The Kubota M8-201 has a 3-point hitch lift capacity of 11,200 lb (5,080 kg) at 24 inches behind the link ends. It also lists hitch category Category 2 and operating weight 19,510 lb (8,850 kg).
Best rear lift figure11,200 lb (5,080 kg)
Lift at 24 inches11,200 lb (5,080 kg)
Hitch categoryCategory 2
Operating weight19,510 lb (8,850 kg)
Kubota M8-201 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity
Lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends
11,200 lb (5,080 kg)
Hitch category
Category 2
Operating weight
19,510 lb (8,850 kg)
Rear Lift Capacity Comparison Chart
Best rear lift comparison
This model
11,200 lb
Average
9,000 lb
Low
5,000 lb
High
15,000 lb
Lift at 24 inches comparison
This model
11,200 lb
Average
9,000 lb
Low
5,000 lb
High
15,000 lb
Operating weight comparison
This model
19,510 lb
Average
18,000 lb
Low
10,000 lb
High
30,000 lb
Kubota M8-201 Hitch and Rear Lift Notes
Rear lift capacity note
For the Kubota M8-201, 11,200 lb (5,080 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 M8-201 hitch category is listed as Category 2. This matters because rear implements need to match the tractor’s hitch pin size and geometry
Operating weight note
The Kubota M8-201 operating weight is listed as 19,510 lb (8,850 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 M8-201’s hitch capacity as a filter before shopping for large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup
Kubota M8-201 3-Point Hitch FAQ
What is the Kubota M8-201 3-point hitch lift capacity?
The Kubota M8-201 is listed with 11,200 lb (5,080 kg) for lift at 24 inches behind the link ends. That makes it a heavy rear-lift tractor, so it is aimed at large rear implements, heavy mounted equipment and demanding field work.
What does the Kubota M8-201 24-inch lift capacity mean?
It means the Kubota M8-201 is rated to lift 11,200 lb (5,080 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 M8-201 use any rear implement?
No. Start with the Category 2 hitch category, then check implement weight against the 11,200 lb (5,080 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends.
What rear implements can the Kubota M8-201 lift?
Use the 11,200 lb (5,080 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends as the first filter for implements such as large mounted implements, heavy tillage tools, big mower, large planter, and heavy ballast setup. Also check hitch category Category 2 and operating weight 19,510 lb (8,850 kg) before choosing the implement.
Does tractor weight matter for the Kubota M8-201 hitch lift?
Yes. The Kubota M8-201 operating weight is listed as 19,510 lb (8,850 kg). Weight affects stability and traction, while the 11,200 lb (5,080 kg) rating at 24 inches behind the link ends tells you the rear hitch capacity.
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.
