The John Deere 8370R has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 26,450 lb (11,998 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists hitch category Category 3 and rear PTO power 365 hp.
Best rear lift figure26,450 lb (11,998 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm26,450 lb (11,998 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 3
Rear PTO horsepower365 hp
John Deere 8370R 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
26,450 lb (11,998 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
26,450 lb (11,998 kg)
Hitch category
Category 3
Rear PTO horsepower
365 hp
Operating weight
39,683 lb (18,000 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
26,450 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
26,450 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
365 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 8370R Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
Rear lift on the John Deere 8370R is captured as 26,450 lb (11,998 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 3 hitch listing gives the practical implement-connection class for the John Deere 8370R
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 8370R’s hitch data should be read beside rear PTO horsepower is 365 hp and operating weight is 39,683 lb (18,000 kg). That gives a cleaner answer than lift capacity alone
John Deere 8370R 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 8370R?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 8370R is shown as 26,450 lb (11,998 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm. For real attachment matching, capacity is strong, but implement length, ballast, axle load and field conditions still matter.
Is the 24 in / 610 mm lift rating the one to trust?
For most rear implements, yes. The John Deere 8370R is listed at 26,450 lb (11,998 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm, which better reflects weight hanging behind the hitch points.
Does hitch category matter on the John Deere 8370R?
Yes. The John Deere 8370R is listed as Category 3, and that decides what rear implements physically connect cleanly.
Can the John Deere 8370R handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 8370R’s useful lift reference is 26,450 lb (11,998 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.
Does PTO horsepower matter with the John Deere 8370R rear hitch?
Yes. The John Deere 8370R lists rear PTO power of 365 hp and operating weight of 39,683 lb (18,000 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.
