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1023E

Sub-Compact Tractor

  • Powerful Final Tier 4-compliant diesel engine
  • New, easy-lift hood with dual gas-charged lift struts
  • Auto-Connect™ mid-mower deck can be installed or removed in less than 5 minutes

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Features



Powerful engine
  • Tier 4-compliant isolated Yanmar® TNM clean and silent diesel engine
  • 22.4 gross hp (PS) - 16.5 power take-off (PTO) hp
  • 3200 rpm rated speed
Strong hydraulics
  • Standard dual mid-selective control valve (SCV) with integrated loader joystick
  • Third SCV kit
  • Power beyond kit
  • Independent hydraulic-lift kit
  • Rear-hydraulic coupler kit
Comfortable operator station and controls
  • Ag tractor family styling with sloping hood design
  • Folding rollover protective structure (ROPS)
  • Spring suspension seat
  • Cup holder and additional storage
Versatile implements
  • D120 and H120 Loaders
  • 54D AutoConnect™ and 60D AutoConnect 7-Iron™ mower decks
  • Material-collection system
  • 260 Backhoe
  • iMatch™ AutoHitch™ system
  • Rotary brooms 132.1 cm and 152.4 cm (52 in. and 60 in.)
  • Front blade 137.2 cm (54 in.)
  • Snow blowers 119.4 cm and 137.2 cm (47 in. and 54 in.)
  • Rotary tillers (647 and 655)

 

Yanmar is a trademark of Yanmar Company limited.

Both 4WD and power steering are standard equipment on the 1023E. This combination allows for excellent maneuverability and ease of operation of the tractor.

  • Narrow overall width allows the 1023E to work in tight areas where most compact tractors just can't fit, yet the 144.8 cm (57-in.) wheel base and 119.4 cm (47-in.) overall width gives great stability for all type of terrains.
  • Power steering requires less effort than manual steering; especially valuable when mowing around obstacles or when the tractor is used with a front loader.
  • High horsepower-to-weight ratio makes the 1023E a good choice for a variety of tasks; overall tractor weight reduces ground compaction and makes the 1023E an excellent mowing tractor.
  • The power take-off (PTO) on the 1023E is fully independent PTO, allowing engaging and disengaging of the PTO without stopping tractor movement. This is important when driving across obstacles such as driveways while mowing.
  • Front Quik-Tatch™ hitch makes changing front implements quick and easy
  • All front implements (blade, brooms, and snow blowers) use a common hitch
  • AutoConnect™ mid-mount mower decks, D120 and H120 Loaders, and 260 Backhoe can be taken on or off within 5 minutes, and no tools are necessary
  • Changing rear implements is a snap with the iMatchTM Quick-Hitch, which has three fixed points to back in and pick up a rear implement that is iMatch compatible

*Features shown are available with all current model year tractors.

Implement compounding (1025R Tractor shown)Implement compounding (1025R Tractor shown)
  • Allows mounting more than one implement at a time, eliminating implement changeover
  • Loader, mid mower, backhoe, and a variety of 3-point hitch implements can be attached to the tractor at the same time
3-cylinder Yanmar TNM Series diesel engine3-cylinder Yanmar TNM Series diesel engine

Power is provided by a compact and high-performance 3-cylinder Yanmar® TNM Series diesel engine.

 

This series of engines was developed to meet Tier 4 environmental protection agency (EPA) environmental requirements by featuring low levels of both exhaust and emissions.

 Model

Number of cylinders 

Engine displacement 

 Gross engine hp (PS)

power take-off (PTO) hp

1023E

 3

 0.993 L

22.4

 16.5

Yanmar TNM Series engine offers these features:
  • Economical for good cooling and long life
  • Isolated engine provides reduced vibration and noise for the operator; indirect fuel injection uses a pre-combustion chamber to give the engine a smooth and quiet operation; aluminum alloy piston with built-in steel struts are lightweight to reduce connection rod bearing loads and provide good heat transfer characteristics
    • Design permits tighter tolerances and neutralizes expansion of the piston, thereby reducing blow-by gas and less noise from the piston slap
    • Higher top rings on the piston and a thinner-head gasket greatly reduces the volume of unburned waste gases and increases combustion efficiency
  • Timing-gear teeth have a designed roll-off profile giving almost no clash, no noise, and no backlash
  • High-torque reserve provides plenty of power under heavy load, yet retains excellent fuel economy
  • Fuel filter with replaceable element
  • Full-pressure lubrication system provides filtered oil under pressure to all vital engine parts
  • Glow plugs provide quick starts in temperatures down to -18°C (0°F). (Optional engine coolant heater attachment will assist starting under more extreme conditions.)
  • Auto-bleed fuel system means there is no special bleeding required if the tractor runs out of fuel; this system will self-prime the injection pump, lines, and injectors, providing fast fuel recovery
  • Key start and shut off eliminates fuel shut-off knob
  • Electric solenoid shuts fuel supply off immediately when key is turned off
  • See-through coolant recovery tank permits operator to check coolant level without removing radiator cap
  • Dry-type air cleaner with safety element keeps dirt and other contaminants out of the engine

