I've had the T264 for a year now. I added a light bar for under $100 to the ROP bar. $15. for ez-go cart mirrors mounted on the FEL mount uprights. Took the three left side control arms off, cut out about 2.5" welded back together, reassembled, problem solved minimal cost. Glued the rubber mat down, when wet it will move and you can bust your ass. If the T25 cost more than $500. over the T264 I would just stick with T264. Major problem on both models is limited foot room if you wear 11 or higher boots, you can get used to it but is cramped. T264 has Kukje engine, many think it may be better than Yanmar it's a Cummings design. JM2CW
I have no problem with either tractor to this point. The new seat on the T25 sits up higher. This give a person much more leg room. The T264 has been phased out, but the T25 will fit well in the lineup.
Man, all those upgrades are exactly what I would do. Especially the shorter controls. I'm tall and I catch my pants or shorts on the controls all the time, which is a big time safety issue.
Great walk through, I just got my new tym t25 3 weeks ago and am loving it. Running a 60" rototiller and box blade, does it without breaking a sweat. Great tractor all around, couldn't be happier. Bonus it was 6k less than the equivalent deere. Keep up the great vids bud and am looking forward to seeing the 3rd function install and the back hoe. Thanks
Two things...I wish they would of engineered a drive over belly mower and also a belly mower that could be utilized along with the backhoe attachment. As I understand it...it is either or and never both. That makes the tractor less versatile. If they ever try to fix this, they need to make the three pt hitch and belly mower lift separate so you can leave the belly mower on the tractor in a up locked position and use the 3pt with a implement like a box blade, tiller, or other. The other engineering problem that could of been overcome with very little effort is the fuel fill location. It needed to be extended out to the side to be more accessible. The tractor is second to none in it's class in my opinion and those changes would make it head and shoulders above the competition. One other thing which would increase the price...lose the plastic everything and go back to reliable steel!
I am a mobility-trouble 59 yr old.have watched ur channel over a month now.would this tractor with a backhoe do light to medium shrub removal around my small home? Also need to do light bushhogg8ng and gravel drivewY leveling.
@joegillesp7340 basic operations for home owners yes brush hog if it's within the PTO rating of the T25 which is 18hp if the PTO requirements are more then you will have to look for a bigger tractor. Another factor is the lot size? How many acres do have? And in what time frame are you seeing a reasonable amount to get done? If you want it fast the HP on the tractor will have to be increased in size as well as HP to meet the time requirements. The bigger the brush hog the more Output power from the engine and PTO is required to run it efficiently. I was pulling 5 in. Diameter trees and shrub bushes out. Pretty easy. Leveling a driveway easy snow clearing easy back hoe I don't have that attachment but I don't see an issue with that as well. We have 1.25 acres and we have the finishing mower deck mid mount aka underneath the tractor hope that helps.
I was looking at a Branson where I learned they were made by TYM and now doing some real comparing. This was a good video. I wanted to post a comment because that's supposed to help the channel. I'm now on my way to watching all of the videos you post on this machine. Thanks for your time.
That’s a sweet tractor. Great review and love all of the upgrades especially all of the consideration into the ergonomics. Man, I wish there was a TYM dealer in Vermont!
Nice machine Tony! I like all the updates, especially the 3rd function controls and rops lights already installed. The seat is a big deal, I went from basic to suspension/arm rest when I traded to my new tractor and it makes a big difference in comfort. I also like the dash. Looking forward to seeing y'all work it!
Nice tractor. Not a fan of the new engine, but that's just me. Wish it came with 3 speed transmission instead of two speed. Did not see any mention of a factory cab like the t264. Looking forward to you tests and reviews. Good luck, have a great day.
The T25 has a heated cab option. To this point, I have not found a need for a three speed transmission on this small of a tractor. It really doesn't need road gear in my opinion. Feeling aside, Yanmar it the world leader in small diesel engines, so I am not bothered with TYM's choice to this point. I will use the tractor in the same way as I did the T264. If it falls short, I will let my viewers know.
