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Bobcat® Mower Attachment

The Bobcat® mower attachment is recommended for rough-cut applications, including road ditch right-of-way, golf course roughs and large acreage mowing. It's ideal for landscape contractors, nurseries, golf courses, municipalities, hobby farmers, large-lot and rural homeowners.
Bobcat® Industrial Grapple

The Bobcat® industrial grapple allows for easy handling of a variety of hard-to-manage materials in the industrial setting or construction site. This hydraulically controlled grapple is easy to operate and handles bulky, uneven loads securely.
Bobcat® Brushcat Rotary Cutter

Handle tough brush-clearing jobs easily with the industry-leading Brushcat rotary cutter attachment designed and built for applications in construction, agriculture, municipalities, and parks-and-recreation departments. A lightweight, short deck and superior oscillation enable the Brushcat rotary cutter to follow ground contours to maintain a clean cut, even on slopes.

Using the powerful cutting action of the dual offset blades, the Brushcat rotary cutter mulches small branches and saplings - up to 3 in. in diameter - and cuts through the thickest grass and brush. And all while maintaining the proper power-to-blade ratio.

High-flow models provide even more power for the most challenging brush-clearing projects.
Bobcat® Snow and Light Material Bucket

Cut through piles of snow and mulch with the Bobcat® snow bucket. This large capacity bucket is ideal for loading and handling light materials. Designed with high backs to help push snow and straight sides to penetrate piles, this attachment is the perfect match for your power unit.
Bobcat® Sweeper Attachment

Now you can sweep, collect and dump dirt and other debris with just one attachment. Ideal for construction, industrial or municipal jobs, the Bobcat® sweeper is easy to attach and simple to operate going either forward or reverse. The hydraulically driven attachment's reversible cutting edge helps cut through caked-on mud. The sweeper's polypropylene bristles deposit dirt and other debris in the bucket, which can be dumped when full. You can also use the sweeper to spread material evenly across a site. The Bobcat sweeper is perfect to clean parking lots, sidewalks, docks, warehouses, and more. There are five sizes — 44 to 84 inches — to fit a variety of Bobcat loader models.
Bobcat® Concrete Mixer Attachment

Turn your Bobcat loader into an efficient concrete mixer with this rugged, cost-effective attachment.

The Bobcat® concrete mixer attachment lets you mix, transport and dump concrete much more quickly than a traditional stand-alone mixer and wheelbarrow. It's ideal for working in hard-to-reach or limited-access areas. The attachment's compact size makes it perfect for sidewalks, driveways, finish work, fence posts and footings and floors of small buildings.
Bobcat® Flail Mower Attachment

Attack your most difficult brush and sapling clearing projects with the Bobcat® flail mower. Using the long reach of your excavator, you'll easily shred vegetation on virtually any terrain, including hillsides, roadways, ditches, trails, riverbanks, utility right-of-ways and other hard-to-reach places.
Bobcat® Sonic Tracer and Cross-Slope System

The Bobcat® sonic tracer and cross-slope system is available for use with Bobcat's larger grader attachments. With the sonic tracer, there is no need for a crew to continually check grade on the jobsites. Adding a sonic tracer to your grader will provide accurate grading more efficiently.
Bobcat® Plate Compactor

Increase jobsite safety and eliminate the need for a worker in the trench with the Bobcat® plate compactor attachment. Mounted at the end of an excavator arm, this attachment provides powerful compaction force. Whether down in the trenches or in slab areas, this compact design allows operators to compact even the most hard-to-reach areas. Shock mounts distribute vibration evenly and keep the attachment level, producing increased stability and efficiency. And, because this attachment uses the X-Change™ mounting system, the plate compactor is easy to both attach and remove.
Bobcat® Root Grapple

Quickly clear rocks, roots, brush and overgrowth with the Bobcat® root grapple. With a curved skeletal tooth, this heavy-duty attachment allows dirt to fall between its teeth to minimize topsoil removal for lighter loads. A fully enclosed mounting frame extends grapple wear by minimizing flexing, while its inertia-welded cylinder improves hydraulic cushioning at the end of the stroke to deliver an unbelievably smooth operation. The maximum ripping power of the root grapple makes it the ideal attachment for land clearing, landscaping, demolition and more.
Bobcat® Box Blade Attachment

Control grading operation with the accuracy and durability of the Bobcat® box blade attachment.

