The Kubota GL261 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 1,540 lb (699 kg) at 24 inches behind the link ends. It also lists hitch category Category 1, hydraulic pump flow 6.1 gpm (23.1 L/min), and operating weight 3,020 lb (1,370 kg).
Best rear lift figure1,540 lb (699 kg)
Lift at 24 inches1,540 lb (699 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Operating weight3,020 lb (1,370 kg)
Kubota GL261 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
1,540 lb (699 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
1,540 lb (699 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Hydraulic pump flow
6.1 gpm (23.1 L/min)
Operating weight
3,020 lb (1,370 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
1,540 lb
Average
1,250 lb
Low
700 lb
High
2,200 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
1,540 lb
Average
1,250 lb
Low
700 lb
High
2,200 lb
Hydraulic pump flow comparison
This model
6.1 gpm
Average
8 gpm
Low
4 gpm
High
14 gpm
Operating weight comparison
This model
3,020 lb
Average
2,600 lb
Low
1,500 lb
High
4,500 lb
Kubota GL261 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For the Kubota GL261, 1,540 lb (699 kg) is the headline rear-lift capacity captured. This matters for ballast boxes, tillers, blades, mowers and other mounted implements
24-inch lift note
The 24-inch lift figure is usually the more useful number because rear implements hang behind the lift arms, not directly on them
Hitch category note
The Kubota GL261 hitch category is listed as Category 1. This matters because rear implements need to match the tractor’s hitch pin size and geometry
Hydraulic flow note
Hydraulic pump flow is listed as 6.1 gpm (23.1 L/min). That is useful context for hydraulic response and some rear or auxiliary hydraulic functions
Operating weight note
For the Kubota GL261, operating weight is 3,020 lb (1,370 kg). Use that beside rear lift capacity before hanging a heavy implement out the back
Rear implement matching
Use the Kubota GL261’s hitch capacity as a filter before shopping for box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade
Kubota GL261 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the Kubota GL261 rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the Kubota GL261 is 1,540 lb (699 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 1,540 lb (699 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 GL261?
The listed hitch category for the Kubota GL261 is Category 1. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
Can the Kubota GL261 handle heavy rear attachments?
The Kubota GL261’s useful lift reference is 1,540 lb (699 kg). It may suit box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade, but stay conservative with heavy attachments and allow margin for implement overhang.
Do hydraulic flow and weight matter for the Kubota GL261?
Yes. The Kubota GL261 lists hydraulic pump flow of 6.1 gpm (23.1 L/min) and operating weight of 3,020 lb (1,370 kg). Lift capacity says what it can raise; flow and weight help describe hydraulic response and stability.
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.
