XJ2025 Owners?

[skysensor]

I'll be buying a small (25hp class) tractor loader with a mid-mount mower sometime between now and spring. I've become interested in the new XJ, based strictly upon the published specs compared to others in the class. Precious little noise about it on any of the usual forums, however. Any owners out there who can share their experience, good and bad? Thanks.

 

[Olympus]

I haven't seen anyone post about owning one here. I bought the 2023 earlier this year and I've been happy with it. I don't know what upgrades the XJ has other than a better seat. Not much info on them here.

 

[Bigfoot56]

I'll be buying a small (25hp class) tractor loader with a mid-mount mower sometime between now and spring. I've become interested in the new XJ, based strictly upon the published specs compared to others in the class. Precious little noise about it on any of the usual forums, however. Any owners out there who can share their experience, good and bad? Thanks.[/QUOTe


Howdy skysensor, I just bought an LS J2023H yesterday. It was the last tier3 model they had available in my area. Paid $ 16,700 tax out the door with a FEL, box-blade, & 4' tiller. They had a new XJ2025 in stock. It's about $1,000 more. It has 1hp less than the J model, is a tier4 engine (still Mitsubishi) & has a blue dash panel. It will be awhile before I can give an accurate review on it but after I've used it a bit I'll do a review.

 

[Bigfoot56]

I haven't seen anyone post about owning one here. I bought the 2023 earlier this year and I've been happy with it. I don't know what upgrades the XJ has other than a better seat. Not much info on them here.

Just picked up the same tractor you have. I was wondering how many hours you have on it, what kind of implements you are using, & if you have encountered any problems.

 

[antlers125]

I own a 2023. I have had it almost a year & has been excellent. It has 60hrs on it. Just 1 tip -definitely want to load the rear tires- due to lifting capacity. This is a great tractor for the price-$12,300.00. The only difference that I have read is the 2025 has a newer seat which changed the dash area a little & the 2025 may have a tier 4 engine.

 

[Bigfoot56]

I own a 2023. I have had it almost a year & has been excellent. It has 60hrs on it. Just 1 tip -definitely want to load the rear tires- due to lifting capacity. This is a great tractor for the price-$12,300.00. The only difference that I have read is the 2025 has a newer seat which changed the dash area a little & the 2025 may have a tier 4 engine.

I will definitely be putting water in the rear tires. In a shed somewhere?? is my old garden hose adapter. Yeah, a couple small changes & tier4 engine on the 2025 & they jacked the price. So far it seems like it will be able to do what I need. Dug out a little 4" oak stump today & moved some dirt. This little machine is gonna get worked hard so we will see how it goes. I need to buy or build bucket tooth bar as I've got a lot of trees & scrub to take out. I'll post a review once I put it through some hard work.

 

[Olympus]

I have enjoyed my tractor and I've been happy with it. Rimguard in the rear tires is a MUST. You'll need the extra weight for traction unless running in 4wd nonstop.

I have 60 hours on my tractor as well. Mine had a few problems, but the dealer took care of everything through warranty. It's 100% now.

 

[Bigfoot56]

I have enjoyed my tractor and I've been happy with it. Rimguard in the rear tires is a MUST. You'll need the extra weight for traction unless running in 4wd nonstop.

I have 60 hours on my tractor as well. Mine had a few problems, but the dealer took care of everything through warranty. It's 100% now.

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Thanks for the input. Years ago when I had a grading business (skid steers, tractors, excavator) I ran straight water in my tractor rears. Being on construction sites I would eventually find a nail or screw. I carried wooden dowel stock that I shaped into plugs. Ream the puncture hole out, seat my wooden dowel, cut off the excess flush with the surface & I was back in business. The wood swelled up nicely & I never had one come out. Initially I tried regular tire plugs but they always leaked. I ran commercial tire sealant in my skid steer tires & never had flats.

I'm thinking of a 3 point platform with a water barrel for ballast & maybe welding some metal rods on my box blade to stack weight for when I want the box on & I'm doing heavy digging. I have a lot of trees to take out. I've got some design ideas for something similar to a bolt on tooth bar but stronger & more aggressive. We will see how it goes.

 

[Olympus]

Just depends how you prefer to care for your equipment. Water will cause rust to the rim over time. Rim guard will not.

 

[jacob59]

How many gallons did you add per tire?
Jack