When Bobcat introduced the world's first skid-steer loader, they didn't just invent a new vehicle category; they defined the tool-carrier concept.

Benchmark performance
Today Bobcat is the world leader in compact equipment. It is the brand of choice for owner-operators, fleet operators, contractors and hire companies. Able to tackle a vast range of tasks in every industry, a Bobcat® skid-steer loader remains the benchmark for productivity.

A wise investment
A Bobcat skid-steer loader optimizes return on investment by providing versatility and increased productivity throughout its exceptionally long service life. Thoughtful design and quality engineering keep service and maintenance costs low, while the renowned Bobcat durability keeps the resale value high. As a multi­functional tool carrier, a Bobcat skid-steer loader can tackle more tasks and more applications. Investing in a Bobcat skid-steer loader pays for itself many times over.

Made-to-measure
Bobcat skid steer loaders are built to meet a vast range of customer needs. Whether it is a vertical lift boom for stacking pallets, a turbo-charged engine for use at altitude, higher flow hydraulics for enhanced attachment capabilities or enclosed cabs for greater comfort - Bobcat has the solutions.

More possibilities
From excavation to landscaping, demolition to material handling, Bobcat skid steer loaders have what it takes to get the job done! With over 6o Bobcat attachments to choose from, a Bobcat skid steer loader can tackle virtually any job.

Driven by innovation
The skid-steer concept was born of Bobcat's pioneering spirit and innovative thinking. These characteristics still drive the company's product development, and continually lead to advances in efficiency, ergonomics, comfort, safety and ease-of-use. The net result is higher productivity and a more profitable operation.

Bobcat large-frame loaders deliver more versatility so you can excel in the toughest applications!

A wise investment

With the widest range of skid-steer loaders, Bobcat remains the benchmark against which all others are measured. With more power and larger lift capacities, Bobcat skid-steer and all-wheel steer loaders are ideal for tackling the toughest jobs.

Bobcat delivers power and versatility in a compact package, allowing you to work efficiently in confined spaces. Engineered for the most rugged applications, Bobcat loaders deliver low maintenance costs and high resale values. Designed not just as a loader but as a multi-functional tool-carrier, a Bobcat skid-steer or all-wheel steer loader is a truly wise investment.

Made-to-measure

Bobcat skid-steer and all-wheel steer loaders are built to meet a vast range of customer needs. Whether it is a vertical lift boom for stacking pallets, high flow hydraulics for enhanced attachment capabilities, enclosed cab for greater comfort or all-wheel steer for reduced ground disturbance - Bobcat has the solution.

More possibilities

From digging, loading, pushing and backfilling to hauling, spreading and demolishing, Bobcat loaders have what it takes to get the job done. There are over 60 Bobcat attachments to choose from, so a Bobcat loader is easily adapted to tackle any task.

Driven by innovation

The skid-steer concept was born of Bobcat's pioneering spirit and innovative thinking. These characteristics still drive the company's product development, and continually lead to advances in efficiency, ergonomics, comfort, safety and ease-of-use. The net result is higher productivity and a more profitable operation.

 

Putting the operator first

Operators deserve a safe, comfortable, quiet and efficient operating space. Bobcat cabs are designed around their needs. Space, ease of use, operational effectiveness, Bobcat delivers!

Visibility and comfort
Take a seat in a Bobcat skid-steer loader, and you'll notice the excellent all-round visibility and generous head-, waist-, leg- and elbow-room. Drive it and feel how the seat suspension provides a comfortable ride. The cab can be fitted with an optional heater (standard on A300) or air conditioning unit to create a more comfortable working environment. On Bobcat skid-steer loaders, the operator has a choice of three different control patterns to meet their exact preference. Safety comes standard with the Bobcat Interlock Control System (BICS). This system reduces the potential for accidents caused by inadvertent manoeuvres.

Fail-safe system monitoring
This system monitors vital engine and hydraulic system functions (such as coolant temperature, oil pressure and hydraulic oil temperature). If a parameter is out of the normal operating range, both audible and visible warnings are given. If the situation could lead to a critical failure, the machine immediately shuts down.

