The John Deere 5525 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 3,374 lb (1,530 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists rear PTO power 75 hp.
Best rear lift figure3,374 lb (1,530 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm3,374 lb (1,530 kg)
Rear PTO horsepower75 hp
John Deere 5525 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
3,374 lb (1,530 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
3,374 lb (1,530 kg)
Rear PTO horsepower
75 hp
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
3,374 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
3,374 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
75 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 5525 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The practical lift-capacity check on the John Deere 5525 is 3,374 lb (1,530 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm. It is a rear 3-point spec, not a loader-capacity number
24 in / 610 mm lift note
When comparing the John Deere 5525 to another tractor, the 24 in / 610 mm spec is normally the cleaner buyer number
PTO and weight context
For the John Deere 5525, rear PTO horsepower is 75 hp. That is useful context for rotary cutters, tillers, seeders, mowers and ballast setup
Rear implement matching
The John Deere 5525 can only be judged properly when the implement’s weight and overhang are known. Examples to check include rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box
John Deere 5525 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the John Deere 5525 rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the John Deere 5525 is 3,374 lb (1,530 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 5525 is listed at 3,374 lb (1,530 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm, which better reflects weight hanging behind the hitch points.
Can I choose implements from lift capacity alone?
No. For the John Deere 5525, lift capacity is only one check. Hitch category, pin size and implement geometry still need confirming.
What rear implements can the John Deere 5525 lift?
Use the 3,374 lb (1,530 kg) rating at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch as the first filter for implements such as rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box. Also check rear PTO power 75 hp before choosing the implement.
Is 75 hp rear PTO power enough for implements?
It depends on the implement. Use 75 hp for powered equipment matching, and use 3,374 lb (1,530 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.
