The John Deere 5090R has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 6,069 lb (2,753 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 2 and rear PTO power 77.5 hp.
Best rear lift figure6,069 lb (2,753 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 2
Rear PTO horsepower77.5 hp
John Deere 5090R 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
6,069 lb (2,753 kg)
Lift capacity at hitch ends
6,069 lb (2,753 kg)
Hitch category
Category 2
Rear PTO horsepower
77.5 hp
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
6,069 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Hitch-end lift comparison
This model
6,069 lb
Average
7,119 lb
Low
700 lb
High
20,000 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
78 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 5090R Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For the John Deere 5090R, 6,069 lb (2,753 kg) is the headline rear-lift capacity captured. This matters for ballast boxes, tillers, blades, mowers and other mounted implements
Hitch-end lift note
Hitch-end capacity is still worth listing because it shows the tractor’s raw rear-link strength at the lift points
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 5090R implement-fit picture is stronger when you include rear PTO horsepower is 77.5 hp, not just the headline lift rating
John Deere 5090R 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the John Deere 5090R rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the John Deere 5090R is 6,069 lb (2,753 kg). Use that as the first-pass number for rear implements, not as a front-loader rating.
Is hitch-end lift capacity the same as real implement lift?
No. The John Deere 5090R lists 6,069 lb (2,753 kg) at the hitch ends, but a real implement usually hangs farther back, so the practical lift margin can be lower.
Does hitch category matter on the John Deere 5090R?
Yes. The John Deere 5090R is listed as Category 2, and that decides what rear implements physically connect cleanly.
What rear implements can the John Deere 5090R lift?
Use the listed 6,069 lb (2,753 kg) 3-point hitch lift rating as the first filter for implements such as hay equipment, larger mower, cultivator, heavy blade, and mounted planter. Also check hitch category Category 2 and rear PTO power 77.5 hp before choosing the implement.
Is 77.5 hp rear PTO power enough for implements?
It depends on the implement. Use 77.5 hp for powered equipment matching, and use 6,069 lb (2,753 kg) for rear lift matching.
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.