Designed for maximum performance, the box blade attachment features foam-filled tires which provide excellent floatation to keep the box blade moving smoothly over the work area. For decreased downtime on the job, the cutting edge of the moldboard is reversible and once worn, can be flipped over to provide a fresh cutting blade.
Bobcat® Landscape Rake

The Bobcat® landscape rake is the perfect finishing tool. It rakes and collects surface debris while smoothing and leveling the soil. It picks up 3/4-inch and larger rocks as well as most 1/2-inch rocks. Operators can use the attachment's adjustable side skis to control depth.
Bobcat® Snowblower

Throw and blow snow to clear a clean path - even through deep drifts - with the snowblower attachment. Use the rotating chute and deflector to bank snow high or throw it far. Chute rotation is achieved by a chain and sprocket system that eliminates loose, tangled, and frozen cables. By adjusting the deflector up or down, the chute points snow in almost any direction and throws snow wherever the operator wants it to be placed.
Bobcat® Laser Grader Attachment

Operators will increase their efficiency and reduce fatigue since they can focus on operating the machine's travel, rather than the blade position. Fewer people are also needed because, with near-perfect accuracy, there is no need for a crew to continually check grade on the jobsite. It's as simple as clicking a button on the loader controls to activate the automatic system.

With accuracies better than +/- ¼", automatic grade control systems can also save on expensive finishes such as concrete.
Bobcat® Combination Bucket

Dozing, grappling, leveling, digging, loading and dumping—the versatile Bobcat® combination bucket does it all. This four-in-one attachment is compatible with compact track loaders, mini track loaders, skid steer loaders, utility work machines and VersaHandler® telescopic tool carriers. The combination bucket offers good visibility to the front cutting edge.
Bobcat® Vibratory Roller Attachment

The high-performance, hard-packing Bobcat® vibratory roller lets you compact flatwork, trenches and asphalt patching jobs while moving forward or in reverse. With its offset drum design, you can even compact next to sidewalks, walls or curbs. An oscillating drum keeps the roller in contact with the surface on uneven terrain. The roller is quick and easy to attach with the exclusive Bob-Tach mounting system. For added versatility on the job, a bolt-on smooth outer shell is available for the 48" drum to convert it from a padded drum to a smooth drum.
Bobcat® Brush Saw Attachment

The Bobcat® brush saw attachment is the quick, convenient way to remove unwanted brush and small trees up to 15 feet tall. The counter clockwise blade of the brush saw moves at a speed of 2985 ft/min cutting the brush, trees and saplings just below the ground to prevent stumps. It's ideal for cutting firebreaks, clearing pastures and grasslands, and cleaning road and utility line right-of-ways.
Bobcat® Angle Broom Attachment

Sweep a clean path easily and efficiently with the hydraulically-driven Bobcat angle broom attachment. Quick removal jobs can be completed without damaging pavement surfaces.

The broom bristles have a waved design, delivering more surface clearing ability. This clears a cleaner path and can sweep more snow or debris in one pass. The angle broom attachment is compact, maneuverable and easy to operate, replacing manual labor and hand brooms. Clean small and large areas with less effort and in less time.
Bobcat® Tiller Attachment

Tear through clumps and hardened materials with the replaceable, double-edge tines of the Bobcat® tiller attachment. Till and mix the soil with compost materials to prepare the ground. Built for easy and efficient soil preparation, the tiller attachment quickly turns a backyard plot into a soil bed for gardening. Bi-directional operation allows for top-cutting and under-cutting in either direction. Offset mounting even allows for tilling next to sidewalks and buildings, maximizing the versatility of tiller operation.
Bobcat® Silt Fence Attachment

