The John Deere 2520 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 1,250 lb (567 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists hitch category Category 1 and rear PTO power 20.5 hp.
Best rear lift figure1,250 lb (567 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm1,250 lb (567 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Rear PTO horsepower20.5 hp
John Deere 2520 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
1,250 lb (567 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
1,250 lb (567 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Rear PTO horsepower
20.5 hp
Operating weight
1,865 lb (846 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
1,250 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
1,250 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
20 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 2520 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
24 in / 610 mm lift note
This is the number to watch if the implement is long, heavy or carries most of its mass behind the hitch points
Hitch category note
Category matters as much as capacity. The John Deere 2520 is listed with Category 1, so implement pins and hitch width need to suit that setup
PTO and weight context
Use the rear lift spec first, then use rear PTO horsepower is 20.5 hp and operating weight is 1,865 lb (846 kg) to judge whether the implement is sensible for real work
Rear implement matching
Rear hitch capacity is most useful when comparing actual implement weights, especially for box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade
John Deere 2520 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the John Deere 2520 rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the John Deere 2520 is 1,250 lb (567 kg). Use that as the first-pass number for rear implements, not as a front-loader rating.
Is the 24 in / 610 mm lift rating the one to trust?
For most rear implements, yes. The John Deere 2520 is listed at 1,250 lb (567 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm, which better reflects weight hanging behind the hitch points.
Does hitch category matter on the John Deere 2520?
Yes. The John Deere 2520 is listed as Category 1, and that decides what rear implements physically connect cleanly.
What rear implements can the John Deere 2520 lift?
Use the 1,250 lb (567 kg) rating at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch as the first filter for implements such as box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade. Also check hitch category Category 1, rear PTO power 20.5 hp, and operating weight 1,865 lb (846 kg) before choosing the implement.
Does PTO horsepower matter with the John Deere 2520 rear hitch?
Yes. The John Deere 2520 lists rear PTO power of 20.5 hp and operating weight of 1,865 lb (846 kg). Lift capacity says what it can raise; PTO power and weight help decide what it can run and control.
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.
