Quick answer:
The Kubota T1560 tractor engine horsepower found is 14 hp. PTO horsepower found is 12.5 hp.
Engine HP14 hp
PTO HP12.5 hp
Power / weight26.5 hp per 1,000 lb
Kubota T1560 Horsepower Specs
| Engine horsepower | 14 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 12.5 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 2,600 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 25.8 cu in (0.42 L) |
| Engine | Kawasaki 422cc |
| Operating weight | 528 lb (239 kg) |
| PTO-to-engine ratio | 89.3% of engine horsepower |
| Power-to-weight | 26.5 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.
Kubota T1560 Horsepower FAQ
| Engine horsepower | The Kubota T1560 tractor engine horsepower found is 14 hp. Use engine horsepower for comparing engine output, not necessarily implement power at the PTO. |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | The PTO horsepower found for the Kubota T1560 is 12.5 hp. PTO horsepower is the more useful figure when sizing PTO-driven implements. |
| Horsepower class | The Kubota T1560 is listed as low-power mower / garden tractor based on the engine horsepower found. |
| Rated engine RPM | The rated engine speed found for the Kubota T1560 is 2,600 rpm. This is the engine speed used for the listed power rating. |
| Engine specs found | Engine specs found for the Kubota T1560 include Kawasaki 422cc and 25.8 cu in (0.42 L) displacement. |
| Operating weight | The operating weight found for the Kubota T1560 is 528 lb (239 kg). Weight matters because the same horsepower feels different in a light mower than in a heavy tractor. |
| PTO-to-engine horsepower ratio | The PTO-to-engine horsepower ratio for the Kubota T1560 is 89.3% of engine horsepower based on the figures found. |
| Power-to-weight | The calculated power-to-weight figure for the Kubota T1560 is 26.5 hp per 1,000 lb based on the engine horsepower and operating weight found. |
| Horsepower planning note | The practical split on the Kubota T1560 is engine power at 14 hp and PTO power at 12.5 hp. |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official kubotausa.com website for official horsepower, PTO horsepower, engine RPM, torque and operating-weight specifications before buying implements or servicing the machine.