The Bobcat® silt fence attachment installs thousands of feet of silt fence fabric per hour and avoid costly governmental fines and project shutdowns. It's the fastest, easiest and most economical way to install silt fence for residential, commercial, industrial or highway projects. The silt fence installer attachment is now available and approved for use on S220-S300, T180-T300 and A300 loaders and tractors up to 100 hp with Class I or Class II three-point hitch. The silt fence installer works with 36-inch, 42-inch or 48-inch silt fence. Minor modifications are required to adjust the roll holder for a different size.
Bobcat® Seeder Attachment

The Bobcat® seeder attachment gives you accurate seed placement and adjustable metering. Unlike broadcast seeders, the Bobcat seeder places the seed with the proper spacing and at precisely the right depth for better germination. Front roller firms and presses small rocks below the surface by pressing the seed into the top half-inch of the seedbed. Rear roller ensures optimum seed-to-soil contact. The attachment also eliminates broadcasting seed into unwanted areas such as flowerbeds and walkways. With a production rate of more than two acres per hour, the seeder attachment gets the job done quickly and efficiently.
Bobcat® Soil Conditioner Attachment

Choose one of the eight soil conditioners Bobcat has to offer to help smooth ruts, move material or level mounds quicker and with less labor than ever before. The Bobcat® soil conditioner attachment is a versatile, cost-effective tool no landscaping crew should be without. Whether tearing out old sod, grading topsoil, pulverizing dirt clumps or preparing seed/sod beds, you'll appreciate the power and versatility the soil conditioner has to offer.
Bobcat® Planetary Auger Attachment

Dig holes with speed and plumb-line accuracy using a Bobcat auger attachment. Using heavy-duty hydraulics, the auger attachment bites into any soil condition with ease and efficiency. Even in hard and rocky soil, the high torque keeps the auger steady and powerful to maintain performance.

The hydraulic motor is mounted directly to the output shaft. The motor then turns the output shaft, which is connected to an auger bit to drill into the soil.
Bobcat® Landplane Attachment

Turn your skid-steer loader into a powerful land-planing tool with the Bobcat® landplane attachment. A wide 79-inch-by-51.5-inch planing surface makes it easy to break up hard ground, eliminate soil clods, move materials around your work site, sift soil to remove large rocks and more. The versatile landplane works in both forward and reverse, making it one smooth operator.
Bobcat® Tree Spade

Speed up production and cut labor costs by using the Bobcat® tree spade to turn your loader into a tree-digging, transplanting and loading machine. The overlapping blades let operators dig and transplant trees with speed and efficiency. A compact, short tower design allows the tree spade to easily squeeze between closely-planted trees while maintaining excellent visibility. And, by using integrated joystick controls, operating the tree spade is easier and more comfortable than ever. Built for maximum durability, this attachment is ideal for applications such as nurseries, golf courses, DNRs and parks and recreation departments.
Bobcat® Rock Bucket Attachment

Separate unwanted objects, rocks, and debris while leaving finer material behind with the Bobcat rock bucket attachment.

Tines scoop and retain debris while the soil sifts through, helping to easily separate materials on the jobsite. Designed to last in tough working conditions, tines are interconnected to provide strength and durability.

The rock bucket is the ideal attachment for contractors, landscapers, ranchers and farmers.
Bobcat® Forestry Cutter Attachment

Turn trees and underbrush from unsightly overgrowth to mulch with the Bobcat forestry cutter attachment.

Punch into large-diameter trees and bring the uppermost limbs quickly to the ground. The forestry cutter's tube-style drum and spiral tooth pattern allow one tooth to engage at a time, so operation is smooth and less horsepower is required to do the job.

The compact size of the forestry cutter allows for any type of removal job, whether clearing every tree in an area or selectively thinning stands. Simply lower the forestry cutter onto the tree and its fast-cutting teeth rips it to shreds, turning it into a bed of mulch that slows growth and provides organic material.
Bobcat® Auger

Whether digging holes for posts, piers, poles or trees, you'll bite into any soil with the Bobcat® Auger. Using heavy-duty hydraulics, this powerful attachment digs holes with speed and accuracy—even in hard and rocky soil. The entire drive unit follows the bit into the hole, giving you an extra foot of dig depth over the standard unit, while a direct drive motor provides high torque to keep the auger steady. An improved mounting system makes attaching your auger to the carrier both easy and efficient, so you can minimize downtime when switching between loader and excavator use.

