The John Deere 900HC has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 2,200 lb (998 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 1 and rear PTO power 25 hp.
Best rear lift figure2,200 lb (998 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Rear PTO horsepower25 hp
John Deere 900HC 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
2,200 lb (998 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Rear PTO horsepower
25 hp
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
2,200 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
25 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 900HC Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
Rear lift on the John Deere 900HC is captured as 2,200 lb (998 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. This is one of the main numbers buyers check before choosing rear attachments
Hitch category note
The Category 1 hitch listing gives the practical implement-connection class for the John Deere 900HC
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 900HC’s hitch data should be read beside rear PTO horsepower is 25 hp. That gives a cleaner answer than lift capacity alone
John Deere 900HC 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 900HC?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 900HC is shown as 2,200 lb (998 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. For real attachment matching, match implements carefully, especially if the attachment is long or carries weight far behind the hitch.
What lift measurement should I compare?
Compare the most conservative rear-lift figure you can find for the John Deere 900HC, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
Can the John Deere 900HC use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 1 hitch category, then check implement weight against the listed 2,200 lb (998 kg) 3-point hitch lift rating.
Can the John Deere 900HC handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 900HC’s useful lift reference is 2,200 lb (998 kg). It may suit rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box, but match implements carefully, especially if the attachment is long or carries weight far behind the hitch.
Does rear PTO horsepower matter for the John Deere 900HC?
Yes. The John Deere 900HC lists rear PTO power of 25 hp. That matters for powered implements like mowers, tillers and some hay tools; hitch lift only tells you what it can raise.
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.
