The Kubota KL23 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 680 lb (308 kg) at 24 inches behind the link ends. It also lists hitch category Category 1, hydraulic pump flow 6.6 gpm (25 L/min), and operating weight 2,840 lb (1,288 kg).
Kubota KL23 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
| 3-point hitch lift capacity | 1,210 lb (549 kg) |
|---|---|
| Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends | 680 lb (308 kg) |
| Hitch category | Category 1 |
| Hitch control type | position control |
| Hydraulic pump flow | 6.6 gpm (25 L/min) |
| Operating weight | 2,840 lb (1,288 kg) |
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
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Kubota KL23 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
| Rear lift capacity note | For implement matching, the Kubota KL23 should be judged from the 680 lb (308 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 KL23, Category 1 is the important compatibility spec. Lift capacity tells you what it can raise; category tells you what fits |
| Hitch control note | The captured hitch-control data for the Kubota KL23 mentions position control. Treat this as context only and confirm the exact control setup in the operator manual |
| Hydraulic flow note | Hydraulic pump flow is listed as 6.6 gpm (25 L/min). That is useful context for hydraulic response and some rear or auxiliary hydraulic functions |
| Operating weight note | For the Kubota KL23, operating weight is 2,840 lb (1,288 kg). Use that beside rear lift capacity before hanging a heavy implement out the back |
| Rear implement matching | The Kubota KL23 hitch spec is useful because it helps judge whether attachments like small rear blade, carryall, light ballast box, small landscape rake, and light mower are in the right size range |
Kubota KL23 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the Kubota KL23 rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the Kubota KL23 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 KL23?
The listed hitch category for the Kubota KL23 is Category 1. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
Can the Kubota KL23 handle heavy rear attachments?
The Kubota KL23’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 KL23?
No. The Kubota KL23 may list 680 lb (308 kg) of rear lift, but the 2,840 lb (1,288 kg) operating weight and 6.6 gpm (25 L/min) hydraulic flow also matter for real work.
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.

