The Cub Cadet 1712 tractor PTO horsepower found is 17 hp.
PTO HP17 hp
Cub Cadet 1712 Horsepower Specs
PTO horsepower
17 hp
Rated engine RPM
3,600 rpm
Engine torque
25.3 lb-ft (34 Nm)
Engine displacement
42.2 cu in (0.69 L)
Engine cylinders
2 cylinders
Operating weight
650 lb (295 kg)
Horsepower Benchmarks
PTO horsepower benchmark
This model
17 hp
Average
18 hp
Low
8 hp
High
35 hp
Operating weight benchmark
This model
650 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 1712 Horsepower FAQ
PTO horsepower
The PTO horsepower found for the Cub Cadet 1712 is 17 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 1712 is 3,600 rpm. This is the engine speed used for the listed power rating.
Engine torque
The engine torque found for the Cub Cadet 1712 is 25.3 lb-ft (34 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 1712 include 42.2 cu in (0.69 L) displacement and 2 cylinders.
Operating weight
The operating weight found for the Cub Cadet 1712 is 650 lb (295 kg). Weight matters because the same horsepower feels different in a light mower than in a heavy tractor.
Horsepower planning note
For the Cub Cadet 1712, horsepower can vary by configuration, so confirm the exact plate/manual data before buying implements.
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.