Deluxe instrumentation
The optional instrumentation enables the operator to closely monitor the machine as well as adding another level of security. The keyless start feature allows the panel to be locked out to prevent unauthorised starting. The panel has multi-language displays, and offers a greater level of monitoring of vital functions,the deluxe instrumentation panel delivers peace of mind.

Selectable Joystick Controls (SJC)
Selectable joystick controls use the latest technology to make the operator more comfortable. Optional on Bobcat skid-steer loaders, these controls allow the operator to change control patterns with the flip of a switch.

This low-effort control option combines fingertip control with the ability to switch between H-pattern and ISO-pattern controls, thereby providing operators with the choice of their favourite control system. The controls utilize a horsepower management system that automatically adjusts the drive system to maximize pushing and digging power. While the hand engine speed control lever allows for the setting of specific speeds, the accelerator pedal can increase speed on demand for extra operating efficiency.

 

Innovation through design
The heart of a Bobcat loader skid-steer loader is its exclusive transmission. Bobcat loaders use a single belt and different size pulleys to power the hydraulic system. This allows the pump to turn faster than the engine, and provides several benefits. This transmission uses a "bow-tie" chain drive configuration consisting of two continuous loops per side using pre-stressed 120 HSOC drive chains for unmatched strength.

The engine runs quieter and has a longer service life. With spring-loaded idlers to maintain belt tension, maintenance is reduced to a minimum. The final drive uses pre-stressed heavy-duty chains with a 'bow-tie' chain-drive configuration consisting of two continuous loops per side. Unlike other transmissions, this design requires no chain adjustment or axle seal greasing, so apart from loon-hour oil changes, it is virtually maintenance free.

Next step in innovation
The Bobcat skid steer loader's innovative new cooling system features SmartFAN™, a hydraulically-driven variable­speed cooling fan that is more efficient in many respects. It cools better in extreme operating conditions, is quieter, and requires less engine power in most conditions. Driven by a hydraulic motor, the fan turns only when it's needed, and is not dependent on engine speed. Bobcat loaders continue to feature dual-path cooling, which draws cool, clean air from above the loader while pulling hot air from the engine and hydrostatic area.

High Flow
The S160 and S185 are equipped as standard with high flow hydraulics to improve the hydraulic power available and to enhance attachment capabilities. High flow hydraulics are also available as an option for the S175 and S205 loaders. With this feature, your skid-steer will become your favourite tool for all-year round use in combination with attachments like the planer, wheel saw, Brushcat® rotary cutter, snow blower, wood chipper, stump grinder and trencher. The "High Flow" function is activated by an electrical control switch situated on the left panel inside the cab for extra convenience.

Change attachments while sitting comfortably
The Bob-Tach™ mounting system allows attachments to be changed quickly by the operator while working on-site. With the optional Power Bob-Tach™, the operator can change non-hydraulic attachments without even leaving the cab. Activated by a switch in the centre panel, the Power Bob- Tach™ levers can be opened and closed hydraulically, increasing the versatility and productivity of all Bobcat skid-steer loaders.

Two machines in one!

With the Bobcat all-wheel-steer loader A300, you can choose at the flip of a switch between two different steering modes to suit the job: skid-steer mode to manoeuvre in tight spaces and turn within the length of the loader or all­wheel steer mode to reduce ground disturbance and tyre wear thanks to the 4 steerable axles. With the Bobcat A300, you have in one machine the features and benefits of two different types of steering.

How does it work?
All-wheel steer mode

- Controlled by a single low-effort joystick.
- The inside tyres turn at a different angle and speed than the outside tyres.
- Both the right and left sides work together to minimise disturbance and damage to the turf as well as tyre wear.

Skid-steer mode

Also controlled by a single joystick. The wheels on the left side turn independently of the wheels on the right side, allowing the loader to counter-rotate for maximum manoeuvrability.

Steerable axles

Unique in design, the A300 combines in one machine the smooth efficiency of an all-wheel steer loader and the agility of a skid-steer loader.

The illustrations below show the position of the steerable axles in all-wheel steer and skid-steer mode.

(1) All-wheel steer mode Axle shown at maximum turn angle of all-wheel steer mode.
(2) Skid-steer mode Axles remain straight for skid-steer mode operation. Steerable axle ends have permanently lubricated U-joints for minimum maintenance.

