New Holland
New Holland Workmaster 25S
The New Holland Workmaster 25S is a sub-compact tractor built by LS and powered by a Yanmar diesel, sold through New Holland's agricultural dealer network. It offers loader and mowing capability with the backing of the CNH brand.
Specifications
Features
Pros
- ✓Powered by a proven Yanmar diesel, so the core engine has an excellent reliability reputation despite the value pricing
- ✓The 100LC loader lifts over 1,000 lbs, beating the loaders on the Kubota BX2380 and Deere 1025R
- ✓It's genuinely heavy for a sub-compact at over 2,300 lbs, giving excellent stability and traction for loader work
- ✓New Holland frequently runs aggressive package deals and 0% financing that undercut the premium brands
- ✓Backed by CNH Industrial's dealer network, so it has real ag-equipment support behind it
- ✓Simple, rugged design with straightforward controls that first-time owners find approachable
- ✓The extra weight and solid axles make it feel more planted on slopes than the lighter BX
- ✓Good value for someone who wants Yanmar reliability without paying a premium badge price
Cons
- ✗PTO horsepower of just 17.2 is low, so it's underwhelming on wider mowers and PTO implements
- ✗It's actually built by LS Tractor and rebadged, which some buyers dislike paying a New Holland premium for
- ✗The compact-tractor side of New Holland dealers can be less focused than their big-ag operations, affecting support
- ✗Resale value trails Kubota and Deere in the sub-compact class
- ✗The 25S was phased out of production, so buyers face a shrinking new inventory and questions about long-term parts
- ✗No drive-over mower deck, making mid-mount mowing setup more of a chore
- ✗Fit and finish is a notch below the Japanese premium brands in places
- ✗Only 24.7 gross HP with the low PTO figure means it's best kept to light-duty work
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