954-3068 754-3068 Lawn Mower PTO Belt 5/8 x 110.5 Inch for Cub Cadet 2000 2500 Series, Cub Cadet 208, 2518-44 with 44" and 301, 2518-48 with 48" Mower Deck Garden Tractor V Belt (Aramid)

What It Is

This is a PTO drive belt for lawn tractors, connecting the engine pulley to the mower deck spindles. It’s designed for Cub Cadet 2000/2500 series garden tractors and select 200-series models with 44-inch or 48-inch decks.

Fitment & Compatibility

Measure first: The belt is 5/8 inch wide by 110.5 inches long (outside circumference). Verify your current belt matches these dimensions exactly—a half-inch off can cause slipping or damage.

Confirmed models: Cub Cadet 2000, 2500 series, 208, 2518-44 (44" deck), 301, 2518-48 (48" deck). Also fits some MTD-built tractors with the same deck setup.

OEM vs aftermarket: This is an aftermarket aramid belt, not genuine Cub Cadet. It replaces OEM part numbers 954-3068 and 754-3068. Check your owner’s manual or existing belt for those numbers.

What to double-check: Deck size is critical—44" and 48" decks use different belts. Also confirm your tractor has a manual PTO engagement (electric PTO may use a different belt routing).

Key Things to Know

• Aramid construction is stronger than standard rubber belts but can be slightly stiffer initially. It resists heat and stretching better than OEM-style belts.
• Installation difficulty is moderate—you’ll need to remove the mower deck, release the tensioner pulley, and route the belt around three spindle pulleys plus the tensioner. Allow 30-60 minutes.
• Common gotcha: This belt is directional. Look for arrows on the belt indicating rotation direction—installing it backward can cause premature wear or noise.
• Check pulley condition before buying. Worn or rusty pulleys will eat a new belt quickly. Replace any pulleys with rough edges or wobble.

Should You Buy It

If you own a compatible Cub Cadet garden tractor with a 44" or 48" deck and want a durable, budget-friendly replacement that outperforms standard rubber belts, this is a solid choice. It’s not genuine OEM, but the aramid material offers better longevity for heavy mowing. Skip it if you need a perfect factory fit for a newer model or prefer OEM-only parts.