The John Deere 6M 125 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 6,057 lb (2,747 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 2 and rear PTO power 100 hp.
Best rear lift figure6,057 lb (2,747 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 2
Rear PTO horsepower100 hp
John Deere 6M 125 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
6,057 lb (2,747 kg)
Hitch category
Category 2
Rear PTO horsepower
100 hp
Operating weight
13,779 lb (6,250 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
6,057 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
100 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 6M 125 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For implement matching, the John Deere 6M 125 should be judged from the 6,057 lb (2,747 kg) 3-point hitch lift capacity figure. That gives a better real-world read than horsepower alone
Hitch category note
The John Deere 6M 125 uses Category 2 hitch sizing in the captured data. Category mismatch is how people end up with implements that do not fit cleanly
PTO and weight context
The extra context for the John Deere 6M 125 is simple: rear PTO horsepower is 100 hp and operating weight is 13,779 lb (6,250 kg). That helps separate what it can lift from what it can actually run well
Rear implement matching
The John Deere 6M 125 hitch spec is useful because it helps judge whether attachments like hay equipment, larger mower, cultivator, heavy blade, and mounted planter are in the right size range
John Deere 6M 125 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the John Deere 6M 125 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The John Deere 6M 125 is listed with 6,057 lb (2,747 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. That makes it a strong utility or row-crop tractor, so it is built for heavier rear implements, hay gear, cultivation tools and serious farm use.
What lift measurement should I compare?
Compare the most conservative rear-lift figure you can find for the John Deere 6M 125, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
What hitch category is the John Deere 6M 125?
The listed hitch category for the John Deere 6M 125 is Category 2. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
Is the John Deere 6M 125 good for rear implement work?
Based on the captured lift data, the John Deere 6M 125 is a strong utility or row-crop tractor. It is built for heavier rear implements, hay gear, cultivation tools and serious farm use; still check ballast, terrain and exact implement weight.
What other specs matter besides John Deere 6M 125 hitch lift?
Rear PTO horsepower (100 hp) and operating weight (13,779 lb (6,250 kg)) matter because a tractor can sometimes lift more than it should comfortably run or carry in rough conditions.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor hitch lift specs can change by year, market, tire setup, ballast, hitch option and measurement point. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information before buying or lifting heavy implements.