I enjoy your channel although I don’t own a tractor. I would love to have a small tractor one day but really I just have an acre. I’d like to start gardening again.
Looks like a nice, very capable tractor Tony. Thanks for the walkaround. I look forward to seeing it work. I have a question, and this could apply to many tractor brands and models: Is that brush guard really guarding anything? Seems like it would only stop something at least 18" in diameter. Lol. Other than that, it looks like TYM has put a lot of thought into making ergonomic improvements for operator comfort, convenience and ease of use. Thanks again for another great video, keep 'em coming .
Tractor manufactures are not manufacturing their tractors to be log skidders. None of them put a brush guard on that will hold up. In the past, I have added extra metal. TYM Customs, also makes an upgrade. I may at some time, upgrade my own our buy an aftermarket. I am always in the woods.
I have yet to see physically the T264, but this T25 interest me more. Just found ye TYM dealer here in CT. I'll have to take a drive out to check this T25 IF it's on the lot. Leg room is a must being 6'3". This size tractor will fit my Big Tex T70 trailer perfectly.
Great Review Tony, Thanks. Is the hood and body metal or plastic . Keep um coming, enjoy all of your reviews. I am trying to decide between the T25 and the RK25, Help me out 👍
It has a metal hood. The RK25 is a rebranded TYM. I can say this. A local dealership has a stake in providing good service. It is their name on the company. Rural King is a good company, but their maintenance departments are set up a bit like Walmart automotive services centers.
Hey bud, incase you haven't figured it out, those led lights spin so you can shine them behind the tractor if you need light back there. You don't have to buy more. Also, I don't know about you but I have caught my pants/shorts on those handles when getting off the tractor. Totally my fault. If I get on and off the tractor properly, that never happens. Great vids my friend!
@@TonysTractorAdventure Do you know how the mid mower deck gets powered by the tractor if there's no mid pto on these? I'm still pretty new to the tractor world and I feel like I'm missing something... I thought I'd have to get a 3 pt mower if I wanted to cut grass. Actually, that'd be a good idea for a another vid if you wanted to talk about that.. Unless there's not much to it idk.Thanks for taking the time to reply. I'm a creator too but had to put everything on hold after my work injury.
This was a good walk-through, BUT you are mistaken about the MidMount mower being usable on the T25 with large rear tires. It is true that they extended the wheelbase, but the midmount mower sits back pretty far on the tractor. My dealer tried to put the mid mount mower on the T25 and it wouldn’t work because there was not enough clearance between the large rear tires and the back edge of the mower deck. You have to either go to smaller rear tires on the T25 or skip the mid mount mower altogether and use a rear finish mower.
I have personally seen the T25 with the standard tires mow with a mid-mount mower. You dealer is using the wrong kit, or is doing something wrong. Watch “Out of the Woods” RU-vid channel.
One that really. Sets this tractor apart and nobody mentions is the twin brake pedals. You can turn the tractor on a dime when you apply the right or left brake pedal independently. Once you get use to useing the brakes this way it increases the productivity tractor night and day. I could never go back to a tractor with only one brake pedal. This is the biggest reason that I know I will be buying the T25 as soon as I get the cash
I would love for you to do a video of why you chose the tym over the other brands. And why you chose a hydrostatic transmission over a shuttle shift. And I have watched alot of your old videos and know you had a ls tractor.
I will get to it as soon as I can. Great idea.TYM tractors are not always the right one. If you don't have a dealer close,I recommend buying another brand. You will eventually need dealer support. I have had nothing break from a manufacturing standpoint but I have broken things due to operator mistakes. It's nice being able to walk into my local dealer for parts.
Great video Tony. Does the T25 have auto throttle like the 264? Also really like the look of the longer wheelbase. It looks more stable than the 264. Does it feel any more stable on uneven ground or slopes? Also wondering if moving the front wheels forward helps to keep the back tires on the ground when using the loader? Thanks.
