The John Deere 655 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 1,200 lb (544 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 1 and rear PTO power 10.6 hp.
Best rear lift figure1,200 lb (544 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Rear PTO horsepower10.6 hp
John Deere 655 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
1,200 lb (544 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Rear PTO horsepower
10.6 hp
Operating weight
1,565 lb (710 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
1,200 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
11 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 655 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The John Deere 655 is best read as a compact rear-lift tractor from the captured hitch data, with 1,200 lb (544 kg) listed for 3-point hitch lift capacity
Hitch category note
The John Deere 655 hitch category is Category 1. This is the attachment-fit side of the rear hitch spec
PTO and weight context
A heavy implement can be liftable but still wrong for the tractor. The John Deere 655’s context here is that rear PTO horsepower is 10.6 hp and operating weight is 1,565 lb (710 kg)
Rear implement matching
The hitch capacity page angle is valuable because it answers the attachment question: can the John Deere 655 handle gear like box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade?
John Deere 655 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 655?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 655 is shown as 1,200 lb (544 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. For real attachment matching, stay conservative with heavy attachments and allow margin for implement overhang.
What lift measurement should I compare?
Compare the most conservative rear-lift figure you can find for the John Deere 655, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
Does hitch category matter on the John Deere 655?
Yes. The John Deere 655 is listed as Category 1, and that decides what rear implements physically connect cleanly.
Can the John Deere 655 handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 655’s useful lift reference is 1,200 lb (544 kg). It may suit box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade, but stay conservative with heavy attachments and allow margin for implement overhang.
Does PTO horsepower matter with the John Deere 655 rear hitch?
Yes. The John Deere 655 lists rear PTO power of 10.6 hp and operating weight of 1,565 lb (710 kg). Lift capacity says what it can raise; PTO power and weight help decide what it can run and control.
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.
