Not thrilled

My main issue is the electronic height control of the mower deck. I have a lot of fencing and wanted to use a belly mower instead of one on the 3 point. I also did not move as quickly as I wanted to the property. I did not mow very often. But I started having issues with the electronic height control. It would go all over the place. I also had a hydraulic oil leak, and the PTO engagement was intermittent. I paid the $100 to send it back to the dealer. They said it was me, sent it back to me. I had the same issues, eventually the PTO would not engage at all. I sent it back, said the PTO did not engage and the height is still all over the place, mainly putting the deck into the ground. They told me, they found a hydraulic oil leak, no charge to repair, need to order a gasket. They found bad wiring on the PTO solenoid. They also said the actuator for the deck height is broken and not under warranty. Since it was uncommon, Deere won't replace it. Cost is $1700 or so, I don't remember, but it was more than I would spend on a essentially brand new tractor. I checked the internet, common issue, most broke within first year of ownership. Since I did not need to mow much now, it broke after the warranty. Winter project will be to see if I can repair the actuator, if I can't I will get a mower for the 3 point. Tractor other than being brand new and having these issues, is pretty good. At the least, I do not recommend the belly mower. For as expensive as this tractor is, it will probably be my first and last Deere.

Pros

Cons

• low quality height adjust on belly mower

very DISAPPOINTED with loader -- Everything else I like

As another user reported, the bucket on my 2017 2032R (loader 220R) does not hold it’s tilt back or its position!! If I load the bucket it starts to flop back and forth while driving the tractor causing the load to shift and spill. It will not hold in position. I have to constantly keep rolling it back. Even holding the control engaged, it will still flop. When empty it will do the same, just takes longer (1-2 min) and then bangs back and forth while driving. I took it to the dealer and was told it was within normal tolerances. Very disappointed in this John Deere tractor/loader. What a poor crappy design. My Orange tractor did not do this. There are some aspects I really liked on this over my old Orange tractor, so I bought a new Green one, but this bucket issue driving me back to Orange. If JD would acknowledge this design flaw and correct it, they would have a 5 star unit.

Pros

• good unit

Cons

• poor loader design

Great tractor- 1 small improvement needed

Wish I had this tractor a long time ago; the amount of time savings its given me getting things done is amazing. I live on an acreage so have a lot of mowing to do in addition to utilizing the implements (snow blower, loader, backhoe)- so the one gripe I have that PLEASE JD IF YOU'RE LISTENING- COME OUT WITH DYNAMIC MULCH CONTROL ON THE 7 IRON MOWING DECKS that ship with the 1-3 series tractors. It was awesome to switch back & forth between discharge and mulching on my old x500 series AccelDeep Deck and ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS is this feature:) I'm' not saying this should hold buyers back from the purchase, I just hope JD sees this and comes out with an on the fly (without uninstalling) mulch kit for the 60D deck so I can switch back and forth as I'm mowing. great tractor, highly recommend!

Pros

• tons of power
• high quality build

Cons

• needs on the fly mulch control option for mower

Bucket problems

The bucket on my 2032r does not hold it’s tilt back or its position. If I leave the tractor with the bucket raised it will be on the ground in 15 minutes. If I load the bucket with wood to be moved bucket slowly drops while moving the load.I took it to my dealer and he told me it was within normal tolerances. Very disappointed in this John Deere tractor.

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Bucket problems

The bucket on my 2032r does not hold it’s tilt back or its position. If I leave the tractor with the bucket raised it will be on the ground in 15 minutes. If I load the bucket with wood to be moved bucket slowly drops while moving the load.I took it to my dealer and he told me it was within normal tolerances. Very disappointed in this John Deere tractor.

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2018 2032R

I purchased this tractor last July and can't believe I lived without one this long! I added the heavy duty bucket and I highly recommend this upgrade, it has come in handy being able to lift items with chains with the bucket. I also opted for the backhoe attachment, it has plenty of power for digging, I used it to cut drainage ditches across my road which is hard shale and it had no problem digging. other attachments I have or a box blade and a large spreader that saved my back sanding the driveway this past winter, although they are not JD attachments they worked great even though they're not JD Green in color. Overall I love this tractor and very pleased with it's performance and fuel economy as well. If you're debating between the 1 series and the 2 series, spend the extra money on the 2 series you won't regret it.

Pros

• ease of use
• operator friendly
• joystick for bucket on fender is the best
• very good power
• excellent fuel economy

Cons

• none at this time

2018 2032R

I purchased this tractor last July and can't believe I lived without one this long! I added the heavy duty bucket and I highly recommend this upgrade, it has come in handy being able to lift items with chains with the bucket. I also opted for the backhoe attachment, it has plenty of power for digging, I used it to cut drainage ditches across my road which is hard shale and it had no problem digging. other attachments I have or a box blade and a large spreader that saved my back sanding the driveway this past winter, although they are not JD attachments they worked great even though they're not JD Green in color. Overall I love this tractor and very pleased with it's performance and fuel economy as well. If you're debating between the 1 series and the 2 series, spend the extra money on the 2 series you won't regret it.