It does have an autothrottle. Theoretically, the longer wheelbase will help, but we loaded the rear tires and always used a rear implement. The loader is just as strong.
Great review, im getting my t25 in the next few weeks and plan to install 3rd function for a grapple and the rear hydraulic unit for the backhoe. Looking forward to watching you do your install Tony.
Great review Tony. That's a Really nice machine. What's the loader lifting capacity compared to the t264? I'm in the market for a 25hp machine and now the t25 has peeked my interest.
@@TonysTractorAdventure I know you said they extended the wheel base and shortened all the controls any other big updates/upgrades on it over your t264?
Tony I looked at a TYM T25 today. I'd really appreciate additional feedback on the T25 as I'm very interested. Actual lift capacities, control ergonomics, engine power.. The seat seems very small especially with the arm rests in use.I'm 6'2" tall and 270lbs with a 42" waist.
I just got the RK25 yesterday which is really the TYM T25. I was hoping you would cover the level that sits in front of the seat down new where your feet go. If I move it to the right all the way my backhoe works. If I move it to the middle or left the backhoe does not work. I couldn’t find any info in the manual. My left Bluetooth speaker doesn’t work. Other than that I really like this tractor so far. I would have chosen TYM but no dealers around my area. The RK dealer is a hour away. I was going to chose Kioti or LS, but no tractors available in my area. I liked the RK24 but too small. When I saw that RK was selling the RK25 I bought it.
The valve below you seat is not just for the backhoe. It is a rear hydraulic remote valve. If you move it to the left, the fluid comes out one side and goes back into the system on the other. If you move it all the way to the right, the flow is opposite. Neutral is in the middle. The backhoe only works correctly with it flowing one way. This can change if you swap the hose around when hooking up the backhoe. The rear remote can be used with many options. A hydraulic top link, mower slides, etc.
Good day to both of you Great review of a great tractor 👍😊Yes Yanmar are great engine 👍😊 Yes it is nice to have surge tank 👍 and hydraulic cooler is great too 👍😊 Can't wait to see the backhoe on action Sir and keep up the great hot team work to both of you 😊👍🍻
Loved the video very informative on the t25 can't wait to see it in action and hear what your thoughts on it are you mentioned about the 3point strength but didn't mention anything on the loader strength guessing there the same? Really neat tractor I like what I see God bless you and have a great and safe day will be looking forward to see it working
Yeah probably more stability front to back definitely will be interesting to me see what you think about how it affects the ballast God bless you and have a awesome and safe day
Great comparison video Sir. After sitting on the 264, and T25 side by side, the ergonomics on the T25 feel far superior to the 264 to me. I am looking forward to owning one this spring. Do you know if they offer the R14 tires for the T25? I forgot to ask when I was at the dealer. Keep up the good work.
@@Hipptractors IMO the T25 is much more comfortable. The seat is by far superior. As far as size, they are almost identical except for the wheel base as you said.
I wish they updated the cup holders looks like they did 1 but still looks to big for a can I had to buy a water bottle that would fit and not move around for the t265 and I now have seat envy lol
Tony, I appreciate your channel more than ever. First time tractor buyer right here. I’m stuck between the T264 and the LS MT225s. I’m located in New Mexico and am trying to stay within bordering states. I can’t find the TYM T25 anywhere. Any possibility you know a good dealer surrounding New Mexico? Thank you
Tony thanks for all the good stuff you showing us bro, i have T25 TYM i wanna buy Pat's Easy Change, question is can i hook up the backhoe back to the tractor without removing the Pat's Easy Change ? thanks
Just an Average Guy Showing his Smart Tractor!!! Like to see the bigger tires on the tractor for more stability!!! Will you fill the back tires on the T25???
Awesome! I just subscribed. I'm on the fence about buying this one so I look forward to the review. Would like to see this tractor function with a grapple and roughly what the limitations of it are. Another youtuber mentioned he was reaching a "relief valve" under high load situations pushing the grapple. I'm also curious how well it mows if you get the opportunity. Mine will primarily be mowing while pulling an offset swisher finish mower. Also! I'm in Crossville TN if you ever come through!
