The John Deere 8310T has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm behind the hitch. It also lists hitch category Category 3 and rear PTO power 205 hp.
Best rear lift figure20,000 lb (9,072 kg)
Lift at 24 in / 610 mm20,000 lb (9,072 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 3
Rear PTO horsepower205 hp
John Deere 8310T 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
20,000 lb (9,072 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 in / 610 mm
20,000 lb (9,072 kg)
Hitch category
Category 3
Rear PTO horsepower
205 hp
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
20,000 lb
Average
8,101 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Lift at 24 in comparison
This model
20,000 lb
Average
7,292 lb
Low
550 lb
High
29,750 lb
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
205 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 8310T Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For the John Deere 8310T, 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) is the headline rear-lift capacity captured. This matters for ballast boxes, tillers, blades, mowers and other mounted implements
24 in / 610 mm lift note
The 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) 24-inch lift value is more practical than a hitch-end number because most attachments put their weight behind the link ends
PTO and weight context
The John Deere 8310T implement-fit picture is stronger when you include rear PTO horsepower is 205 hp, not just the headline lift rating
John Deere 8310T 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 8310T?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 8310T is shown as 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) for lift at 24 in / 610 mm. For real attachment matching, capacity is strong, but implement length, ballast, axle load and field conditions still matter.
Is the 24 in / 610 mm lift rating the one to trust?
For most rear implements, yes. The John Deere 8310T is listed at 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) at 24 in / 610 mm, which better reflects weight hanging behind the hitch points.
Does hitch category matter on the John Deere 8310T?
Yes. The John Deere 8310T is listed as Category 3, and that decides what rear implements physically connect cleanly.
Can the John Deere 8310T handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 8310T’s useful lift reference is 20,000 lb (9,072 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.
Does rear PTO horsepower matter for the John Deere 8310T?
Yes. The John Deere 8310T lists rear PTO power of 205 hp. That matters for powered implements like mowers, tillers and some hay tools; hitch lift only tells you what it can raise.
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.
