The Kubota GL-40 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 1,500 lb (680 kg) at 24 inches behind the link ends. It also lists hitch category Category 1, hydraulic pump flow 8.2 gpm (31 L/min), and operating weight 3,946 lb (1,790 kg).
Best rear lift figure1,500 lb (680 kg)
Lift at 24 inches1,500 lb (680 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Operating weight3,946 lb (1,790 kg)
Kubota GL-40 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
2,200 lb (998 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
1,500 lb (680 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Hydraulic pump flow
8.2 gpm (31 L/min)
Operating weight
3,946 lb (1,790 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
1,500 lb
Average
1,250 lb
Low
700 lb
High
2,200 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
1,500 lb
Average
1,250 lb
Low
700 lb
High
2,200 lb
Hydraulic pump flow comparison
This model
8.2 gpm
Average
8 gpm
Low
4 gpm
High
14 gpm
Operating weight comparison
This model
3,946 lb
Average
5,500 lb
Low
3,000 lb
High
9,000 lb
Kubota GL-40 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For implement matching, the Kubota GL-40 should be judged from the 1,500 lb (680 kg) lift at 24 inches behind the link ends figure. That gives a better real-world read than horsepower alone
24-inch lift note
A 24-inch rating matters because weight gets harder to lift as it moves farther behind the tractor
Hitch category note
For the Kubota GL-40, Category 1 is the important compatibility spec. Lift capacity tells you what it can raise; category tells you what fits
Hydraulic flow note
Hydraulic pump flow is listed as 8.2 gpm (31 L/min). That is useful context for hydraulic response and some rear or auxiliary hydraulic functions
Operating weight note
For the Kubota GL-40, operating weight is 3,946 lb (1,790 kg). Use that beside rear lift capacity before hanging a heavy implement out the back
Rear implement matching
The Kubota GL-40 hitch spec is useful because it helps judge whether attachments like box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade are in the right size range
Kubota GL-40 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the Kubota GL-40 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The Kubota GL-40 is listed with 1,500 lb (680 kg) for lift at 24 inches behind the link ends. That makes it a compact rear-lift tractor, so it is useful for compact implements like box blades, small tillers, rotary cutters, ballast boxes and rear blades.
What does the Kubota GL-40 24-inch lift capacity mean?
It means the Kubota GL-40 is rated to lift 1,500 lb (680 kg) with the load measured 24 inches behind the link ends. That is usually closer to real implement use than a hitch-end-only number.
Can the Kubota GL-40 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 1 hitch category, then check implement weight against the 1,500 lb (680 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends.
What rear implements can the Kubota GL-40 lift?
Use the 1,500 lb (680 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends as the first filter for implements such as box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade. Also check hitch category Category 1 and operating weight 3,946 lb (1,790 kg) before choosing the implement.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the Kubota GL-40?
No. The Kubota GL-40 may list 1,500 lb (680 kg) of rear lift, but the 3,946 lb (1,790 kg) operating weight and 8.2 gpm (31 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.
