1023ESub-Compact Tractor

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 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.

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

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.

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 ROPS keeps you protected during operation and improve the ability to store tractor in a garage

Foldable Roll-Gard ROPS

Foldable Roll-Gard™ rollover protective structure (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

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.

BXX10241 Load-N-Go kit on 60D AutoConnect Deck

Load-N-Go with deck and 1 Series Tractor

Use Load-N-Go to move the deck with the tractor

The Load-N-Go kit is an industry-exclusive solution to allow operators with the AutoConnect mid-mount drive-over deck system to easily service and move the mower deck.

Ballast box

Ballast box with 3E Tractor

A ballast box can be used to carry additional ballast for greater tractor stability.

A 23-cm (9-in.) high extension can be added to ballast box for even greater capacity.

Ballast box extension

The hitch utilizes a standard Category 1 configuration for connection to the tractor Category 1 hitch.

A bushing kit is required for the ballast box to be used with the iMatch™ Quick-Hitch.

Ballast box with extension

The ballast box can be used to carry additional ballast for greater tractor stability.

A 23-cm (9-in.) high extension can be added to ballast box for even greater capacity.

The hitch utilizes a standard Category 1 configuration for connection to the tractor Category 1 hitch.

A bushing kit is required for the ballast box to be used with the iMatch™ Quick-Hitch.

The ballast box extension is only available through Parts; it is not a factory option.

Adapter parts

Adapter attaches to the engine cylinder block.

Engine coolant heater

The coolant heater allows for faster, smoother engine starts when the engine is cold.

Heater plugs into a 120-V electrical outlet to warm the engine for fast cold weather starts. It has a 400 W rated output:

• For Yanmar® engines

Yanmar is a trademark of Yanmar Company Limited.

Magnetic hitch pin

Fits John Deere lawn and garden tow behind attachments.

• Strong magnetic grip
• Rust resistant
• Easy to install, secure fit

Ordering information

Customers, please contact your local John Deere dealer for availability and pricing information.

Magnetic hitch pin

Order number: LP63768

Engine coolant heater kit

Attached to the engine cylinder block, the engine coolant heater plugs into a 120-V electrical outlet to warm the engine for fast cold-weather starts.

NOTE: It is recommended to install optional engine coolant heater, transmission oil heater, and battery heating pad (A22400P - ordered through A and I) if operating machine in temperatures below -18 ⁰C (0⁰F).

Third SCV kit

Includes single-lever control, hydraulic lines, and rear-mounted couplers with one set of outlets.

• Allows using third spool on SCV
• Provides a single set of rear SCV outlets for added versatility

Rear-hydraulic outlet kit

The rear-hydraulic outlet kit routes hydraulic power from dual mid-selective control valves to two sets of couplers at the rear of tractor.

Rear work light

This kit provides light to the rear of the tractor for evening work.

For open-station tractors only, this kit contains individual light.

Allow 30 minutes to install.

NOTE: Kit includes one rear light.

NOTE: Both the rear- and forward-work lights are compatible together and with the light-brush guard kits. The light kit contains a two-to-four pigtail that plugs into the main harness, as if only plugging one set of lights, providing two sets of plugs to use for forward and rear-work lights. The forward light is installed on top of the brush guard, and the rear light is installed inside the ROPS using the bolt holding the light and brush guard on.

NOTE: For 102E3 and 1026R Tractors – kit interference during backhoe operations (mounted inside ROPS) – use LVB25546 forward-light kit as an alternative.

The forward-lighting kit provides extra visibility when working in dark conditions. Lights attach to the brush guards located on the rollover protective structure (ROPS). Each kit contains two lights.

NOTE: Requires BLV10400 warning light brush guard kit and LVB26026 light kit harness. Not compatible with LVB25547 rear work light kit (1023E).

NOTE: Requires BLV10400 warning light brush guard kit. Not compatible with LVB25547 rear work light kit (1025R, 2025R, 2032R, 2038R, 3025E, 3032E, 3038E, 4105, 4044M, 4052M, 4066M).

NOTE: Requires BLV10620 premium warning light brush guard kit. Not compatible with LVB25547 rear work light kit (3033R, 3039R, 3046R, 4044R, 4052R, 4066R).

 Rollover protective structure (ROPS) mounted LED work lights

An optional LED work light kit is available for all open-station compact utility tractors. These lights provide extra visibility when working in dark conditions and have 180-degree rotation to face forward or backward. The kit contains two lights and the mounting hardware required for installation.

This lighting kit is mounted to the warning light brush guard kit, which is mounted to the ROPS and requires attachment BLV10400 for installation.
  
The halogen work light kit attachment is still available (LVB25546).

Light wire harness required to use with LVB25547 rear-work light kit and LVB25546 forward-lighting kit on 1023E Tractors.

Shown on 4000 TEN Series Tractor

ROPS warning-light brush guards protect turn signal/warning lights from damage caused by low branches on trees.

For open-station tractors only.

Two guards included in each kit.

Typical home maintenance kit

Filter Paks are a handy and convenient way for dealers to supply a customer with the maintenance-interval parts as specified in their operator's manual. These kits contain an oil filter, air filter, fuel filter and hydraulic filter, offering a complete solution for all your customers’ maintenance needs to keep their tractors running at peak performance.

Benefits of Filter Paks:

• Convenience – all filters in one package 
• Value – better pricing than purchasing individual components
• Performance – you get the most out of the capability of your tractor

Easy to understand – indicates models and contents so you never have to worry about the right filters for your compact utility tractor

Large seat cover

• Cushioned seat for extra comfort
• Fabric coated for maximum water resistance and repellency
• Elastic cord locks around safety sign on seat back
• Elastic cord in bottom hem for a custom fit
• Handy zippered storage case

Ordering information

Please contact your local John Deere dealer for availability and pricing information.