    • Safety element (second filter) will protect engine if primary filter would develop a leak
    • Protects engine when servicing primary filter
  • Side-screen panels and front-grille screen provide excellent flow of air to the engine compartment
  • Sealed-radiator compartment keeps trash and debris on outside of hood
  • Single-piece side panels can be removed for easy and quick access to the engine
  • Horizontal exhaust discharges fumes away from the operator station, reducing noise and improving operator visibility and comfort

Yanmar is a trademark of Yanmar Company Limited.

The 1023E and 1025R Tractors feature a HST.

  • Fluid under pressure transmits engine power to the drive wheels through a hydraulic pump and motor
  • The hydrostatic-drive unit functions both as a clutch and transmission
Twin Touch foot controls Twin Touch foot controls

Twin Touch foot controls allow selecting both speed and direction of travel with a touch of the toe. Ideally suited for jobs where productivity is a must, such as loader or mower applications.

  • Infinite ground speeds, even at full throttle, to match the job
  • No clutching for fast direction changes
  • Faster, easier, and more precise to operate than competitive tractors with treadle pedal design (toe-heel)
  • Provides high torque for start up
  • Reduces power train shock loads
  • Large foot pedals were designed for operator comfort and allow for convenient operation of the tractor
Two-speed transmissionTwo-speed transmission

Transmission has two speeds - Hi and Lo range.

  • The range lever is located next to the seat, conveniently within reach of the operator
  • Lo range allows performing tougher tasks at higher speeds than competitive tractors equipped with a three-range transmission (that is, lo range on three-speed transaxle is slower than lo range on a two-speed transaxle)

 

Durability features include:

  1. Large forged one-piece trunnion shaft with larger support bearings that reduce vibration and noise.
  2. Innovative transaxle combines an HST, gear reduction axle, and clutch.
  3. Pressure side filtration allows using a finer-mesh filter (10 micron) than suction filtration systems use on many competitive tractors.
  4. One pump to supply charge pressure and implement flow. A flow divider splits the flow to various circuits throughout the tractor.
  5. The transaxle has an oil cooler which provides improved hydraulic cooling performance.
Open operator's station (1025R shown)Open operator's station (1025R shown)

The 1023E operator's station has been designed to allow for greater operator comfort and increased visibility. Large and easy-to-grab handrails are located on each fender for an easier on and off of the tractor from either side.

  • Sloping hood design provides improved visibility
  • Operator station provides plenty of room for comfortable operation
  • Step-through textured flat operator station makes getting on and off the tractor easy from either side of the tractor
  • Fender-mounted handrails are large and easy to grab; located on each fender, they assist the operator in getting on and off the tractor
  • Controls are located next to the fenders for operator convenience
  • Operator controls are color-coded for easy identification of operation
  • Front-horizontal exhaust for increased operator visibility

*Features shown are available on current model year tractors.

Operator presence systemOperator presence system
  • If the operator leaves the tractor seat when the transmission, mid- or rear-power take-off (PTO) is engaged, the engine will shut down
Foldable Roll-Gard ROPS Foldable Roll-Gard ROPS

Foldable Roll-Gard™ rollover protective structure (ROPS) and retractable seat belt are standard equipment to protect the operator in the event of a tractor tip over, as well as improve the ability to store tractor in a garage.

 

Seat belt is within easy reach of the operator, to encourage the use of it whenever operating the tractor.

*Features shown are available on current model year tractors.

Lighting
Standard lighting shownStandard lighting shown

Standard equipment lighting includes:

  • 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

*Features shown are available on current model year tractors.

iMatch Quick-HitchiMatch Quick-Hitch
iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookupiMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup
iMatch Quick-Hitch (LVB25976)iMatch Quick-Hitch (LVB25976)
iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup (LVB25976)iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup (LVB25976)

One of the greatest operator 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 American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) 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: The bushing set can be seen in the picture above. 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: 1.93-1.95 cm (0.76-0.77 in.)
    • Outside diameter: 3.15-3.18 cm (1.24-1.25 in.)
  • Lower bushings
    • Inside diameter: 2.24-2.26 cm (0.88 to 0.89 in.)
    • Outside diameter: 3.63-3.66 cm (1.43 to 1.44 in.)
Gas-lift springGas-lift spring
  • The under-hood gas-lift support provides easy one-finger access to the engine compartment and eliminates the need for a mechanical prop rod.
  • This design of the support structure provides excellent rigidity for the hood.
1025R Tractor1025R Tractor
  • The 1 Family tractors includes factory-installed mechanical deck lift components.
  • The addition of these components from the factory significantly reduces the time required to do the initial mower deck installation at the time of purchase.
  • Refer to the mowers and material collection page for more details on mower deck installation and compatibility.

