Quick answer:
The Cub Cadet 680 tractor engine horsepower found is 12 hp. PTO horsepower found is also 12 hp.
Engine HP12 hp
PTO HP12 hp
Cub Cadet 680 Horsepower Specs
| Engine horsepower | 12 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 12 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 3,600 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 21 cu in (0.34 L) |
| Engine | Kohler engine (model 476cc |
| Horsepower class | low-power mower / garden tractor |
Horsepower Benchmarks
Engine horsepower benchmark
PTO horsepower benchmark
Benchmarks are general reference ranges for lawn and garden tractors and mowers.
Cub Cadet 680 Horsepower FAQ
| Engine horsepower | The Cub Cadet 680 tractor engine horsepower found is 12 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 680 is 12 hp. Confirm this against the operator manual because PTO output is often lower than engine horsepower. |
| Horsepower class | The Cub Cadet 680 is listed as low-power mower / garden tractor based on the engine horsepower found. |
| Rated engine RPM | The rated engine speed found for the Cub Cadet 680 is 3,600 rpm. This is the engine speed used for the listed power rating. |
| Engine specs found | Engine specs found for the Cub Cadet 680 include Kohler engine (model 476cc and 21 cu in (0.34 L) displacement. |
| Horsepower planning note | For the Cub Cadet 680, engine horsepower and PTO horsepower are both listed as 12 hp; confirm the PTO rating in the manual before buying PTO-driven 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.