Large seat cover
Order number: LP95233

Spark arrester

Allows the Gator™ TX Turf to meet specific regulatory requirements.

iMatch Quick-Hitch bushing

Ordering information

Customers, please contact your local John Deere dealer for availability and pricing information.

iMatch Quick-Hitch Bushings
Order number: LP19969

iMatch Quick-Hitch (LVB25255)

iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup (LVB25255)

iMatch Quick-Hitch (LVB25976)

iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup (LVB25976)

One of the greatest customer concerns involves difficulty in attaching tractor implements. John Deere has addressed this issue with the iMatch Quick-Hitch.

The iMatch Quick-Hitch provides easy hookup and a guaranteed fit for all Category 1 implements that are designed to meet the ASAE Category 1 Standard S278.6 for quick-attach hitches.

• All implements require a set of bushings in order for the attachment to fit and work properly with the iMatch Quick-Hitch. One set of bushings comes with the iMatch Quick-Hitch.

NOTE: In the picture above, you see the bushing set. These bushings allow the hooks on the iMatch and the pins on the implement to fit together properly. All other implements (box blades, tillers, rear blades, etc.) will require a set of bushings to enlarge the pin to fit with the iMatch hooks. Bushings of different lengths can be found in the parts system or through a bushing supplier (see dimensions below).

• Upper bushing
  • Inside diameter: 0.76-0.77 in.
  • Outside diameter: 1.24-1.25 in.

• Lower bushings
  • Inside diameter: 0.88 to 0.89 in.
  • Outside diameter: 1.43 to 1.44 in.

iMatch quick-coupler bushing kit

This bushing kit is for use with Category 1 implements (ballast box) to make them function correctly with the iMatch Quick-Hitch.

Tire chains

Tire chains increase traction dramatically under ice and snow conditions.

NOTE: Not intended for use on all four rear tires on the TH 6x4.

One or two 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron weights may be installed on each rear wheel to provide extra traction and stability.

• Made of durable cast iron and painted John Deere yellow
• May be installed with wheel in either the narrow or wide position
• To stack the weights and install two on a wheel, two 1/2x8-in. bolts are required per wheel (not furnished)

23-kg (50-lb) plastic-shell rear-wheel weight

One 23-kg (50-lb) plastic-shell rear-wheel weight may be installed on each rear wheel to provide extra traction and stability.

• Outer shell made of tough polyethylene plastic
• Filled with a heavy granular material that contains a high iron percentage
• A bonding substance is added to hold the material together so that it will remain intact even if shell is damaged

Multiple stacking is not recommended.

Overall width of the tractor will be increased by approximately 5 cm (2 in.) when weights are installed.

Schematic of weight installed on wheel

Weights are packaged one per carton, with necessary hardware for installation on a wheel, in either the narrow or wide position.

70-lb (32-kg) cast-iron starter weight

Starter weight with 50-lb (22.7-kg) cast-iron weight

70-lb (32-kg) cast-iron starter weights can be bolted to the outside of the rear wheels for ballast.

Additional 50-lb (22.7-kg) cast-iron wheel weights may be bolted to the starter weight.

NOTES:

1. For 26-in. (660-mm) tire and rim only. 

2. Starter weight not for use on all-wheel-steer tractors.

3. X700 Special Edition Tractors (model year 2012 and prior) and X738, X739, and X758 Signature Series Tractors require a BM21497 wheel weight adapter ring on each rear wheel on which weights are to be installed. 

NOTE: Plastic rear-wheel weight comes with necessary hardware for installation.

23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron wheel weights

For 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron wheel weights on 26x12-in. rear tyres:

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor.

33-kg (72-lb) starter cast-iron wheel weight

For 33-kg (72-lb) starter cast-iron wheel weight on 26x12-in. rear tyres:

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor.

33-kg (72-lb) starter and 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron weight(s)

For 33-kg (72-lb) starter and 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron weight(s):

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor

NOTE: Plastic rear-wheel weight comes with necessary hardware for installation.

23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron wheel weights

For 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron wheel weights on 26x12-in. rear tyres:

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor.

33-kg (72-lb) starter cast-iron wheel weight

For 33-kg (72-lb) starter cast-iron wheel weight on 26x12-in. rear tyres:

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor.

33-kg (72-lb) starter and 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron weight(s)

For 33-kg (72-lb) starter and 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron weight(s):

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor

NOTE: Plastic rear-wheel weight comes with necessary hardware for installation.

23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron wheel weights

For 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron wheel weights on 26x12-in. rear tyres:

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor.

33-kg (72-lb) starter cast-iron wheel weight

For 33-kg (72-lb) starter cast-iron wheel weight on 26x12-in. rear tyres:

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor.

33-kg (72-lb) starter and 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron weight(s)

For 33-kg (72-lb) starter and 23-kg (50-lb) cast-iron weight(s):

NOTE: Order two sets for both sides of the tractor

42-lb (19-kg) Quik-Tatch weight

42-lb (19-kg) weights and optional mounting bracket

The 42-lb (19-kg) Quik-Tatch can be used to counterbalance a heavy front or rear attachment and/or provide greater stability, especially when operating on hills.

This weight is constructed of cast iron and weighs approximately 42 lb (19 kg).

Some vehicles have built-in front and/or rear weight brackets to hang the weights on; others require a weight bracket that must be ordered separately.

X400/X500 Heavy-Duty Garden Tractors and X700 Series Tractors require the following parts when weights are installed on the front of the tractor:

• One  M147986 weight retaining rod (Parts)
• Two  M40461 spring clip (Parts)