Specifications


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Key Specs 1023e
Current Model
Engine power (gross)16.5 kW
22.4 hp
Power take-off (PTO) power10.8 kW
14.5 hp
Steering hydraulics10.8 L/min
2.8 gpm
Implement hydraulics13.2 L/min
3.5 gpm
Hitch typeLimited Category 1
Lift capacity, 24-in. behind link arms309 kg
681 lb
Standard transmission; forward/reverseHydrostatic - 2 range
Cruise controlNo
Approximate shipping weight (open-station; cab)610 kg
1345 lb
Wheelbase145 cm
57.1 in.
Engine
FamilyEYDXL0.99NS2
FYDXL0.99NS2
GYDXL0.99NS2
ManufacturerYanmar
Engine model3TNM74F-NCJT
Engine power (gross)16.5 kW
22.4 hp
Power take-off (PTO) power10.8 kW
14.5 hp
Rated engine speed3200 rpm
TypeDiesel
Injection pump typeIndirect Injection
AspirationNatural
Emissions complianceFinal Tier 4
Cylinders/displacement3 / 0.993 L
3 / 60.6 cu in.
Number of cylindersThree
Cylinder linersCast-In-Block
Bore and stroke74x77 mm
2.91 x 3.03 in.
Compression ratio23.5:1
LubricationPressurized
Cooling systemWater pump
Air cleanerDual element
Engine torque at rated speed49.2 Nm
36.3 lb-ft
Fuel tank capacity21.2 L
5.6 U.S. gal.
Electrical
Battery size500 CCA
Alternator (12-V)40 amp
Starter size1.2 kW
1.6 hp
Fuel system
TypeIndirect Injection
Fuel consumption
5.3 L/hr
1.4 U.S. gal./hr
Transmission
Standard transmission; forward/reverseHydrostatic - 2 range
Optional transmission; forward/reverse
Left-hand reverserNo
Transmission gear ranges
Final driveBull Gear
BrakesWet disc (left-hand pedal)
SteeringPower
Clutch, wet/dryN/A
Clutch disk diameter wet clutch
Axle capacityFront
612 kg
1349 lb
Rear
715 kg
1576 lb
CreeperNo
Cruise controlNo
Differential lockYes
Drawbar maximum vertical load
Hydraulics
TypeOpen Center
Pump rated outputSteering
10.8 L/min
2.8 gpm
Implement
13.2 L/min
3.5 gpm
24 L/min
6.3 gpm
Pump typeGear
Maximum operating pressure2150 psi
Draft control sensingSelect Control
Remote control valves availableTwo
3-point hitch
TypeLimited Category 1
Lift capacity, 24-in. behind link arms309 kg
681 lb
Power take-off (PTO)
StandardRear - 540 rpm
Mid - 2100
Optional
ControlIndependent
ClutchWet disc
Brake (for mid and rear PTO)Wet disc
Engagement method
Fluid capacities
Crankcase with filter2.7 L
2.9 qt
Transmission and hydraulic system14 L
3.7 qt
Final drive
TypeBull Gear
Differential lockYes
Operator station
Rollover protective structureType
Foldable
Yes
Platform - flat/straddleOne-piece semi flat
Gear shift location - console/floorLeft Hand Side
Cab
ComplianceNA
VisibilityNA
Air conditioning, temperature differentialNA
DoorsNA
Noise ratingNA
Seat equipmentNA
Dimensions
Wheelbase145 cm
57.1 in.
Front axle clearance195 mm
7.7 in.
Turning radius with brakes
Turning radius without brakes2.25 m
7.4 ft
Limited slip differentialNo
Approximate shipping weight (open-station; cab)610 kg
1345 lb
Tires
FrontR4 - 18x8.5-10
RearR4 - 26x12-12
Front tread range91.8 cm
36.1 in.
Rear tread spacing89.5 cm
Miscellaneous
ToolboxYes
Tilt steering wheel
12-V Outlet

Accessories and Attachments

Ballast

Ballast boxBallast box
Ballast box with 3E TractorBallast 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 extensionBallast 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.

Cold Start Packages

Adapter partsAdapter parts

Adapter attaches to the engine cylinder block.

Engine coolant heaterEngine 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.

Drawbar

Magnetic hitch pinMagnetic 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

Engine coolant heater kitEngine 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).

