The John Deere 5100MH has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 5,000 lb (2,268 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 2 and rear PTO power 85 hp.
John Deere 5100MH 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
| 3-point hitch lift capacity | 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) |
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| Lift capacity at hitch ends | 4,600 lb (2,087 kg) |
| Hitch category | Category 2 |
| Rear PTO horsepower | 85 hp |
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
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John Deere 5100MH Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
| Rear lift capacity note | The John Deere 5100MH rear hitch spec points to 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. Use that number before assuming a heavy rear implement will lift safely |
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| Hitch-end lift note | The John Deere 5100MH lists 4,600 lb (2,087 kg) at the hitch ends. That is useful, but the 24-inch number is normally better for real implement comparisons when available |
| Hitch category note | The hitch category, Category 2, is not just a label. It controls what size implements the John Deere 5100MH 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 85 hp |
| Rear implement matching | The practical reason to check rear lift on the John Deere 5100MH is implement fit. Think hay equipment, larger mower, cultivator, heavy blade, and mounted planter, then compare actual implement weight |
John Deere 5100MH 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the John Deere 5100MH rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the John Deere 5100MH is 5,000 lb (2,268 kg). Use that as the first-pass number for rear implements, not as a front-loader rating.
Can I use the John Deere 5100MH hitch-end lift rating for attachment shopping?
Use 4,600 lb (2,087 kg) as a close-in lift reference only. For heavy rear implements, check whether an official 24 in / 610 mm rating exists.
Can the John Deere 5100MH use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 2 hitch category, then check implement weight against the listed 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) 3-point hitch lift rating.
What rear implements can the John Deere 5100MH lift?
Use the listed 5,000 lb (2,268 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 85 hp before choosing the implement.
Is 85 hp rear PTO power enough for implements?
It depends on the implement. Use 85 hp for powered equipment matching, and use 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) for rear lift matching.
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.

