Introduction

The New Holland Workmaster 25S is a sub-compact tractor built as a first tractor for acreage owners, homeowners with land, and livestock keepers who need more than a garden tractor can offer. With 24.7 horsepower, 17.2 PTO horsepower, standard four-wheel drive, and a hydrostatic transmission, it handles the yard, landscape, and property work that a lawn tractor cannot: loader work, mowing with a mid-mount deck, running rear implements, and even digging with an available backhoe. For a prairie property owner weighing it against a Kubota BX or a John Deere 1 Series, the Workmaster 25S makes its case on value in the entry sub-compact class.

What defines the 25S is capability in a small, easy-to-run package. A two-range hydrostatic transmission with cruise control and dual pedals makes direction changes simple, a Clear-Thru flat-deck platform with no transmission hump makes getting on and off easy, and both rear and mid PTO let it run a full range of implements including a 60-inch mid-mount mower. It comes in open-air ROPS or cab configurations, with loader, loader-backhoe, and mower packages to match how you work.

On Aglist, the focus is on where the 25S fits against sub-compact tractors from other brands and its own larger Workmaster siblings, and what it offers a Canadian property owner.

Key Specifications

Specification	New Holland Workmaster 25S
Class	Sub-compact tractor
Engine	24.7 hp, 3-cylinder diesel (non-DPF)
PTO horsepower	17.2 hp
Drive	Four-wheel drive standard
Transmission	2-range hydrostatic with cruise control
Top speed	9.1 mph
Three-point hitch lift	992 lb
PTO	Rear 540 rpm and mid 2,000 rpm
Front loader	100LC (1,005 lb lift)
Backhoe	905GBL (79.4 in dig depth)
Mid-mount mower	160GMS (60 in)

Specifications are drawn from New Holland and dealer sources and vary by configuration. Confirm exact specs, packages, and current pricing with your dealer.

What the Workmaster 25S Does Well

The 25S is built to be an easy, capable first tractor, and its strengths follow from that.

The first is that it does what a garden tractor cannot. With a three-point hitch, rear and mid PTO, a loader, and an available backhoe, it moves gravel, mulch, soil, and material, mows with a proper mid-mount deck, runs rear implements, and digs, which covers the real property work an acreage generates. For an owner stepping up from a lawn tractor, that jump in capability is the reason to buy one. The 100LC loader lifts just over 1,000 lb, and the 905GBL backhoe digs nearly 80 inches deep for footings, trenching, and landscaping.

The second is ease of operation. The two-range hydrostatic transmission with dual pedals and cruise control makes it simple to change speed and direction, which matters for loader work and for new or occasional operators, and the Clear-Thru flat-deck platform with no transmission hump makes getting on and off safe and easy. Standard four-wheel drive keeps it working on wet, soft, or irregular prairie ground.

The third is versatility through attachments and configurations. It comes in open-air ROPS or a four-post cab with two doors and good glass, and in packages built around a loader, a loader and backhoe, a loader and mower, or a mower alone, so you can match it to your work. A non-emissions engine keeps maintenance simple, and the Boomer Guard6 warranty backs it. For a property owner who wants a capable, easy first tractor at a value price, the 25S covers the ground.

How It Compares

The 25S competes in the entry sub-compact class, where value is the main lever.

Against a Kubota BX series or a John Deere 1 Series, the Workmaster 25S generally competes on value and capability for the price, with a loader, backhoe, and mid-mount mower available like its rivals, while Kubota and Deere bring their dealer networks, resale strength, and refinement. The BX and 1 Series are the established leaders in this class with huge followings, so the 25S makes its case to buyers who want that sub-compact capability at a more competitive price. For the competing machines, see the Kubota BX series comparison and the John Deere 1 vs 2 Family comparison, and for a full brand comparison, the New Holland vs Kubota vs John Deere compact guide.

Within New Holland’s own lineup, the 25S is the sub-compact entry point, below the compact Workmaster 25, 35C, and 40C, which step up in size, lift, and power. If you want the smallest, easiest tractor for lighter property work, the 25S fits; if you need more lift and capability, the compact Workmasters are the step up.

Best Applications

The Workmaster 25S is a strong fit for:

• Homeowners and acreage owners stepping up from a garden tractor
• Yard, landscape, and property maintenance with a loader and mid-mount mower
• Light material handling, moving gravel, mulch, and soil
• Digging footings and trenches with the available backhoe
• Livestock keepers and Ag-lifestyle owners wanting an easy first tractor

For heavier work or more lift, the compact Workmaster 25, 35C, and 40C step up. The 25S’s place is easy, capable sub-compact work at a value price.

New Holland Workmaster 25S Reviews & Ratings

On Aglist, open the Reviews & Ratings section on this page to see how the Workmaster 25S performs in real Canadian conditions: how it handles loader, mower, and backhoe work for its size, how the hydrostatic transmission and cruise control work out, how it holds up on soft and wet ground, and whether owners find it good value against the Kubota BX and John Deere 1 Series. If you run a Workmaster 25S, your review helps the next prairie property owner choose.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much horsepower does the New Holland Workmaster 25S have? It produces 24.7 gross horsepower and 17.2 PTO horsepower from a three-cylinder diesel engine, placing it in the sub-compact class alongside the Kubota BX and John Deere 1 Series.

How much can the Workmaster 25S lift? Its three-point hitch lifts 992 lb, and the 100LC front loader lifts just over 1,005 lb, enough for the material handling and implement work a property generates.

Does the Workmaster 25S have a backhoe and mower option? Yes. The 905GBL backhoe digs up to 79.4 inches deep, and the 160GMS mid-mount mower cuts 60 inches wide. It comes in packages built around a loader, a loader and backhoe, a loader and mower, or a mower alone.

Does the Workmaster 25S come with four-wheel drive? Yes, four-wheel drive is standard, which helps on wet, soft, or irregular ground, useful in prairie conditions. It also has a two-range hydrostatic transmission with cruise control.

Is the Workmaster 25S good for a first tractor? It is designed as a first-step tractor for homeowners, acreage owners, and Ag-lifestyle buyers who need more than a garden tractor. With a loader, backhoe, and mower available, an easy hydrostatic transmission, and a flat-deck platform, it is straightforward to operate and covers real property work.

How does the Workmaster 25S compare to a Kubota BX or John Deere 1025R? The 25S generally competes on value, offering sub-compact capability with a loader, backhoe, and mower for a competitive price. Kubota’s BX and Deere’s 1 Series lead the class with strong resale and dealer networks. For value in the sub-compact class, the 25S is worth comparing closely.

Related

• Kubota BX series comparison: the competing sub-compact tractors.
• John Deere 1 vs 2 Family compared: competing compact and sub-compact tractors.
• New Holland Workmaster 25: the next step up in the Workmaster range.
• New Holland vs Kubota vs John Deere compact guide: a full brand comparison.

Note: We try our best to keep specs and information accurate, but some details can be missing or different depending on the source. Before you buy, service, or repair equipment, please double-check key specs with the manufacturer, the owner’s manual, or your dealer.

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