It will have much grapple use. I am very comfortable with the tractor because we had the T264 by TYM. They kept all that made it good and made some nice upgrades.
I just put a deposit on a 2022 T264H with cab and loader. The T25 is about $2000 more. If I don’t care for usb charger or wireless charger, is the additional 2K worth it? Wondering if I made a mistake going with the T264. Thanks!
Nice improvement but what about rear remote and where they put the control for it on mine they installed a second on with both control underneath the seat what a awkward place to install that i hope they make better on t25
the t25 that just bought does not have the same joystick that you have. it looks more like the one on a t264. no built in buttons for the 3rd function. it will not do 2 functions at the same time. needless to say i was disappointed. it does have a good seat. is there anything i can do????? i do enjoy our videos.
@@TonysTractorAdventure I have watched most of your videos. before i bought the tractor.!! I am not very good at writing words. I ordered the tractor and it was delivered to me. I did it this way because I am handicapped. I am over 80 years old also. I think that any good company should back their product. it was to replace my tractor i bought in 1980. ford 1500 which is suppose to be a lot less tractor. but it operates the bucket right. it easily operates 2 actions at the same time.. it think this t25 is a very good tractor even though am having some trouble getting on an off of it. i would guess you and i are about the same size. in no way am i blaming you or any one for my own short comings. I wanted to put a 3rd function on it. I guess that i can not because for some reason they shipped me a tractor with the wrong valve on it. My dealer claims that tractor is part of a new shipment that they got in 3 or 4 weeks ago. Hey hey i just noticed that the lights on the rop is set up different the led is first and the yellow one is higher. i do not know what that means.. oh yes on your tree cutting. raise the final cut about 1 or two inches above your notch so the hinge will work right. in cutting the notch you should be notching from the stump side not from the log side. you will find out that the tree will fall a lot easier it will slide off the stump, leaving you log side with no notch in it will produce more good lumber. You mentioned cook bandsaw blade. bought a cook sawmills years ago. one of the first 16 foot mills that he turned out. it has been a good one and has served me well for many years and is still operational. when i get this t25 problem worked out i will run my mill some. see i can dream to...
Hi again forget to ask if it come with cab like mine is it still the same way to open the hood or are they improving that to (i hope so) thanks for the review
The T25 is the next iteration of the T264./5. It has a longer wheel base, upgraded seat, Yanmar engine, new lights, etc. The T25 is more comfortable. To my knowledge, TYM is keeping the T264 as an economy model here in the states.
Thank you for your video it was very informative… So much so I’m going to put the Kioti on ice for a while and research and go and see the dealer about the TYM…
The belly mower on the T25 is meant to do the same thing as your Zero turn. It is meant to mower grass only. The only difference is, the torque of the diesel engine will burn the belts up faster. I recommend a rear flail mower or a rotary cutter mower for heavy stuff. The belts on all subcompact tractors are crazy high. Ask me how I know!!! LOL!
Trying to decide on this t25 or LS m223s...havent heard anything bad about either..TYM 25 just looks more stout ..decisons ,,decisons,,also trying to convince myself that i do or dont need a expensive backhoe,,looked at the stumpwrecker today that they called poor mans backhoe,,it will dig up stumps and dig about 16 inches deep..
Please don't get a stump wrecker. They are great for skid steers, but they will bend loaders on the smaller tractors. I know there are videos out there, but they ruin thousands of tractors. That is not under warranty. No matter the brand!
@@TonysTractorAdventure I think youre right,,the smaller tractors just dont have the bulk needed to endure the pressure a stumpwrecker would put on compact...i think im going to delete backhoe and just rent mini excavator when i need trenching or something dug
@@TonysTractorAdventure Exactly why im considering not getting one,,neigbor bought a backhoe from northern tool that can be towed behind a lawnmower or tractor for 3500..i doubt that backhoes comingon these smaller tractors are much faster or dig any better
A good dealer is a big deal, especially if the buyer is new to tractors. They are the person you can call if you have a question about the tractor. Talk with them and ask questions. You are buying them and the tractor.
