The John Deere 2640 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 2,400 lb (1,089 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists rear PTO power 69 hp.
Best rear lift figure2,400 lb (1,089 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm2,400 lb (1,089 kg)
Rear PTO horsepower69 hp
John Deere 2640 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
2,400 lb (1,089 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
2,400 lb (1,089 kg)
3-point hitch type
3-point hitch and position control
Rear PTO horsepower
69 hp
Operating weight
5,800 lb (2,631 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
2,400 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
2,400 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
69 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 2640 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
24 in / 610 mm lift note
The John Deere 2640’s 2,400 lb (1,089 kg) lift rating at 24 in / 610 mm is the better real-world number for mounted implements than a bare hitch-end rating
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 2640 should not be matched by hitch lift alone. rear PTO horsepower is 69 hp and operating weight is 5,800 lb (2,631 kg), so PTO demand and tractor stability still need checking
Rear implement matching
For the John Deere 2640, compare 2,400 lb (1,089 kg) with real implement weight. Common rear-implement checks include rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box
John Deere 2640 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the John Deere 2640 rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the John Deere 2640 is 2,400 lb (1,089 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 2,400 lb (1,089 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.
Does the John Deere 2640 hitch type affect implement fit?
Yes. The John Deere 2640 lists 3-point hitch and position control, but category, pin size and lift rating still need checking before buying attachments.
What rear implements can the John Deere 2640 lift?
Use the 2,400 lb (1,089 kg) rating at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch as the first filter for implements such as rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box. Also check rear PTO power 69 hp and operating weight 5,800 lb (2,631 kg) before choosing the implement.
What other specs matter besides John Deere 2640 hitch lift?
Rear PTO horsepower (69 hp) and operating weight (5,800 lb (2,631 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.
