Quick answer:
The Cub Cadet 511 tractor engine horsepower found is 5 hp. PTO horsepower found is also 5 hp.
Engine HP5 hp
PTO HP5 hp
Power / weight8.5 hp per 1,000 lb
Cub Cadet 511 Horsepower Specs
| Engine horsepower | 5 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 5 hp |
| Engine model | Briggs & Stratton 1-cylinder |
| Operating weight | 585 lb (265 kg) |
| Power-to-weight | 8.5 hp per 1,000 lb |
| Horsepower class | low-power mower / garden tractor |
Horsepower Benchmarks
Engine horsepower benchmark
PTO horsepower benchmark
Operating weight benchmark
Power-to-weight benchmark
Benchmarks are general reference ranges for lawn and garden tractors and mowers.
Cub Cadet 511 Horsepower FAQ
| Engine horsepower | The Cub Cadet 511 tractor engine horsepower found is 5 hp. Use engine horsepower for comparing engine output, not necessarily implement power at the PTO. |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | The PTO horsepower found for the Cub Cadet 511 is 5 hp. Confirm this against the operator manual because PTO output is often lower than engine horsepower. |
| Horsepower class | The Cub Cadet 511 is listed as low-power mower / garden tractor based on the engine horsepower found. |
| Engine specs found | Engine specs found for the Cub Cadet 511 include Briggs & Stratton 1-cylinder. |
| Operating weight | The operating weight found for the Cub Cadet 511 is 585 lb (265 kg). Weight matters because the same horsepower feels different in a light mower than in a heavy tractor. |
| Power-to-weight | The calculated power-to-weight figure for the Cub Cadet 511 is 8.5 hp per 1,000 lb based on the engine horsepower and operating weight found. |
| Horsepower planning note | When comparing the Cub Cadet 511, use 5 hp as the headline engine figure and double-check the PTO rating before sizing 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.

