John Deere7.3/10
John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler
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John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler vs John Deere GreenSystem SF5020 Mulcher — Which is Better? 2026
Side-by-side comparison of the John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler (Price on request) and John Deere GreenSystem SF5020 Mulcher (Price on request): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.
| John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler | John Deere GreenSystem SF5020 Mulcher | |
|---|---|---|
| Aglist Score | 7.3 | 5.1 |
| Weight | 1,790 kg | 591 kg |
Aglist Score — broken down
| John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler | John Deere GreenSystem SF5020 Mulcher | |
|---|---|---|
| Power & performance | 3.8 | 4.2 |
| Build & durability | 10 | 4.3 |
| Warranty & service reach | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Our verdict
Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk
On our score the John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler (7.3/10) edges out the John Deere GreenSystem SF5020 Mulcher (5.1/10).
John Deere GreenSystem SB1179 Square Baler: Straw contractors arranging compatible baling, collection and transport together.
John Deere GreenSystem SF5020 Mulcher: Paddy growers retaining chopped residue with a compatible following operation.
Other comparisons
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