Bobcat® 3650 Hydrostatic Utility Vehicle (UTV)

The Bobcat® 3650 utility vehicle delivers versatile attachment capabilities. With an easy-to-operate hydrostatic drive, Multi-Attachment X-Change (M.A.X.) with PTO-driven attachments, and optional cab with heat and air conditioning, the 3650 can help you accomplish a variety of tasks year-round.
Bobcat® 3600 Hydrostatic Utility Vehicle (UTV)

The Bobcat® 3600 utility vehicle brings the highest standards for comfort, ease of use, and durability. With an easy-to-operate and low-maintenance hydrostatic drive, optional cab, industry-leading payload and towing capacities, and optional heat and air conditioning, you'll be ready to work year-round.
Bobcat® Utility Vehicles (UTV): Perfect Weekend Companions

Here's to days at the lake. To grilling out and jumping in. To finding the best fishing spot and building the perfect fire. No matter where you spend your weekend, Bobcat utility vehicles are the perfect companions to your adventure.
Bobcat® Utility Vehicles (UTV): Maintenance and Uptime Protection

Bobcat® utility vehicles (UTVs) are ready when you can't wait. Each machine is built with components that make maintenance easy. All models feature convenient maintenance points for fluids, filters and the battery. Plus, each machine features a liquid-cooled engine with automatic shutdown, guards to protect critical components, and a long-lasting composite cargo box. With these features, you'll spend less time servicing your machine and more time working.
Bobcat® 3600/3650 Utility Vehicles: Versatility

No day's work is just like the last. That's why you need a machine that does it all. Whether you're mowing, blowing snow, or sweeping, the 3650 utility vehicle from Bobcat® is up for the challenge. With front-mounted PTO Multi-Attachment X-Change™ (M.A.X.), modular cab with heat and air conditioning, hydrostatic drive, and industry-leading payload and towing, it will quickly become the go-to machine of your fleet.
Bobcat® Utility Vehicles (UTV):To-Do List Tackler

Your family. Your land. Your home. They're the parts of life you value most. They're also the same reasons you want to get your work done. That's why Bobcat® machines make it easy to check items off your to-do list.
Bobcat® Utility Vehicles (UTV): Ease of Use

Bobcat® utility vehicles (UTVs) are simple to use, keeping you focused on your tasks and your surroundings. Features include switch-on-the-fly four-wheel drive, a travel control pedal on hydrostatic models, an easy-to-read instrument panel, and an independent engine control on some models. With all of these features, you'll find Bobcat® utility vehicles are easy to use -- even for new operators.
Bobcat® Utility Vehicles (UTV): Performance

Bobcat® utility vehicles (UTVs) are designed with your productivity in mind. If you're driven to do more in a day, you'll find that Bobcat® UTVs have the muscle to take on a variety of jobs. With five models to choose from, there's a machine for almost any task.
Bobcat® Compact Equipment: Unforgettable Moments

Bobcat® compact equipment helps create unforgettable moments. With Bobcat® attachments, utility vehicles, ToolcatTM utility work machines, loaders and compact tractors, you'll complete chores faster and enjoy country living.
Bobcat® Utility Vehicles (UTV): Versatility

All year long, Bobcat® utility vehicles (UTVs) are designed to take on more jobs - whether you need convenient transportation, quick-hauling cargo capacity or a hard-working attachment carrier. With features like the I-TachTM accessory system, dumping cargo box, Multi-Attachment X-Change™ (M.A.X), 12-Volt plug-in, and many other options and accessories, you'll be able to tackle jobs all year long.

Special Edition One-Millionth Loader Dealer Delivery

The strong relationships between Bobcat® Company, dependable dealers, and hard-working customers are what made it possible to reach the millionth loader milestone. When Swanston Equipment sold one of the first Special Edition One-Millionth loaders to Valley Landscaping in Fargo, ND, it was unforgettable moment representing the decades of combined effort it took to achieve this goal. Together, we are truly unstoppable.
On the Line: Bobcat of Connecticut Manufacturing Facility

At Bobcat of Connecticut, we put everything on the line, every day. Come behind-the-scenes at our primary production facility in Gwinner, ND to meet the quality people behind our products, and see why we take pride in every inch.