Front Weights

Front Wheels And Tires

18x8.50-10 (4PR, R3 Turf, 1 Position) Front Wheels and Tires - BLV10859

18x8.50-10 (4PR, R4 Industrial, 1 Position) Front Wheels and Tires - BLV10857

Hydraulics

3rd Function Selective Control Valve - BLV11143

Power Beyond Kit - BLV11216

Power Beyond Kit (1023E, 1025R, 1026R) - LVB25956

Third SCV kitThird SCV kit
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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 Selective Control Valve Kit - BLV11217

Rear-hydraulic outlet kitRear-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 Tubing Kit - BLV10948

Lighting

Rear work lightRear 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.

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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).

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 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.

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

Two guards are included in each kit and are for open-operator station (OOS) tractors only.

Shown on 4000 TEN Series TractorShown 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.

Miscellaneous

Typical home maintenance kitTypical 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

Rear License Plate Kit (Includes Light) - BLV11042

Tractor Cover - LP95637

Open Operator's Station

Canopy Kit - Rigid Plastic - LP64809

Large seat coverLarge 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

Power Take-off (Pto)

Rear Wheels And Tires

26x12-12 (4PR, R3 Turf, 1 Position) Rear Wheels and Tires - BLV10858

26x12-12 (4PR, R4 Industrial, 1 Position) Rear Wheels and Tires - BLV10856

Spark Arrester

Spark arresterSpark arrester

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

Three-point Hitch

3-Point Hitch Tractor Receiver Hitch - LP25001

iMatch Quick Hitch Bushings - LVU12858

iMatch Quick Hitch Bushings - LVU15507

iMatch Quick-Hitch bushingiMatch 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 Bushing Kit - LP25004

iMatch Quick Hitch Upper Adapter Bushing - PM00353

iMatch Quick Hitch Upper Adapter Bushing - PM03008

iMatch Quick-Hitch (LVB25255)iMatch Quick-Hitch (LVB25255)
iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup (LVB25255)iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup (LVB25255)
iMatch Quick-Hitch (LVB25976)iMatch Quick-Hitch (LVB25976)
iMatch Quick-Hitch with rotary cutter hookup (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 kitiMatch 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 chainsTire 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.

Weights

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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 weight23-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 wheelSchematic 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 weight70-lb (32-kg) cast-iron starter weight
Starter weight with 50-lb (22.7-kg) cast-iron weightStarter 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 weights23-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 weight33-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)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 weights23-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 weight33-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)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 weights23-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 weight33-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)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 weight42-lb (19-kg) Quik-Tatch weight
42-lb (19-kg) weights and optional mounting bracket42-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)

The Compact Utility Tractor Composite Hood

We design our Compact Utility Tractor Hoods for the harsh, extreme environments they are intended to be used in. We have developed them to be tough and durable. How tough? See what happens when you drop an 8.8 lb (4 kg) Shot Put on one of our composite hoods in – 20 F. (- 28.89 C) temperatures. Don’t do that with a metal hood.

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Awesome TRACTOR FOR VALUE AND FUN

5/5

I've had my 1023e for the better part of 2 years. I considered the 500 and 700 lawnmowers as what I got this for was mostly cutting grass. My previous mower was a Honda Harmony H1011 Riding mower that worked great, but took well more than an hour to cut the yard and did require a bit of body English to get traction in some of the challenging sections. I have always liked John Deere products so my bias is showing. My machine (named Jade) cut the mowing time down to 20 minutes but I spend more than that out cutting anything I can find (road frontages mostly as well as the street side parts of my country neighbors). It's great fun to ride on (and cut grass). Durability has been great (no trips to the shop except for initial oil change and servicing). I get about a year's worth of grass cutting out of 10 gallons of diesel (basically it uses about a gallon per hour). The four wheel drive is a beast, especially when I press the rear locker down with my heal. I've taken out more of the woods at my property and have been mowing over the weeds that grew back. If you really want something that is pretty cool, take a test drive. The dealership in Williamsburg Virginia is awesome too. Just saying. Kindest regards, Donner Grigsby

Pros

  • nothing runs like a deer

Cons

  • upsets my neighbors that it's too cool

Docdonner

From: Williamsburg Virginia

Length of Ownership: 1yearOrLonger

Usage Frequency: Monthly

Level of Expertise: Intermediate

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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: 1yearOrLonger

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Expert

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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

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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: 1yearOrLonger

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Intermediate

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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

Bill57

From: Southwest Va

Length of Ownership: 6months

Usage Frequency: Daily

Level of Expertise: Expert

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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.

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Lobsterclaw

From: Georgetown, ME, USA

Length of Ownership: 1yearOrLonger

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Beginner

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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.

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coachjim

From: luray va

Length of Ownership:

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Intermediate

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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.....

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Gregg1

From: Wi

Length of Ownership: 1month

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Intermediate

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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: 1yearOrLonger

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Expert

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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: 6months

Usage Frequency: Daily

Level of Expertise: Expert

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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: 3months

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Intermediate

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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: 1yearOrLonger

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Intermediate

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