The Kubota L4701 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 2,200 lb (998 kg) at 24 inches behind the link ends. It also lists hitch category Category 1, hydraulic pump flow 4.7 gpm (17.8 L/min), and operating weight 3,307 lb (1,500 kg).
Best rear lift figure2,200 lb (998 kg)
Lift at 24 inches2,200 lb (998 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 1
Operating weight3,307 lb (1,500 kg)
Kubota L4701 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
2,200 lb (998 kg)
Hitch category
Category 1
Hydraulic pump flow
4.7 gpm (17.8 L/min)
Operating weight
3,307 lb (1,500 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
2,200 lb
Average
2,400 lb
Low
1,200 lb
High
4,500 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
2,200 lb
Average
2,400 lb
Low
1,200 lb
High
4,500 lb
Hydraulic pump flow comparison
This model
4.7 gpm
Average
5 gpm
Low
2.5 gpm
High
8 gpm
Operating weight comparison
This model
3,307 lb
Average
2,600 lb
Low
1,500 lb
High
4,500 lb
Kubota L4701 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For the Kubota L4701, 2,200 lb (998 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 L4701 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 4.7 gpm (17.8 L/min). That is useful context for hydraulic response and some rear or auxiliary hydraulic functions
Operating weight note
For the Kubota L4701, operating weight is 3,307 lb (1,500 kg). Use that beside rear lift capacity before hanging a heavy implement out the back
Rear implement matching
Use the Kubota L4701’s hitch capacity as a filter before shopping for rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box
Kubota L4701 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the Kubota L4701 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The Kubota L4701 is listed with 2,200 lb (998 kg) for lift at 24 inches behind the link ends. That makes it a utility rear-lift tractor, so it is suited to common property and farm implements, heavier blades, mowers, seeders and general rear attachments.
What does the Kubota L4701 24-inch lift capacity mean?
It means the Kubota L4701 is rated to lift 2,200 lb (998 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 L4701 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 1 hitch category, then check implement weight against the 2,200 lb (998 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends.
What rear implements can the Kubota L4701 lift?
Use the 2,200 lb (998 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends as the first filter for implements such as rotary cutter, medium tiller, grader blade, seeder, and heavy ballast box. Also check hitch category Category 1 and operating weight 3,307 lb (1,500 kg) before choosing the implement.
Do hydraulic flow and weight matter for the Kubota L4701?
Yes. The Kubota L4701 lists hydraulic pump flow of 4.7 gpm (17.8 L/min) and operating weight of 3,307 lb (1,500 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.
