Quick answer:
The John Deere LX279 tractor hydraulic pump flow is 12.5 GPM, and hydraulic system pressure is 790 psi.
Hydraulic pump flow12.5 GPM
Implement flow3.3 GPM
Total hydraulic flow3.3 GPM
Hydraulic pressure790 psi
Hydraulic system typeopen-center
Hydraulic fluid capacity2.5 gal
John Deere LX279 Hydraulic Flow Details
| Hydraulic pump flow | 12.5 GPM |
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| Implement hydraulic flow | 3.3 GPM |
| Total hydraulic flow | 3.3 GPM |
| Hydraulic system pressure | 790 psi |
| Hydraulic system type | open-center |
| Hydraulic fluid capacity | 2.5 gal |
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John Deere LX279 Extra Hydraulic Notes
| Hydraulic flow note | For hydraulic work, the key number on the John Deere LX279 is 3.3 GPM implement flow; that points toward basic lift and light hydraulic functions, not demanding hydraulic motors. |
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| Hydraulic pressure note | The John Deere LX279’s hydraulic pressure is listed at 790 psi, which is lower-pressure; flow still decides attachment speed while pressure affects force. |
| Rear remotes / SCV note |
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| Hydraulic system type note | The John Deere LX279’s hydraulic system type is open-center, which is simple and common on many compact and utility tractors. |
| Hydraulic fluid capacity note | The John Deere LX279’s hydraulic fluid capacity is listed as 2.5 gal; check the operator manual before servicing because capacity can change with transmission, hydraulic options and market. |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Hydraulic flow, pump flow, implement flow, pressure, rear remote / SCV setup and fluid capacity can change by year, market, transmission, pump option, loader package and hydraulic package. Please check the operator manual and official deere.com website for official information.







