is a Chinese made tractor with Green Paint and if it is not then John Deere should be ashamed. I would not buy another 1023e or 1026-25 series tractor and I would not recommend anyone buy one.
Pros
- green
Cons
- poor build quality
Mark1235
From: Linn, MO 65051, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Expert
2
1
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
Gauges came foggy from factory and now pieces are falling off
2/5
With 10 hours on the tractor, bolts and bracket items started rattling off. I found them when doing the 10 hour maintenance routine. Little disappointed for this price and the Deere name.
TimR
From: Texas, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
2
2
3
AUGUST 17, 2015
I love my home, but my home loves my John Deere !
5/5
Great tractor. Obviously built by folks who understand the user.
Lubrication/drain points are accessible and do not require
special tools.
Consumable components (oil filter, fuel filter....) are accessible
and don't require special tools.
Would love to have more attachments, but they're so expensive...
Pros
- easy to service
Cons
- attachments are very expensive
Brian1957
From: Avon, NY
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Just a tractor
3/5
Some things about this tractor are excellent, like the drive-on mower deck. Other things, like the plastic hood and the exposed fuel line are not good. In the 3 years I've owned this tractor, I've replaced the mower gear box, fixed the 3-point hitch, replaced a damaged fuel line and determined that it just plain won't run in winter without fuel treatment. I expected more from Deere and from one of the highest priced products in the category
Pros
- drive-on mower deck
Cons
- cheap plastic hood
- 3-point hitch connections
- exposed fuel lines
- fogged up guages
Rikabod
3
3
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
Good tractor but poor quality
3/5
Rear hydraulics were broke on tractor when new. Dealership fixed it by replacing the value and a cracked part. Broke again within a week where a clip was not replaced correctly which made the rear left lift arm come completely off the tractor.
mike148
From: Sparta, GA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
3
1
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
Product has good features should be a bit more heavy duty
3/5
I have had some minor issues with the drive on deck being touchy and not taking more than one attempt to hook up properly. Also the height setting feature needs to be more robust it is a cheap plastic knob and need repaired not long after purchase.
Pros
- very verstile
jlv5043
From: Ohio, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
3
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
For the mechanically inclined
3/5
It can be tough getting the implements on and off. This is a very expensive tractor to operate. One of my quick disconnects is not so quick. Had the tractor in the shop several times and they are not cheap!
On the plus side is the four wheel drive. As I mow on steep terrain I have never been stuck with this tractor.
Pros
- maneuverable
Cons
- maintenance is expensive
- implements are tough to fool with
rockytopva
From: Blacksburg, VA, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
3
AUGUST 17, 2015
Great Tractor
4/5
I have a large yard and this Tractor takes care of my 45 acres for light mowing, dirt moving, light logging very nicely, I only wish I had this 5 years earlier, it has been a great purchase worth every penny.
NorthernBoy42
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
I love that it's such a great universial tractor!
5/5
Love that I can do it all with this tractor! I mow about 6 acres of lawn, grade my long driveway, use a subsoil ripper to pop up dead stumps and if I need to dig in hard soil, stir up my huge leave piles with the loader, that I have created with the power flow blower attached to my 60" deck! I wish I had bought it 5 or 10 years earlier!
Pros
- great work saver!
bigO
From: Salem mo
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Front Loader and Rotary Tiller are the greatest for most of what I need to use it for.
5/5
I find it very easy to use and is very useful. I use it to move rock and dirt as well as to till gardens. I use it to move firewood and anything I don't want to use a wheel barrel on. It is well worth the money spent.
Superdog
From: Poseyville, IN 47633, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Tough little tractor
5/5
when I bought my John Deere, the sales man told me "This little tractor has no idea how small it is". I would have to say he was correct, since purchasing, this tractor has pushed snow, carried and graded several tons of top soil, removed a deck and just keeps going, going and going.
I never considered purchasing a different brand and I am glad. If I ever wear out this one I will certainly replace it with another Deere, because nothing runs like a Deere.....
Cons
- none i know of.