Bobcat® M-Series 500 Platform Loaders

The 500 Platform Loaders from Bobcat deliver improved performance, maximum uptime, easier maintenance and superior operator comfort. With features like a unique cab forward design, more cab space, and increased horsepower and hydraulic performance, you'll be able to accomplish more on your jobsite.
Bobcat® M-Series Loaders: Raw Power

The best is now even better. With more power, improved comfort and the reliability you expect, there's a reason Bobcat® loaders continue to be a top choice for construction workers. Whether your project takes a few hours or many months, the new Bobcat® loaders will help you accomplish more.
Bobcat® M-Series Loaders: Harmony on the Farm

Strength. Comfort. Reliability. These three traits set Bobcat® M-Series loaders apart from the competition. With more powerful hydraulics, exclusive comfort options and easy maintenance, they're the best the industry has to offer. From the feedlot to the barn, the new Bobcat® loaders can tackle the toughest chores on your dairy farm.
Bobcat® M-Series Loaders: You Can't Have a Herd

Strong. Agile. Reliable. The new Bobcat® loaders delivers the best in comfort, performance and reliability - and all of the other features that make M-Series loaders the industry's best. Whether you're moving feed for your cattle or cleaning out your barn, a Bobcat® loader is the perfect companion to your work.
Bobcat® M-Series Loaders: Heavy Metal

Big chores on your farm or ranch require a tough machine. The new loaders from Bobcat® deliver. With the best in comfort, performance and productivity, its no wonder M-Series loaders are second to none. Whether you're transporting feed for cattle or need to clean your feedlot, there's a Bobcat® loader up to the task.
Bobcat® M-Series Loaders: We Take Care of You on the Farm

You work hard - your machine should too. With Bobcat® M-Series loaders, you can expect the best in comfort, performance and reliability. Whether you need to clean your barn, transport feed or maintain your property, Bobcat® loaders are up to the challenge.
Bobcat® Selectable Joystick Controls: The Industry's Most Advanced Loader Controls

The industry's most powerful loaders deserve the industry's most advanced controls. That's why we developed Bobcat® selectable joystick controls (SJC) to provide the most control over your machine's functions. With speed management, drive response, horsepower management, and steering drift compensation, you'll be able to complete the most complicated jobs with ease.
Bobcat® Loaders: Unstoppable for Generations

For generations, workers have depended on Bobcat® loaders on their toughest jobsites. At one million machines strong, Bobcat® loaders are clearly an unstoppable force. As Bobcat owners, operators, and employees, we celebrate this achievement together.

Bobcat® Loaders: Tier 4 Engine

The Bobcat Tier 4 loaders now include the new Bobcat® engine which meets Tier 4 requirements. The Bobcat® engines include a non-diesel particulate filter (non-DPF) engine solution where a filter is not used. In addition to eliminating the need for a DPF, the new engines used in Bobcat Tier 4 loaders will have 4 to 12 percent increase in torque. This increase in torque is produced over a wide range of engine rpm, allowing operators of all skill levels to better utilize the machines maximum performance.
Bobcat® Loaders: Tier 4 Deluxe Instrumentation

The Bobcat® deluxe instrumentation panel on the M-Series Tier 4 loaders intelligently monitors key loader functions - including fuel consumption - and the keyless start helps prevent theft. The 5-inch, full-color LCD screen offers better readability and operator interaction. Easy-to-read virtual sweep gauges allow operators to quickly read and understand the machines performance.
Bobcat® Loaders: Tier 4 Operator Comfort and Visibility

Whether you have owned Bobcat® equipment for decades, or it is your first machine, you'll immediately notice the comfort of M-Series skid-steer loaders and compact track loaders. The striking cab-forward design improves all-around visibility and moves you closer to your work. It is our most comfortable cab, with a spacious layout, optional pressurized cab, air ride seat and other premium features.

Bobcat® MX Extendable Arm Option

Get ultimate reach to finish jobs fast. Bobcat offers the first and only clamp-ready extendable arm option, available on select compact excavators. It delivers an additional 30 inches of reach compared to standard arms, so you can reach farther with less repositioning.

