The Kubota A-17 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 550 lb (249 kg) at 24 inches behind the link ends. It also lists hitch category Category 1, hydraulic pump flow 8.2 gpm (31 L/min), and operating weight 1,455 lb (660 kg).
Best rear lift figure550 lb (249 kg)
Lift at 24 inches550 lb (249 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Operating weight1,455 lb (660 kg)
Kubota A-17 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
550 lb (249 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Hydraulic pump flow
8.2 gpm (31 L/min)
Operating weight
1,455 lb (660 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
550 lb
Average
650 lb
Low
300 lb
High
1,200 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
550 lb
Average
650 lb
Low
300 lb
High
1,200 lb
Hydraulic pump flow comparison
This model
8.2 gpm
Average
8 gpm
Low
4 gpm
High
14 gpm
Operating weight comparison
This model
1,455 lb
Average
1,300 lb
Low
700 lb
High
2,200 lb
Kubota A-17 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The Kubota A-17 rear hitch spec points to 550 lb (249 kg) for lift at 24 inches behind the link ends. Use that number before assuming a heavy rear implement will lift safely
24-inch lift note
Use the 24-inch number first. It is usually closer to how a real implement loads the 3-point hitch
Hitch category note
If you are matching implements to the Kubota A-17, start with Category 1, then check lift capacity and tractor stability
Hydraulic flow note
For hydraulic context, the Kubota A-17 is listed at 8.2 gpm (31 L/min). Do not confuse pump flow with lift capacity; they answer different questions
Operating weight note
Weight matters with rear implements. The Kubota A-17’s captured operating weight is 1,455 lb (660 kg), which affects ballast, traction and stability
Rear implement matching
The practical reason to check rear lift on the Kubota A-17 is implement fit. Think small rear blade, carryall, light ballast box, small landscape rake, and light mower, then compare actual implement weight
Kubota A-17 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the Kubota A-17 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The Kubota A-17 is listed with 550 lb (249 kg) for lift at 24 inches behind the link ends. That makes it a light rear-lift tractor, so it is best suited to lighter rear implements, small blades, carryalls and light ballast boxes.
What does the Kubota A-17 24-inch lift capacity mean?
It means the Kubota A-17 is rated to lift 550 lb (249 kg) with the load measured 24 inches behind the link ends. That is usually closer to real implement use than a hitch-end-only number.
Can the Kubota A-17 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 1 hitch category, then check implement weight against the 550 lb (249 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends.
What rear implements can the Kubota A-17 lift?
Use the 550 lb (249 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends 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 and operating weight 1,455 lb (660 kg) before choosing the implement.
Do hydraulic flow and weight matter for the Kubota A-17?
Yes. The Kubota A-17 lists hydraulic pump flow of 8.2 gpm (31 L/min) and operating weight of 1,455 lb (660 kg). Lift capacity says what it can raise; flow and weight help describe hydraulic response and stability.
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 kubotausa.com website for official information before buying or lifting heavy implements.