Weapoole
From: Shenandoah Valley, Va
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Perfect for small estate
5/5
Plenty of power for the front loader for tasks and great with the snow blower. Added a Ratchet Rake Attachment to make the bucket more aggressive for breaking the ground and removing undergrowth.
BobG
From: Waterford WI
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Great value could use a few tweaks
4/5
Could benefit from the following minor adjustments
Tilt wheel steering
Better brackets for securing signal lights. They could potentially be placed inside the ROPS.
Easier method of keeping the PTO engaged in reverse.
Pros
- user friendly
Cons
- see above
GMan22
From: Newark, OH, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Front Loader
4/5
I got the standard front loader on my 1023E, not the quick connect option. The dealer demonstrated the standard loader removal & reattachment procedure. Simple and easy enough. However on my tractor I have some issues attaching & removing the loader. The top right pin is always very difficult to remove and replace while the other pins are able to be removed and/or installed with no effort whatsoever. It is as if the top right attachment hole is misaligned. I have told the dealer about this problem and their response was " well thats just the way it is sometimes". Very disappointing and no effort to address the problem. The bucket is always removed and reattached on a level concert garage floor. The tractor is less than 1 year old.
Tizzy
From: Coalport, PA 16627, USA
Length of Ownership: 6 Months
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
4
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
This tractor has so many options to use
5/5
This is my first John Deere tractor an I am sold on them. If you need a tractor this is the one for you. So many options to use. Also easy to use. my only suggestion is to make CD on manuals. nobody really Read's them. So people can watch how to use them an make buyers enjoy the tractor better. More prompt to buy adaptation devices.
charla1023E
From: Belpre, OH, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Punches above its weight
5/5
The 1023E is nimble enough to get into tight places where a larger tractor would do too much damage to turf and ornamental plants or where a larger vehicle just won't fit. I saved several thousand dollars by digging up my own water pipe to locate a leak. It did a good job of clearing snow off a quarter mile of local road (several times) with the front end loader. I do not have the time and you do not have the space to list a fraction of the tasks done by this tractor. The ergonomics are excellent and I have received good advice and service from my local dealer.
Sarge
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Expert
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
The Tractor has performed satisfactorily
4/5
Excellent operating features. Could have used a better lifting weight at least enough to lift a 4 X 5 round bale of hay. Suggest you use more spring in the seat as the tractor is very rough on virgin ground.
Pros
- satisfactory
Deuteron
From: Hayden, AL 35079, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
4
5
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
Solid versatile little tractor that my wife and I both use.
5/5
This machine has many different functions but the main ones for us are the mower and the loader. it is very easy to attach the mower deck and cut grass. The turning radius is remarkably tight and the 7 iron mower deck is rugged and strong. My wife clears the snow from our driveway with the loader bucket when I'm at work clearing parking lots. I've used the loader for many things including hauling tree trunks and brush, loading stone, dirt, mulch and any other item normally put in a wheelbarrow. The controls are simple and we both agree...It's fun
Pros
- diesel fuel goes farther than gasoline
BGuy
From: Kulpsville, PA, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Weekly
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
5
AUGUST 17, 2015
Best investment
5/5
The only thing I would change on the tractor is the deck height adjustment. The dial can be difficult to turn at times. Other than that the tractor is the perfect size for me. It's not to big of a mower and can still maneuver in tight spaces. It can clear snow with the loader and a rear blade, smooths my driveway, and hauls small square bales around. The tractor is perfect on a 10" post hole digger and we are still finding uses for it.
Pros
- 4wd and agility
- not to big for small jobs but not to small for big
Cons
- deck height adjustment
Bullship7
From: Howells, NE 68641, USA
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Daily
Level of Expertise: Intermediate
Yes, I recommend this product
5
5
4
AUGUST 17, 2015
I purchased a Brush Hog with mine
4/5
The First time I used the brush hog, half of the retaining pins fell out. I replaced them and used safety wire to hold them in place.
Cons
- retaining pins
From: South Carolina
Length of Ownership: 1 Year or Longer
Usage Frequency: Monthly
Level of Expertise: Beginner
Yes, I recommend this product
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