The Kubota GT-23 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 680 lb (308 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 2,072 lb (940 kg).
Best rear lift figure680 lb (308 kg)
Lift at 24 inches680 lb (308 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Operating weight2,072 lb (940 kg)
Kubota GT-23 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
1,200 lb (544 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
680 lb (308 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Hydraulic pump flow
8.2 gpm (31 L/min)
Operating weight
2,072 lb (940 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
680 lb
Average
650 lb
Low
300 lb
High
1,200 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
680 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
2,072 lb
Average
2,600 lb
Low
1,500 lb
High
4,500 lb
Kubota GT-23 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
24-inch lift note
The Kubota GT-23’s 680 lb (308 kg) lift rating at 24 inches behind the link ends is the better real-world number for mounted implements than a bare hitch-end rating
Hitch category note
Hitch category on the Kubota GT-23 is Category 1. That is one of the first checks before buying a rear blade, tiller, mower or ballast box
Hydraulic flow note
The Kubota GT-23’s captured hydraulic pump flow is 8.2 gpm (31 L/min). Lift capacity is still the main hitch number, but pump flow helps describe hydraulic capability
Operating weight note
The Kubota GT-23 operating weight is listed as 2,072 lb (940 kg). Tractor weight matters because a machine can sometimes lift more than it should comfortably carry on rough ground
Rear implement matching
For the Kubota GT-23, compare 680 lb (308 kg) with real implement weight. Common rear-implement checks include small rear blade, carryall, light ballast box, small landscape rake, and light mower
Kubota GT-23 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the Kubota GT-23 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The Kubota GT-23 is listed with 680 lb (308 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 GT-23 24-inch lift capacity mean?
It means the Kubota GT-23 is rated to lift 680 lb (308 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 GT-23 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 1 hitch category, then check implement weight against the 680 lb (308 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends.
What rear implements can the Kubota GT-23 lift?
Use the 680 lb (308 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 2,072 lb (940 kg) before choosing the implement.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the Kubota GT-23?
No. The Kubota GT-23 may list 680 lb (308 kg) of rear lift, but the 2,072 lb (940 kg) operating weight and 8.2 gpm (31 L/min) hydraulic flow also matter for real work.
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.
