The Cub Cadet 1282 tractor PTO horsepower found is 12 hp.
PTO HP12 hp
Cub Cadet 1282 Horsepower Specs
PTO horsepower
12 hp
Rated engine RPM
2,200 rpm
Engine torque
22 lb-ft (30 Nm)
Engine displacement
29 cu in (0.48 L)
Engine
Kohler 476cc
Operating weight
657 lb (298 kg)
Horsepower Benchmarks
PTO horsepower benchmark
This model
12 hp
Average
18 hp
Low
8 hp
High
35 hp
Operating weight benchmark
This model
657 lb
Average
1,200 lb
Low
500 lb
High
2,600 lb
Benchmarks are general reference ranges for lawn and garden tractors and mowers.
Cub Cadet 1282 Horsepower FAQ
PTO horsepower
The PTO horsepower found for the Cub Cadet 1282 is 12 hp. PTO horsepower is the more useful figure when sizing PTO-driven implements.
Rated engine RPM
The rated engine speed found for the Cub Cadet 1282 is 2,200 rpm. This is the engine speed used for the listed power rating.
Engine torque
The engine torque found for the Cub Cadet 1282 is 22 lb-ft (30 Nm). Torque helps describe low-speed pulling feel, while horsepower describes power output over engine speed.
Engine specs found
Engine specs found for the Cub Cadet 1282 include Kohler 476cc and 29 cu in (0.48 L) displacement.
Operating weight
The operating weight found for the Cub Cadet 1282 is 657 lb (298 kg). Weight matters because the same horsepower feels different in a light mower than in a heavy tractor.
Horsepower planning note
Use the listed horsepower figures for the Cub Cadet 1282 as a guide, then check the operator manual for your exact configuration.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official cubcadet.com website for official horsepower, PTO horsepower, engine RPM, torque and operating-weight specifications before buying implements or servicing the machine.
