The Kubota L3500 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 1,800 lb (816 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 3,200 lb (1,451 kg).
Best rear lift figure1,800 lb (816 kg)
Lift at 24 inches1,800 lb (816 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Operating weight3,200 lb (1,451 kg)
Kubota L3500 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
1,998 lb (906 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
1,800 lb (816 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Hydraulic pump flow
8.2 gpm (31 L/min)
Operating weight
3,200 lb (1,451 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
1,800 lb
Average
2,400 lb
Low
1,200 lb
High
4,500 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
1,800 lb
Average
2,400 lb
Low
1,200 lb
High
4,500 lb
Hydraulic pump flow comparison
This model
8.2 gpm
Average
8 gpm
Low
4 gpm
High
14 gpm
Operating weight comparison
This model
3,200 lb
Average
2,600 lb
Low
1,500 lb
High
4,500 lb
Kubota L3500 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
24-inch lift note
The Kubota L3500’s 1,800 lb (816 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 L3500 is Category 1. That is one of the first checks before buying a rear blade, tiller, mower or ballast box
Hydraulic flow note
Hydraulic pump flow is listed as 8.2 gpm (31 L/min). That is useful context for hydraulic response and some rear or auxiliary hydraulic functions
Operating weight note
For the Kubota L3500, operating weight is 3,200 lb (1,451 kg). Use that beside rear lift capacity before hanging a heavy implement out the back
Rear implement matching
For the Kubota L3500, compare 1,800 lb (816 kg) with real implement weight. Common rear-implement checks include rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box
Kubota L3500 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the Kubota L3500 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The Kubota L3500 is listed with 1,800 lb (816 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 L3500 24-inch lift capacity mean?
It means the Kubota L3500 is rated to lift 1,800 lb (816 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 L3500 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 1 hitch category, then check implement weight against the 1,800 lb (816 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends.
What rear implements can the Kubota L3500 lift?
Use the 1,800 lb (816 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 and operating weight 3,200 lb (1,451 kg) before choosing the implement.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the Kubota L3500?
No. The Kubota L3500 may list 1,800 lb (816 kg) of rear lift, but the 3,200 lb (1,451 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.