Turf Friendly

In all-wheel steer mode, the A300 is gentle on grass and other sensitive surfaces, so there's little or no rework after the main job is finished. All-wheel steering is thus ideal for minimising disturbance to soft surfaces.

Tyre Friendly

Less tyre wear means longer tyre life. In all-wheel steer mode, the A300 is tyre-friendly, even when you're working on asphalt and other hard surfaces.

The Bobcat A300 features vertical lift path, giving superior lift height, reach, dump angle and excellent visibility for easy truck loading. A heated cab, 2 speed ranges, and joystick controls are standard for increased comfort, efficiency and productivity

 

With Bobcat' compact equipment, you can do more work in less time with fewer people. With the industry's most reliable line of loaders and more attachment options than anyone else offers, Bobcat has the solution for you.

With Bobcat equipment, you can take on almost any task.

Site preparation - Has never been easier or more productive than today with Bobcat's extensive range of soil engaging attachments. From standard utility buckets to hydraulic powered graders and soil conditioners. Bobcat offers proven solutions with the most advanced technology right there at your fingertips.

Whether you are site stripping, leveling the ground in preparation for seeding, Bobcat has it all! Bobcat equipment offers the size, power and versatility needed to carry out tasks in limited access areas where larger equipment cannot be used.

Material-handling - No matter what you need to lift and carry, there's a Bobcat loader and attachment to do the job. A wide range of different types of buckets is available to handle everything from digging and earthmoving to light materials such as removing snow in the winter.

Heavy bulky materials like broken slabs of concrete and demolition debris can easily be handled using either a bucket and grapple or fork and grapple attachment. And the pallet fork is available to handle palletised loads.

Demolition work - A range of powerful, efficient hydraulic breakers using state-of-the-art engineering and components make fast work of any demolition project. The unique tool holder design allows the demolition tool to be replaced quickly and easily with Clip Bucket and Clip Ram accessories, the former used to clear debris from the worksite and the latter to compact the spoil when refilling the trench.

Heavy-duty work - The largest Bobcat loaders are designed to tackle the most demanding construction projects. Cold planers up to a metre in width make it possible to remove old asphalt and concrete fast and efficiently. With fingertip controls, the operator is always completely in control of the machine and attachment, whether adjusting the precise depth or inclining the planer for a sloped cut. Cutting a channel cleanly through asphalt and even reinforced concrete up to 45 cm deep is no problem with the heavy-duty wheel saw.

Site maintenance - The sweeper attachment is ideal for general cleanup work where the material has to be collected and emptied into a truck or hauled offsite. On the other hand, a rotary broom can be angled to either side to keep sidewalks and access ways clear from mud and debris.

Landscaping work - No other compact equipment manufacturer offers such a variety of tools to do landscaping work. Stump grinders, flail cutters, rotary cutters and mowers are available to clear stumps and thick overgrowth on a new jobsite or for general groundcare and maintenance work along pedestrian walkways and roadways. Tools to work and prepare the soil include the tiller, soil conditioner and landscape rake, the latter ideal for removing debris and levelling the soil prior to laying turf.

A Bobcat skid-steer loader is backed up with a world class service, parts and financing programs to keep it operational with minimum downtime.

The journey starts here
The pleasure of owning and operating a Bobcat skid-steer loader begins with your local authorised Bobcat dealer. Knowledgeable sales personnel are on hand to guide you to the best machine, options and attachments for a specific application. They can also offer advice on financing possibilities, and the optional Protection Plus program for extended protection (24 months/3000 hours or 36 months/4000 hours) is available.

After-sales support
Bobcat dealer technicians are factory trained to enable them to make repairs and service machines in the most effective way. They have the latest diagnostic equipment to quickly get to the cause of any problem, and possess the skills and knowledge to carry out speedy repairs with approved replacement parts.

Maintenance has never been easier
From the start, a Bobcat skid-steer loader is designed for cost-effective ownership. The use of maintenance-free and low-maintenance components is complemented with easy service access. All routine maintenance points are accessible from one side thanks to the transverse engine, while the large swing-out tailgate provides access to engine check and fill points, filters and battery.

Other design aspects that assist maintenance.
Quick access to hydraulic and hydrostatic components is gained by simply removing two nuts at the front of the cab and tilting it up and back. Furthermore, the lift arms do not need to be raised to service the machine.