The John Deere 5060E has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 3,192 lb (1,448 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 1 and rear PTO power 45.6 hp.
Best rear lift figure3,192 lb (1,448 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Rear PTO horsepower45.6 hp
John Deere 5060E 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
3,192 lb (1,448 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Rear PTO horsepower
45.6 hp
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
3,192 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
46 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 5060E Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
Rear lift on the John Deere 5060E is captured as 3,192 lb (1,448 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 5060E
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 5060E’s hitch data should be read beside rear PTO horsepower is 45.6 hp. That gives a cleaner answer than lift capacity alone
John Deere 5060E 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 5060E?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 5060E is shown as 3,192 lb (1,448 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 5060E, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
Does hitch category matter on the John Deere 5060E?
Yes. The John Deere 5060E is listed as Category 1, and that decides what rear implements physically connect cleanly.
Can the John Deere 5060E handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 5060E’s useful lift reference is 3,192 lb (1,448 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 rear PTO horsepower matter for the John Deere 5060E?
Yes. The John Deere 5060E lists rear PTO power of 45.6 hp. That matters for powered implements like mowers, tillers and some hay tools; hitch lift only tells you what it can raise.
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.
