The John Deere 9RX 640 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 20,000 lb (9,072 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 4N and rear PTO power 335 hp.
Best rear lift figure20,000 lb (9,072 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 4N
Rear PTO horsepower335 hp
John Deere 9RX 640 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
20,000 lb (9,072 kg)
Hitch category
Category 4N
Rear PTO horsepower
335 hp
Operating weight
46,680 lb (21,174 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
20,000 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
335 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 9RX 640 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The John Deere 9RX 640 gives a 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) rear-lift figure for 3-point hitch lift capacity. Treat that as the first-pass implement compatibility number
Hitch category note
The John Deere 9RX 640 hitch category is listed as Category 4N. This matters because rear implements need to match the tractor’s hitch pin size and geometry
PTO and weight context
For rear implement work, lift capacity is only part of the answer. On the John Deere 9RX 640, rear PTO horsepower is 335 hp and operating weight is 46,680 lb (21,174 kg), which also affects implement choice
Rear implement matching
Use the John Deere 9RX 640’s hitch capacity as a filter before shopping for large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup
John Deere 9RX 640 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 9RX 640?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 9RX 640 is shown as 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. For real attachment matching, capacity is strong, but implement length, ballast, axle load and field conditions still matter.
What lift measurement should I compare?
Compare the most conservative rear-lift figure you can find for the John Deere 9RX 640, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
Can the John Deere 9RX 640 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 4N hitch category, then check implement weight against the listed 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) 3-point hitch lift rating.
Can the John Deere 9RX 640 handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 9RX 640’s useful lift reference is 20,000 lb (9,072 kg). It may suit large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup, but capacity is strong, but implement length, ballast, axle load and field conditions still matter.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the John Deere 9RX 640?
No. The John Deere 9RX 640 may list 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) of rear lift, but it also has 335 hp rear PTO power and 46,680 lb (21,174 kg) operating weight, which matter for powered and heavy implements.
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.
