The John Deere 85F has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 5,511 lb (2,500 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists hitch category Category 1 and rear PTO power 73 hp.
Best rear lift figure5,511 lb (2,500 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm5,511 lb (2,500 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Rear PTO horsepower73 hp
John Deere 85F 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
5,511 lb (2,500 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
5,511 lb (2,500 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Rear PTO horsepower
73 hp
Operating weight
5,512 lb (2,500 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
5,511 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
5,511 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
73 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 85F Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The practical lift-capacity check on the John Deere 85F is 5,511 lb (2,500 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm. It is a rear 3-point spec, not a loader-capacity number
24 in / 610 mm lift note
When comparing the John Deere 85F to another tractor, the 24 in / 610 mm spec is normally the cleaner buyer number
Hitch category note
If you are matching implements to the John Deere 85F, start with Category 1, then check lift capacity and PTO horsepower
PTO and weight context
For the John Deere 85F, rear PTO horsepower is 73 hp and operating weight is 5,512 lb (2,500 kg). That is useful context for rotary cutters, tillers, seeders, mowers and ballast setup
Rear implement matching
The John Deere 85F can only be judged properly when the implement’s weight and overhang are known. Examples to check include hay equipment, larger mower, cultivator, heavy blade, and mounted planter
John Deere 85F 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the John Deere 85F rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the John Deere 85F is 5,511 lb (2,500 kg). Use that as the first-pass number for rear implements, not as a front-loader rating.
Why does the 24 in / 610 mm rear lift spec matter?
The 5,511 lb (2,500 kg) rating matters because mounted implements put weight behind the lift arms. That extra distance makes the tractor work harder than a close-in hitch-end test.
What hitch category is the John Deere 85F?
The listed hitch category for the John Deere 85F is Category 1. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
What rear implements can the John Deere 85F lift?
Use the 5,511 lb (2,500 kg) rating at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch as the first filter for implements such as hay equipment, larger mower, cultivator, heavy blade, and mounted planter. Also check hitch category Category 1, rear PTO power 73 hp, and operating weight 5,512 lb (2,500 kg) before choosing the implement.
What other specs matter besides John Deere 85F hitch lift?
Rear PTO horsepower (73 hp) and operating weight (5,512 lb (2,500 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.
