The John Deere 4240 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 12,434 lb (5,640 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 2 and rear PTO power 90 hp.
Best rear lift figure12,434 lb (5,640 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 2
Rear PTO horsepower90 hp
John Deere 4240 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
12,434 lb (5,640 kg)
Hitch category
Category 2
Rear PTO horsepower
90 hp
Operating weight
12,395 lb (5,622 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
12,434 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
90 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 4240 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
Rear lift on the John Deere 4240 is captured as 12,434 lb (5,640 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 2 hitch listing gives the practical implement-connection class for the John Deere 4240
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 4240’s hitch data should be read beside rear PTO horsepower is 90 hp and operating weight is 12,395 lb (5,622 kg). That gives a cleaner answer than lift capacity alone
John Deere 4240 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 4240?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 4240 is shown as 12,434 lb (5,640 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. For real attachment matching, capacity is strong, but implement length, ballast, axle load and field conditions still matter.
What lift measurement should I compare?
Compare the most conservative rear-lift figure you can find for the John Deere 4240, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
What hitch category is the John Deere 4240?
The listed hitch category for the John Deere 4240 is Category 2. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
Can the John Deere 4240 handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 4240’s useful lift reference is 12,434 lb (5,640 kg). It may suit large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup, but capacity is strong, but implement length, ballast, axle load and field conditions still matter.
What other specs matter besides John Deere 4240 hitch lift?
Rear PTO horsepower (90 hp) and operating weight (12,395 lb (5,622 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.
