The John Deere 8310RT has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 19,300 lb (8,754 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 4N and rear PTO power 247 hp.
Best rear lift figure19,300 lb (8,754 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 4N
Rear PTO horsepower247 hp
John Deere 8310RT 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
19,300 lb (8,754 kg)
Hitch category
Category 4N
Rear PTO horsepower
247 hp
Operating weight
39,000 lb (17,690 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
19,300 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
247 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 8310RT Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The John Deere 8310RT is best read as a very high-capacity rear hitch tractor from the captured hitch data, with 19,300 lb (8,754 kg) listed for 3-point hitch lift capacity
Hitch category note
The John Deere 8310RT hitch category is Category 4N. This is the attachment-fit side of the rear hitch spec
PTO and weight context
A heavy implement can be liftable but still wrong for the tractor. The John Deere 8310RT’s context here is that rear PTO horsepower is 247 hp and operating weight is 39,000 lb (17,690 kg)
Rear implement matching
The hitch capacity page angle is valuable because it answers the attachment question: can the John Deere 8310RT handle gear like large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup?
John Deere 8310RT 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 8310RT?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 8310RT is shown as 19,300 lb (8,754 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. For real attachment matching, capacity is strong, but implement length, ballast, axle load and field conditions still matter.
What lift measurement should I compare?
Compare the most conservative rear-lift figure you can find for the John Deere 8310RT, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
Can the John Deere 8310RT use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 4N hitch category, then check implement weight against the listed 19,300 lb (8,754 kg) 3-point hitch lift rating.
Can the John Deere 8310RT handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 8310RT’s useful lift reference is 19,300 lb (8,754 kg). It may suit large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup, but capacity is strong, but implement length, ballast, axle load and field conditions still matter.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the John Deere 8310RT?
No. The John Deere 8310RT may list 19,300 lb (8,754 kg) of rear lift, but it also has 247 hp rear PTO power and 39,000 lb (17,690 kg) operating weight, which matter for powered and heavy implements.
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.