Pros

• ease of use
• operator friendly
• joystick for bucket on fender is the best
• very good power
• excellent fuel economy

Cons

• none at this time

2032R "R" stands for it ROCKS

Purchased the 2032R a little over a year ago. I added the loader, 59" front mount snow blower and Curtis cab with heat. I also added the 3rd SCV as I bought a 60" grapple. Lighting was insufficient for blowing snow so I added a 30" led bar light on the roof of cab and 2-4" led lights on the rear. The tractor is awesome! So far, there is no chore that this tractor struggled. Starts every time. All switches, hydraulics, etc. all work as they are intended. You would not believe the logs I pick up with the grapple! I found out quickly that rear ballast was needed! Great quality and great tractor. Can't say the same for the dealership in Edinboro, PA.

Pros

• everything!

Cons

• nothing!

2032R "R" stands for it ROCKS

Purchased the 2032R a little over a year ago. I added the loader, 59" front mount snow blower and Curtis cab with heat. I also added the 3rd SCV as I bought a 60" grapple. Lighting was insufficient for blowing snow so I added a 30" led bar light on the roof of cab and 2-4" led lights on the rear. The tractor is awesome! So far, there is no chore that this tractor struggled. Starts every time. All switches, hydraulics, etc. all work as they are intended. You would not believe the logs I pick up with the grapple! I found out quickly that rear ballast was needed! Great quality and great tractor. Can't say the same for the dealership in Edinboro, PA.

Pros

• everything!

Cons

• nothing!

Love it

I own a turf management business and use this tractor to pull a 72in APS seeder and it handles it very well. A lot of power on a nice size frame for lawn work. I have had it for over a year now and I have no complaints what so ever. John Deere did a great job on this model series.

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Love it

I own a turf management business and use this tractor to pull a 72in APS seeder and it handles it very well. A lot of power on a nice size frame for lawn work. I have had it for over a year now and I have no complaints what so ever. John Deere did a great job on this model series.

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Cons

This tractor is well engineered

Changing implements is very easy. I can remove the loader and install the mower in less than 5 minutes. The only words of caution is not to get diesel fuel on the plastic fenders. It will take the gloss off of the plastic. I now cover around the fuel tank with a towel to catch any drips that may occur. Everything else about this tractor is amazing! The drive over mower took a little practice but now it easy. Cutting the grass with a 72" mower is really fast. The imatch system makes it easy to switch from one implement to another. I would also recommend the quick disconnect for the hydraulic lines for the loader. I can remove the loader without even getting off the tractor.

Pros

Cons

This tractor is well engineered

Changing implements is very easy. I can remove the loader and install the mower in less than 5 minutes. The only words of caution is not to get diesel fuel on the plastic fenders. It will take the gloss off of the plastic. I now cover around the fuel tank with a towel to catch any drips that may occur. Everything else about this tractor is amazing! The drive over mower took a little practice but now it easy. Cutting the grass with a 72" mower is really fast. The imatch system makes it easy to switch from one implement to another. I would also recommend the quick disconnect for the hydraulic lines for the loader. I can remove the loader without even getting off the tractor.

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Cons

The tractor worth waiting for

I purchased the 2032R in June of 2017, newest version. Previously had a 2025 that was 4 years old and just thought this new one would be a little more capable and boy is it. In addition, the seat is significantly more comfortable, new dash and control layout much nicer and I really like the new loader control much better. I added the convenient hydraulic fast block, now I don't even leave the seat to remove and attach the loader. Got the 62" mid mount mower and front end loader at the time of purchase and couldn't be happier. Also had the optional work light kit installed and rear tires loaded. Also like the fuel filling is now on the rear fender instead of up by the hood.

Pros

• built like a big tractor
• more fun than it should be

Cons

• none

The tractor worth waiting for

I purchased the 2032R in June of 2017, newest version. Previously had a 2025 that was 4 years old and just thought this new one would be a little more capable and boy is it. In addition, the seat is significantly more comfortable, new dash and control layout much nicer and I really like the new loader control much better. I added the convenient hydraulic fast block, now I don't even leave the seat to remove and attach the loader. Got the 62" mid mount mower and front end loader at the time of purchase and couldn't be happier. Also had the optional work light kit installed and rear tires loaded. Also like the fuel filling is now on the rear fender instead of up by the hood.

Pros

• built like a big tractor
• more fun than it should be

Cons

• none

60' DECK

I would like to see a cab for this tractor. Air seat would be nice for this tractor. But been having problem with my drive over deck. Gauge is set in one place like 3 1/2 " and then while cutting it will drop to lower number. Do not know why it does that. Any one else have that problem?

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60' DECK

I would like to see a cab for this tractor. Air seat would be nice for this tractor. But been having problem with my drive over deck. Gauge is set in one place like 3 1/2 " and then while cutting it will drop to lower number. Do not know why it does that. Any one else have that problem?

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Excellent design and confront his number one

Excellent design and confront his number one . I’ve owned a 1025R, I purchased a 2032R in 2016 it was OK just very uncomfortable. So I traded that in for a 2032 R My 17 it has comfort design and is so much more that I could ever hope for and a tractor I highly recommend the 2032 my 17 you won’t be disappointed!

Pros

• 2017 best

Cons

Excellent design and confront his number one

Excellent design and confront his number one . I’ve owned a 1025R, I purchased a 2032R in 2016 it was OK just very uncomfortable. So I traded that in for a 2032 R My 17 it has comfort design and is so much more that I could ever hope for and a tractor I highly recommend the 2032 my 17 you won’t be disappointed!

Pros

• 2017 best

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