The Case IH CS 68 tractor engine horsepower is 68 hp | 50.7 kW, and PTO horsepower is 64.4 hp | 48.0 kW.
Case IH CS 68 Horsepower Specs
| Engine horsepower | 68 hp | 50.7 kW |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower claimed | 64.4 hp | 48.0 kW |
Case IH CS 68 Useful Horsepower Calculations
| PTO-to-engine power transfer | 94.7% of engine hp reaches the PTO |
|---|---|
| Engine size per PTO horsepower | 3 ci per PTO hp |
| PTO horsepower per liter | 20.8 PTO hp per L |
| Engine size per engine horsepower | 2.8 ci per engine hp |
| Engine horsepower per liter | 21.9 engine hp per L |
| Torque per PTO horsepower | 3 lb-ft per PTO hp |
| Rated speed per PTO horsepower | 34.9 rpm per PTO hp |
Case IH CS 68 Engine Specs
| Engine type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 190.2 ci | 3.1 L | 201.2 ci | 3.3 L |
| Bore and stroke | 4.13×4.72 inches | 105 x 120 mm | 4.25×4.72 inches | 108 x 120 mm |
| Rated RPM | 2250 | 2200 |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft | 264.4 Nm | 199 lb-ft | 269.8 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 | 1400 |
Case IH CS 68 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
| Starter volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Case IH CS 68 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Displacement comparison
Torque comparison
Rated RPM comparison
Engine size per PTO HP
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high ranges for the utility tractor category. Use the operator manual and actual engine/tractor configuration before sizing implements or judging working power.
Case IH CS 68 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Case IH CS 68 have?
The listed engine output is 68 hp, below the 80 hp benchmark average. That is a lower-power result, so the smarter match is lighter implements and jobs that do not demand more than about 68 hp.
How much PTO horsepower does the Case IH CS 68 have?
The listed PTO output is 64.4 hp, close to the 65 hp benchmark average. Use 64.4 PTO hp as the practical implement-sizing number.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Case IH CS 68?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 94.7%, from 68 engine hp to 64.4 PTO hp. That is a strong transfer figure when the two specs are from the same configuration.
How big is the Case IH CS 68 engine?
The engine displacement is 190.2 ci, below the 260 ci benchmark average. Smaller displacement usually means less engine size behind each horsepower number.
Is the Case IH CS 68 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 3 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 190.2 ci and 64.4 PTO hp. That is a smaller-displacement, higher-output style result.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Case IH CS 68 make?
The output density is about 20.8 PTO hp per liter, using 64.4 PTO hp and 3.1 L of displacement. Higher hp/L means more output squeezed from each liter; lower hp/L usually means a more relaxed engine tune.
How much torque does the Case IH CS 68 have?
The listed torque is 195 lb-ft, below the 240 lb-ft benchmark average. With 195 lb-ft listed, gearing matters more when the tractor is loaded hard.
Does the Case IH CS 68 have good torque for its PTO horsepower?
The torque-to-PTO-power figure is about 3 lb-ft per PTO hp, using 195 lb-ft and 64.4 PTO hp. A higher number usually points to a slower, gruntier working feel.
What rpm is the Case IH CS 68 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,250 rpm, close to the 2,200 rpm benchmark average. The 2,250 rpm figure is around normal for this class.
Horsepower and engine specs can vary by year, market, engine option, fuel system, test standard and tractor configuration. Check the operator manual, spec plate, parts book and official caseih.com website before buying parts, sizing implements or making repair decisions.
