The John Deere 2120 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 4,498 lb (2,040 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 2 and rear PTO power 60 hp.
Best rear lift figure4,498 lb (2,040 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 2
Rear PTO horsepower60 hp
John Deere 2120 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
4,498 lb (2,040 kg)
Hitch category
Category 2
Rear PTO horsepower
60 hp
Operating weight
6,615 lb (3,001 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
4,498 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
60 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 2120 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The John Deere 2120 rear hitch spec points to 4,498 lb (2,040 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. Use that number before assuming a heavy rear implement will lift safely
Hitch category note
The hitch category, Category 2, is not just a label. It controls what size implements the John Deere 2120 is designed to connect to
PTO and weight context
Rear lift tells you what the hitch can raise, while PTO horsepower and tractor weight tell you more about whether the setup makes sense. For this model, rear PTO horsepower is 60 hp and operating weight is 6,615 lb (3,001 kg)
Rear implement matching
The practical reason to check rear lift on the John Deere 2120 is implement fit. Think hay equipment, larger mower, cultivator, heavy blade, and mounted planter, then compare actual implement weight
John Deere 2120 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the John Deere 2120 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The John Deere 2120 is listed with 4,498 lb (2,040 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. That makes it a strong utility or row-crop tractor, so it is built for heavier rear implements, hay gear, cultivation tools and serious farm use.
What lift measurement should I compare?
Compare the most conservative rear-lift figure you can find for the John Deere 2120, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
What hitch category is the John Deere 2120?
The listed hitch category for the John Deere 2120 is Category 2. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
Is the John Deere 2120 good for rear implement work?
Based on the captured lift data, the John Deere 2120 is a strong utility or row-crop tractor. It is built for heavier rear implements, hay gear, cultivation tools and serious farm use; still check ballast, terrain and exact implement weight.
What other specs matter besides John Deere 2120 hitch lift?
Rear PTO horsepower (60 hp) and operating weight (6,615 lb (3,001 kg)) matter because a tractor can sometimes lift more than it should comfortably run or carry in rough conditions.
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.
