The Kubota L1-215 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 1,100 lb (499 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 2,161 lb (980 kg).
Best rear lift figure1,100 lb (499 kg)
Lift at 24 inches1,100 lb (499 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Operating weight2,161 lb (980 kg)
Kubota L1-215 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
3-point hitch lift capacity
1,998 lb (906 kg)
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
1,100 lb (499 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Hydraulic pump flow
8.2 gpm (31 L/min)
Operating weight
2,161 lb (980 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
1,100 lb
Average
1,250 lb
Low
700 lb
High
2,200 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
1,100 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
2,161 lb
Average
2,600 lb
Low
1,500 lb
High
4,500 lb
Kubota L1-215 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For implement matching, the Kubota L1-215 should be judged from the 1,100 lb (499 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 L1-215, Category 1 is the important compatibility spec. Lift capacity tells you what it can raise; category tells you what fits
Hydraulic flow note
For hydraulic context, the Kubota L1-215 is listed at 8.2 gpm (31 L/min). Do not confuse pump flow with lift capacity; they answer different questions
Operating weight note
Weight matters with rear implements. The Kubota L1-215’s captured operating weight is 2,161 lb (980 kg), which affects ballast, traction and stability
Rear implement matching
The Kubota L1-215 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 L1-215 3-Point Hitch FAQ
How much can the Kubota L1-215 rear 3-point hitch lift?
The main rear-lift number captured for the Kubota L1-215 is 1,100 lb (499 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 1,100 lb (499 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 L1-215?
The listed hitch category for the Kubota L1-215 is Category 1. Match implement pins and hitch width to that category before worrying about lift capacity.
Can the Kubota L1-215 handle heavy rear attachments?
The Kubota L1-215’s useful lift reference is 1,100 lb (499 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.
Is lift capacity enough to size implements for the Kubota L1-215?
No. The Kubota L1-215 may list 1,100 lb (499 kg) of rear lift, but the 2,161 lb (980 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.
