John Deere 425 445 or 455 Three Point Installation

Installing the Category 0 three point hitch on the 455.

[@thedieselmechanic9459]

I was having a real pain with mine. watch this twice and I got it to work. Thank You. Good work as always.

[@larryretiredsparky8180]

Thank you Mr Beef for your thorough comments and presentation. KZbin has trained me on Ford diesel repairs and on John Deere tractors. Without content by generous folks like you, the experience and learning would be much more frustrating. The 455 (1147 hours) is a perfect match for my needs. I am installing a Little Buck loader and rear weight box [cobbled together with steel strut (as used in electrical construction)] on it while continuing to use it for mowing with the mighty 60" deck. Thanks again!

[@davevierthaler8521]

Been contemplating putting on a 3 pt. You just made that look easy. Very informative. Thanks!

[@mmrbeef]

Thanks, glad I was able to help.

[@larsonhomeinspection9932]

Love your stuff, Mr.Beef!

[@Formulabruce]

Great Info!

[@aaronb4936]

I have a 445. Would grading a gravel drive with a box blade/3 point setup be ok while running the standard “turf” tires? I have loaded ag tires for winter but would rather not change back and fourth constantly. Also is there any negatives to the reugg brand hitches? They make both cat 0 and 1 I think not sure if it would matter for my intended use. Thanks for the vid I like this channel 👍🏻

[@ericmartin9249]

This is a great video! Now I know what all those extra parts are for...the spring clip for the depth adjustment and the strap and spacer for the lift stop. I know what I'm doing this weekend! BTW, has anyone found a good way to secure the taillight lenses in these 4x5 tractors? Both mine are constantly at the point of falling out. I'm going to get new ones, but the general clip-in design just seems bad to begin with. I'm thinking maybe a bit of clear silicone around the edge to seal them and keep water and debris out of there.

[@johncabeceiras6715]

Beautiful video .I have a 445 where can I order a 3 point hitch for if you don't mine stay healthy .thanks

[@joematareseiii2879]

I grew up on a 445, love them. I just bought a clean Jd 445 end of 2019 with a 3 pt hitch on it (missing top link). When I go up and down with hydraulics my 3 pt hardly moves much. How do you get more stroke out of it? Is it that threaded rod on lift side?

[@mmrbeef]

The threaded rod is a good place to start. The more you thread the rod out the lower the 3 pt will fall.

[@joematareseiii2879]

mmrbeef ik. I’ll try it later today. Thank you

[@thomasgillis7632]

I might be missing something, have you done a video on the range of the 3 point on the 425, 445, 455 how high and low etc. Would you recommend cat 0 or cat1 for a 455? I seem to see more attachments for the cat 1, although I’m not sure wether the 455 could handle the slightly heavier implement...This was a very informative video! Thanks!

[@mmrbeef]

I have not do a video like you mentioned. Probably should add something like that to the list of videos I need to do!! For a 455 I think a Cat 1 hitch is fine. Be careful when shopping for attachments though, so of the farm store type Cat 1 attachments are a bit big for something like the 455. Also, as with most rear implement make sure you have some weights on the front of the machine.

[@thomasgillis7632]

Ok great! Thank you.

[@jodys.6274]

I have a cat.0 three point hitch on my 445. I would like to use a cat.1 quick hitch on it. So the question is should I modify the cat.0 to accept the cat.1 quick hitch or change to cat.1 arms? Whats your thoughts? Thanks.

[@PhatboyHD88]

Buddy that right side tail light is driving my OCD crazy lmao... yea i know im a idiot , but my OCD runs wild on that kinda stuff , ya need a nice new pretty one to match the left side..great video as always thank you..

[@mmrbeef]

Haha, I will get there. My next Deere order is almost to the point I can press the submit to dealer button.

[@nitromt57]

I got a Harvest king premium trans hydraulic oil it says J-20A will this work in my 425

[@jrp164]

Is a hydraulic top link out of the question for the cat 0 hitches and 4x5 series?

[@mmrbeef]

I don’t think so, you just have to source the correct cylinder and then run the valve and hydraulic lines. A cat 0 length cylinder is going to be the hardest part to source. You might have to work with a welding shop to get the proper ends on it.

[@jackolson6479]

Is a 54 4 way blade with a little surface rust, with metal bolt on sides, for $400 a good deal?

[@haydenschneider3]

Where I am 54 inch 4 way blades for 318 and that go for around 700 average for a good one but some of the ones in mint shape sell for 900 or more. $400 isn’t to bad but I’m not sure when it comes these newer ones like this

[@jodys.6274]

So what do the flat plates that bolt onto the frame do? My three point didn't come with them. Are they needed? They look like they just lock the 3 point in one place. Otherwise good info. Thanks.

[@mmrbeef]

Is your 3 point an OEM unit or is it an aftermarket kit?

