The John Deere 3520 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 2,202 lb (999 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 1 and rear PTO power 30.5 hp.
Best rear lift figure2,202 lb (999 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Rear PTO horsepower30.5 hp
John Deere 3520 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
2,202 lb (999 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
3-point hitch type
3-point hitch
Rear PTO horsepower
30.5 hp
Operating weight
3,570 lb (1,619 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
2,202 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
30 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 3520 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
Rear lift on the John Deere 3520 is captured as 2,202 lb (999 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. This is one of the main numbers buyers check before choosing rear attachments
Hitch category note
The Category 1 hitch listing gives the practical implement-connection class for the John Deere 3520
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 3520’s hitch data should be read beside rear PTO horsepower is 30.5 hp and operating weight is 3,570 lb (1,619 kg). That gives a cleaner answer than lift capacity alone
John Deere 3520 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 3520?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 3520 is shown as 2,202 lb (999 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. For real attachment matching, match implements carefully, especially if the attachment is long or carries weight far behind the hitch.
What lift measurement should I compare?
Compare the most conservative rear-lift figure you can find for the John Deere 3520, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
Will Category implements fit the John Deere 3520?
The captured hitch category for the John Deere 3520 is Category 1. That category controls pin and hitch fit, while the 2,202 lb (999 kg) lift spec controls how much rear weight it can raise.
Can the John Deere 3520 handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 3520’s useful lift reference is 2,202 lb (999 kg). It may suit rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box, but match implements carefully, especially if the attachment is long or carries weight far behind the hitch.
Does PTO horsepower matter with the John Deere 3520 rear hitch?
Yes. The John Deere 3520 lists rear PTO power of 30.5 hp and operating weight of 3,570 lb (1,619 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.
