The John Deere 7260R has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 11,464 lb (5,200 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists hitch category Category 3 and rear PTO power 215 hp.
Best rear lift figure11,464 lb (5,200 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm11,464 lb (5,200 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 3
Rear PTO horsepower215 hp
John Deere 7260R 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
11,464 lb (5,200 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
11,464 lb (5,200 kg)
Hitch category
Category 3
Rear PTO horsepower
215 hp
Operating weight
27,180 lb (12,329 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
11,464 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
11,464 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
215 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 7260R Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The practical lift-capacity check on the John Deere 7260R is 11,464 lb (5,200 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 7260R to another tractor, the 24 in / 610 mm spec is normally the cleaner buyer number
Hitch category note
If you are matching implements to the John Deere 7260R, start with Category 3, then check lift capacity and PTO horsepower
PTO and weight context
For the John Deere 7260R, rear PTO horsepower is 215 hp and operating weight is 27,180 lb (12,329 kg). That is useful context for rotary cutters, tillers, seeders, mowers and ballast setup
Rear implement matching
The John Deere 7260R can only be judged properly when the implement’s weight and overhang are known. Examples to check include large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup
John Deere 7260R 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How strong is the John Deere 7260R 3-point hitch?
The John Deere 7260R hitch data points to 11,464 lb (5,200 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm. In practical terms, this puts it in heavy rear-lift tractor territory.
Why does the 24 in / 610 mm rear lift spec matter?
The 11,464 lb (5,200 kg) rating matters because mounted implements put weight behind the lift arms. That extra distance makes the tractor work harder than a close-in hitch-end test.
What hitch category is the John Deere 7260R?
The listed hitch category for the John Deere 7260R is Category 3. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
How should I match rear implements to the John Deere 7260R?
Start with 11,464 lb (5,200 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm, then compare the actual implement weight and overhang. Typical checks include large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup.
What other specs matter besides John Deere 7260R hitch lift?
Rear PTO horsepower (215 hp) and operating weight (27,180 lb (12,329 kg)) matter because a tractor can sometimes lift more than it should comfortably run or carry in rough conditions.
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.