[@jodys.6274]

@@mmrbeef I bought it used and it is an OEM. I found the (frame reinforcement plates at my dealer) along with the bolts required. I went to hook up the three point quick hitch that I bought and found it will not work. Pins on quick hitch are too big and spread is too wide. I'm thinking the JD is a cat 0 and my quick hitch is 1 or 2. Does anybody make a cat 0 quick hitch? Or can I modify my cat o to a cat 1 or 2? This is all new to me and I'm learning as I go. Open to ideas. Thanks, Jody.

[@lketchemonia]

Having trouble setting the hieght of 3ph,. I seen u installing it. But you didn't get into seeting hiegjt and depth

[@rodmakestuff8288]

I have a X475 and I’m looking for a three point. Do you know which one I should get? I looked on eBay and didn’t see too much. I don’t feel like buying the wrong one. You seem to know quite a bit about this type of stuff. Thanks in advance

[@mmrbeef]

There are some different options for a 3 pt on this machines. Deere has a Cat 0 and Cat 1 option. There are also after market options like Reugg Mfg. that sells Cat 0 and Cat 1 options. Cat 1 opens up a broader market for rear attachments BUT it’s a limited a Cat 1 so the lift height is less - something to consider with taller attachments.

[@rodmakestuff8288]

@@mmrbeef How much of a difference is there in lift height between cat one and cat zero?

[@jmgredgreen4x428]

Hi. I am trying to find a good used cat one three point hitch for my 2004 John Deere X575 do you know where I could find one for under $350.00?

[@mmrbeef]

A cat 1 3 point is going to be tough to come by for $350. Considering new they are running well over $600 now. The last couple used one I know that sold were right at $500 as complete kits. I am sure they are out there, just going to have to search for a little bit to find what you are looking for. Good luck! Ruegg has kits for $475 plus shipping. new.rueggmfg.com/hitchkits.php

[@kevinbethards5344]

Figured I'd reach out and ask if you could possibly turn me in the right direction for a 3-point hitch the whole assembly for a 317? I've got hydraulic's front and back please and thank you sir.

[@mmrbeef]

About the best place to find a 3pt hitch assembly for a closed from tractor is going to be on Craigslist, Facebook, or a forum like WFmachines. You can occasionally find them on eBay but most folks don't want to deal with shipping them.

[@vangstr]

I wish I could see from a better angle. Also could you please show how to hook up hydraulic to this hitch to be able to move. Thanks

[@mmrbeef]

The front hitch or the hydraulic cylinder to the hitch?

[@vangstr]

@@mmrbeef hydraulic cylinder to hitch. I’m a newbie so would like to learn how and what to do correctly. Thanks

[@Mikeyfix]

Will this 3 point hitch fit a x585

[@Hi-qq7zy]

Do all 318 come with a rockshaft on them?

[@mmrbeef]

Yes, all 318's should have either a regular rockshaft or a 3 pt rockshaft installed.

[@Hi-qq7zy]

@@mmrbeef what's the difference between a regular rockshaft and a 3 point rockshaft

[@franceticfrancetic3153]

Is there a way of putting a rear PTO on the 445?

[@mmrbeef]

Yes, there is a 540 PTO available for the 425, 445, and 455. You can buy them used on eBay and Facebook and occasionally find a new one at a dealer or online.

[@beunbad]

Can a a 3 point hitch be installed on a 445 all wheel steer?

[@mmrbeef]

Yes you should be able to do that.

[@dennisjohnson5754]

A spring goes on draft control rod end.

[@mmrbeef]

There was a spring on the draft control rod end. It makes a brief appearance around the 5:48 mark as I am putting the rock shaft in place.

[@johnpyle8027]

I watched one of your videos a while back and you were installing a rear PTO and clutch. I don't remember if you were missing something or what but I haven't see the conclusion. I have a 1984 430 diesel and I have been looking for a complete PTO kit for it to no avail. I have the front mid and rear PTO toggles. I want to hook up a roto tiller and some on forums have said to skip the PTO and run a hydraulic tiller. I don't know if that is a real option, but again even with that I can't find one over 30" that doesn't need rebuilt and someone doesn't want an exorbitant amount for! I am almost to the point I am going to put an after market loader on the front and a 48" box with rippers on it. I don't plan on mowing with it, I have a zero turn with a 60" deck and the tractor is only 50". I just want to maintain the ditches on my property and smooth out some places here and there. You seem to be the most knowledgeable person I have found. Any suggestions?

[@hughs7002]

I do have some leads on a few rear pto kits for your 430 I can email you. It was while I was looking for one too for my ‘92 430 with 48 tiller.

[@johnpyle8027]

That's what I am looking for. I don't know how to get you my email or number privately.

[@hughs7002]

John Pyle Here is my email [e-mail] to contact me. I can then send you info.