The John Deere 9R 590 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 20,000 lb (9,072 kg). It also lists hitch category Category 4N and rear PTO power 335 hp.
Best rear lift figure20,000 lb (9,072 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 4N
Rear PTO horsepower335 hp
John Deere 9R 590 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
20,000 lb (9,072 kg)
Hitch category
Category 4N
Rear PTO horsepower
335 hp
Operating weight
45,980 lb (20,856 kg)
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
Rear PTO horsepower comparison
This model
335 hp
Average
132 hp
Low
11 hp
High
620 hp
John Deere 9R 590 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The practical lift-capacity check on the John Deere 9R 590 is 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) for 3-point hitch lift capacity. It is a rear 3-point spec, not a loader-capacity number
Hitch category note
If you are matching implements to the John Deere 9R 590, start with Category 4N, then check lift capacity and PTO horsepower
PTO and weight context
For the John Deere 9R 590, rear PTO horsepower is 335 hp and operating weight is 45,980 lb (20,856 kg). That is useful context for rotary cutters, tillers, seeders, mowers and ballast setup
Rear implement matching
The John Deere 9R 590 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 9R 590 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the rear lift capacity of the John Deere 9R 590?
Rear lift capacity for the John Deere 9R 590 is shown as 20,000 lb (9,072 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 9R 590, ideally the 24 in / 610 mm rating if it is available.
Can the John Deere 9R 590 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 4N hitch category, then check implement weight against the listed 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) 3-point hitch lift rating.
Can the John Deere 9R 590 handle heavy rear attachments?
The John Deere 9R 590’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.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the John Deere 9R 590?
No. The John Deere 9R 590 may list 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) of rear lift, but it also has 335 hp rear PTO power and 45,980 lb (20,856 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.
