Is a John Deere 1025R category 0 or category 1?

The John Deere 1025R is Category 1, specifically limited Category 1, which is standard for sub-compact utility tractors in its class. The 1025R has 23.9 horsepower engine and about 18 horsepower at PTO, and is designed to use Category 1 implements, which is most common size for small acreage and landscaping. However, because it is a sub-compact, its three-point hitch lift capacity is lower than full-size Category 1 tractors, about 681 pounds at 24 inches behind link ends, versus 1500 to 2000 pounds for larger compact tractors, so it is called limited Category 1. This means it uses Category 1 pin sizes, lower pins 7/8 inch, top link 3/4 inch, and 26 inch spacing, so any Cat 1 implement will physically fit, but you must use light-duty Cat 1 implements that are within its lift capacity and width, such as 4 to 5 foot rotary cutters, box blades, and tillers. Heavy-duty Cat 1 implements designed for 40 horsepower tractors may be too heavy and cause front end to lift or overload hydraulics. John Deere iMatch Quick Hitch for 1025R is Category 1 and works with iMatch compatible implements. It is not Category 0, Category 0 is for garden tractors under 20 horsepower with smaller 5/8 inch pins and 20 inch spacing. So 1025R is Cat 1 limited, which is ideal for small property owners needing versatility.