The Kubota KL40Z has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 2,756 lb (1,250 kg) at 24 inches behind the link ends. It also lists hitch category Category 1 / Category 2, hydraulic pump flow 13.7 gpm (51.9 L/min), and operating weight 4,001 lb (1,815 kg).
Best rear lift figure2,756 lb (1,250 kg)
Lift at 24 inches2,756 lb (1,250 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1 / Category 2
Operating weight4,001 lb (1,815 kg)
Kubota KL40Z 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
1,998 lb (906 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
2,756 lb (1,250 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1 / Category 2
Hydraulic pump flow
13.7 gpm (51.9 L/min)
Operating weight
4,001 lb (1,815 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
2,756 lb
Average
2,400 lb
Low
1,200 lb
High
4,500 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
2,756 lb
Average
2,400 lb
Low
1,200 lb
High
4,500 lb
Hydraulic pump flow comparison
This model
13.7 gpm
Average
15 gpm
Low
8 gpm
High
25 gpm
Operating weight comparison
This model
4,001 lb
Average
5,500 lb
Low
3,000 lb
High
9,000 lb
Kubota KL40Z Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
24-inch lift note
The Kubota KL40Z’s 2,756 lb (1,250 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 KL40Z is Category 1 / Category 2. That is one of the first checks before buying a rear blade, tiller, mower or ballast box
Hydraulic flow note
The Kubota KL40Z’s captured hydraulic pump flow is 13.7 gpm (51.9 L/min). Lift capacity is still the main hitch number, but pump flow helps describe hydraulic capability
Operating weight note
The Kubota KL40Z operating weight is listed as 4,001 lb (1,815 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 KL40Z, compare 2,756 lb (1,250 kg) with real implement weight. Common rear-implement checks include rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box
Kubota KL40Z 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the Kubota KL40Z 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The Kubota KL40Z is listed with 2,756 lb (1,250 kg) for lift at 24 inches behind the link ends. That makes it a utility rear-lift tractor, so it is suited to common property and farm implements, heavier blades, mowers, seeders and general rear attachments.
What does the Kubota KL40Z 24-inch lift capacity mean?
It means the Kubota KL40Z is rated to lift 2,756 lb (1,250 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 KL40Z use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 1 / Category 2 hitch category, then check implement weight against the 2,756 lb (1,250 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends.
What rear implements can the Kubota KL40Z lift?
Use the 2,756 lb (1,250 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends as the first filter for implements such as rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box. Also check hitch category Category 1 / Category 2 and operating weight 4,001 lb (1,815 kg) before choosing the implement.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the Kubota KL40Z?
No. The Kubota KL40Z may list 2,756 lb (1,250 kg) of rear lift, but the 4,001 lb (1,815 kg) operating weight and 13.7 gpm (51.9 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.
