The Kubota KL280 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 / Category 2, hydraulic pump flow 8.2 gpm (31 L/min), and operating weight 3,252 lb (1,475 kg).
Best rear lift figure1,540 lb (699 kg)
Lift at 24 inches1,540 lb (699 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1 / Category 2
Operating weight3,252 lb (1,475 kg)
Kubota KL280 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
1,998 lb (906 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
1,540 lb (699 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1 / Category 2
Hydraulic pump flow
8.2 gpm (31 L/min)
Operating weight
3,252 lb (1,475 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
8.2 gpm
Average
8 gpm
Low
4 gpm
High
14 gpm
Operating weight comparison
This model
3,252 lb
Average
2,600 lb
Low
1,500 lb
High
4,500 lb
Kubota KL280 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For the Kubota KL280, 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 KL280 hitch category is listed as Category 1 / Category 2. This matters because rear implements need to match the tractor’s hitch pin size and geometry
Hydraulic flow note
The Kubota KL280’s captured hydraulic pump flow is 8.2 gpm (31 L/min). Lift capacity is still the main hitch number, but pump flow helps describe hydraulic capability
Operating weight note
The Kubota KL280 operating weight is listed as 3,252 lb (1,475 kg). Tractor weight matters because a machine can sometimes lift more than it should comfortably carry on rough ground
Rear implement matching
Use the Kubota KL280’s hitch capacity as a filter before shopping for box blade, small rotary cutter, tiller, ballast box, and rear blade
Kubota KL280 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the Kubota KL280 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The Kubota KL280 is listed with 1,540 lb (699 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 KL280 24-inch lift capacity mean?
It means the Kubota KL280 is rated to lift 1,540 lb (699 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 KL280 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 1 / Category 2 hitch category, then check implement weight against the 1,540 lb (699 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends.
What rear implements can the Kubota KL280 lift?
Use the 1,540 lb (699 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 / Category 2 and operating weight 3,252 lb (1,475 kg) before choosing the implement.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the Kubota KL280?
No. The Kubota KL280 may list 1,540 lb (699 kg) of rear lift, but the 3,252 lb (1,475 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.
