The John Deere 2305 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 681 lb (309 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists hitch category Category 1 / Limited Category 1 and rear PTO power 18 hp.
Best rear lift figure681 lb (309 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm681 lb (309 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1 / Limited Category 1
Rear PTO horsepower18 hp
John Deere 2305 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
681 lb (309 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
681 lb (309 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1 / Limited Category 1
3-point hitch type
limited-category 3-point hitch
Rear PTO horsepower
18 hp
Operating weight
1,865 lb (846 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
681 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
681 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
18 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 2305 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
Rear lift on the John Deere 2305 is captured as 681 lb (309 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm. This is one of the main numbers buyers check before choosing rear attachments
24 in / 610 mm lift note
The 24 in / 610 mm rating is the conservative rear-lift number and is usually the better one for real use
Hitch category note
The Category 1 / Limited Category 1 hitch listing gives the practical implement-connection class for the John Deere 2305
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 2305’s hitch data should be read beside rear PTO horsepower is 18 hp and operating weight is 1,865 lb (846 kg). That gives a cleaner answer than lift capacity alone
John Deere 2305 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the John Deere 2305 rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the John Deere 2305 is 681 lb (309 kg). Use that as the first-pass number for rear implements, not as a front-loader rating.
Is the 24 in / 610 mm lift rating the one to trust?
For most rear implements, yes. The John Deere 2305 is listed at 681 lb (309 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm, which better reflects weight hanging behind the hitch points.
Will Category implements fit the John Deere 2305?
The captured hitch category for the John Deere 2305 is Category 1 / Limited Category 1. That category controls pin and hitch fit, while the 681 lb (309 kg) lift spec controls how much rear weight it can raise.
What rear implements can the John Deere 2305 lift?
Use the 681 lb (309 kg) rating at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch as the first filter for implements such as small rear blade, carryall, light ballast box, small landscape rake, and light mower. Also check hitch category Category 1 / Limited Category 1, rear PTO power 18 hp, and operating weight 1,865 lb (846 kg) before choosing the implement.
Does PTO horsepower matter with the John Deere 2305 rear hitch?
Yes. The John Deere 2305 lists rear PTO power of 18 hp and operating weight of 1,865 lb (846 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.