@@TonysTractorAdventure good to hear. I was looking at the t25 and the Kioti ck2610 which seem to be about the same price locally. I can’t make up my mind though.
They are both solid tractors. I had a Kioti CK20s years ago. I had very few problems with it. I have two good TYM dealers close by, and I work with TYM corp from time to time. I have never had a breakdown on either of my TYMs to this point.
@@TonysTractorAdventure I’ll probably end up with the Kioti just cause I have several dealers nearby for warranty work. Nearest TYM dealer is 2.5 hours. Plus that new 4030 loader Kioti has is outrageously strong. 1835 lbs.
It is only hydrostatic. I don't know of any manufacture that makes a Shuttle shift in this size tractor. The Hydrostatic transmissions have become so reliable, HST is taking over 40hp and below. It is kind of like auto industry. A person has to special order a manual transmission and in many cases it is just not an option.
@@TonysTractorAdventure Turning, bouncing, looking around. I'm just under 220 and right at 6 foot also. My neighbor has an smaller International from the 80's that has the hydraulic lever right next to the seat. I've tried to mow his field with it a few times but I'm constantly bumping the hydraulic lever down so I would rather just drive mine over to do it. It looks about the same as his from what I can see. At 4:50 it looks to be about an inch from your leg so I don't see how you could not hit it while bouncing across a field with a bush hog.
@@TonysTractorAdventure No, not that tractor. I'm just thinking it looks like the same issue, but maybe the seat is wider or the arm rests help with that. They didn't have arm rests back in the 80's LOL
The LS MT225S is more in line with the TYM T25 which is also a better value. I think the LS MT225S is a little overpriced. Both seem to be solid tractors, but I have only owned the T25 and the T264. They both have never broken down. TYM makes a really solid tractor.
Bonjour Tony Pouvez vous me dire combien vous avez acheté votre tracteur.? Je viens de recevoir une devis pour le même 30000 euros Je le trouve Cher Quand pensez vous ?
Bonjour Richard, Je n'entre jamais dans les prix sur ma chaîne. Il existe de nombreuses variables de tarification aux États-Unis en raison de la distance, du coût du concessionnaire et des frais généraux de l'entreprise. Je ne pouvais pas deviner quel était le prix correct en France. Je m'excuse de ne pas être plus utile.
The T264 does have two smaller pumps. This has one very large one. I like dual, but in this case, I can't tell the difference. The flow rate is almost the same.
Size! The 2515 is a big frame 25HP tractor with heavy loader lift capacity. 2200lbs. The T25 is a tough, but smaller with only a 1387lbs loader lift capacity. The 2515 is just an all around bigger tractor, which is not always good!
It does not, but I find it unnecessary in a platform of this size. With the T264 and now the T25, I have never needed it. I see the need for big platform tractors.
@@TonysTractorAdventure im a big guy so getting comfort behind the wheel is a big deal ride on mowers have tilt steering at this point i cant see why tym or ls cant do it with there smaller tractors
I love the Kukje engine, and I would have been happy if they had kept it too. I think in the long run, it will not be a significant factor for or against. I will give you feedback after putting it under load.
You did a really good overview of this tractor. So much so that I'm going to go look at one in the next week or so. I've three TYM machines. A T574, a T754 and a T1104. I'm really pleased with their performance so far....no negative issues at all. My personal favourite is the T574. My wife finds it too big so we're going to look at the 25 because of your overview.👋🇨🇦👍👍👍
@@TonysTractorAdventure Seeing that I already have 3 of the brand in use, my dealer has arranged a very enticing price so if the 25 suites the Mrs., looks like I'll have a 4th.....the T574 will still be my favourite 👍👍👍
I'm sure it's something small like a line loose. Tractors engage the ground and have to be maintained. I've had every brand known to man and they all leak at some point.
