John Deere D125 vs John Deere Z235
Verdict: John Deere D125 vs John Deere Z235
The John Deere D125 and the John Deere Z235 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 20 hp. John Deere D125 is the lighter machine (198 kg vs 247 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere D125 holds more fuel (9.1 L vs 7.9 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere D125 is the newer design (2014 vs 2013). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.