The Kubota BX2230 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 680 lb (308 kg) at 24 inches behind the link ends. It also lists hitch category Limited Category 1 / Category 1, hydraulic pump flow 5.5 gpm (20.8 L/min), and operating weight 1,300 lb (590 kg).
Best rear lift figure680 lb (308 kg)
Lift at 24 inches680 lb (308 kg)
Hitch categoryLimited Category 1 / Category 1
Operating weight1,300 lb (590 kg)
Kubota BX2230 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
680 lb (308 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
680 lb (308 kg)
Hitch category
Limited Category 1 / Category 1
Hydraulic pump flow
5.5 gpm (20.8 L/min)
Operating weight
1,300 lb (590 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
680 lb
Average
650 lb
Low
300 lb
High
1,200 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
680 lb
Average
650 lb
Low
300 lb
High
1,200 lb
Hydraulic pump flow comparison
This model
5.5 gpm
Average
5 gpm
Low
2.5 gpm
High
8 gpm
Operating weight comparison
This model
1,300 lb
Average
1,300 lb
Low
700 lb
High
2,200 lb
Kubota BX2230 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
The key hitch number for the Kubota BX2230 is 680 lb (308 kg) (lift at 24 inches behind the link ends). In plain terms, it is best suited to lighter rear implements, small blades, carryalls and light ballast boxes
24-inch lift note
For the Kubota BX2230, the 680 lb (308 kg) 24-inch lift spec is the one to use when comparing tillers, blades, mowers, seeders and ballast boxes
Hydraulic flow note
The Kubota BX2230’s captured hydraulic pump flow is 5.5 gpm (20.8 L/min). Lift capacity is still the main hitch number, but pump flow helps describe hydraulic capability
Operating weight note
The Kubota BX2230 operating weight is listed as 1,300 lb (590 kg). Tractor weight matters because a machine can sometimes lift more than it should comfortably carry on rough ground
Rear implement matching
Do not buy rear implements by model number alone. Match the Kubota BX2230’s lift capacity against gear like small rear blade, carryall, light ballast box, small landscape rake, and light mower
Kubota BX2230 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the Kubota BX2230 rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the Kubota BX2230 is 680 lb (308 kg). Use that as the first-pass number for rear implements, not as a front-loader rating.
Why does the 24-inch rear lift spec matter?
The 680 lb (308 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 Kubota BX2230?
The listed hitch category for the Kubota BX2230 is Limited Category 1 / Category 1. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
Can the Kubota BX2230 handle heavy rear attachments?
The Kubota BX2230’s useful lift reference is 680 lb (308 kg). It may suit small rear blade, carryall, light ballast box, small landscape rake, and light mower, but keep the implement light and leave margin for overhang, because this is not a heavy rear-lift setup.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the Kubota BX2230?
No. The Kubota BX2230 may list 680 lb (308 kg) of rear lift, but the 1,300 lb (590 kg) operating weight and 5.5 gpm (20.8 L/min) hydraulic flow also matter for real work.
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 kubotausa.com website for official information before buying or lifting heavy implements.