When retracted, the extendable arm delivers tear-out force similar to a standard arm. This option also allows the use of the hydraulic clamp and Hydraulic X-Change™ attachment mounting system, so you can pick up and place materials on the job. Get the power, versatility and extra reach you need - all from a compact machine.
Bobcat® M-Series Compact Excavators (Mini Excavators): X-Change Mounting System

The exclusive Bobcat X-Change™ mounting system provides multi-attachment capabilities to your Bobcat® compact excavator (also known as mini excavators). For even faster attachment changes, add Hydraulic X-Change® to help you switch to the proper-sized bucket or select the best attachment for your job.
Bobcat® M-Series: Unmatched Compact Excavator (Mini Excavator) Comfort

M-Series models continue the Bobcat® tradition of comfortable, operator-focused compact excavators. The new M-Series reduce sound levels by more than 50%, helping you stay productive longer.
Bobcat® M-Series: The Easiest Compact Excavators (Mini Excavators) to Maintain

With Bobcat® M-Series compact excavators, its easy to make maintenance part of your routine. Perform preventative maintenance using Bobcats industry-leading service access and simple checkpoints.
Bobcat® M-Series: Compact Excavators (Mini Excavators) With Best-in-Class Performance

Bobcat® compact excavators (also known as mini excavators) have always delivered peak performance, and M-Series models continue that tradition. Several new or improved features make you more productive, offer reduced engine noise and boost your efficiency.

Toolcat™ Utility Work Machines: Let It Snow

With the Toolcat™ 5600 or 5610, youll power through the toughest snow removal jobs faster and more comfortably. Move piles of snow, clear parking lots, plow streets and sweep sidewalks. Enjoy the enclosed, heated cab. Plus, our snow removal attachments will help you finish the job fast.
Toolcat™ Utility Work Machines: Any Day, Any Job

Toolcat™ utility work machines from Bobcat® Company give you all the best features of a pickup truck, tractor, skid-steer loader and utility vehicle. Lift, haul, tow and use attachments or transform your work with 3-point hitch, rear PTO and rear remote hydraulics options.
Toolcat™ Utility Work Machine Commercial

Toolcat™ utility work machines from Bobcat® Company make your daily chores easier. The Toolcat™ 5600 and 5610 combine the best features of a pickup truck, tractor, skid-steer loader and utility vehicle, making them ideal for many jobs. Using just one machine for more of your work can reduce your equipment and maintenance costs.
Toolcat™ 5610: Versatility in Front - and in Back

See the Toolcat™ 5610 in action. Simple switches and levers operate the PTO, 3-point hitch and throttle functions from the comfort of the cab. Rear remote hydraulics control the snowblowers chute direction and angle. The sloped rear cover and large rear window provide clear views of your implement and work area.

Smarter Engineering: Bobcat® vs Other Excavator Brands

Many compact (mini) excavator manufacturers leave your machine open to hydraulic hose damage with poor design. Bobcat® hydraulic lines are mounted inside the width of the boom and away from potential damage. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® don't measure up to the same standards, leading to costly repairs. Other smart Bobcat® design considerations include high-mounted quick couplers, fewer snag points, secured hose and line mounts, and fewer fittings and hoses.
More Hydraulic Power: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators are designed to deliver the most hydraulic horsepower. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® try to keep up, but their hydraulic systems can't deliver. Using a flow meter, each compact (mini) excavator was tested to find the maximum hydraulic horsepower. Bobcat delivered the highest reading, with 17.1 hp of hydraulic flow. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® attempt to deliver the same performance, but each comes up short. In fact, John Deere® measured an underwhelming 42 percent less hydraulic flow. That's the kind of difference that will impact your workflow every day. Only Bobcat® delivers the idustry's best hyraulic performance.
Faster Agility: Bobcat® vs Other Excavator Brands

Bobcat® excavators put more power to the ground when you engage your tracks. They effectively transfer horsepower better than any other brand. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® try to keep up, but Bobcat® excavators are simply faster. In head-to-head tests, Bobcat® outperformed other brands by up to 26 percent.
Grab Bigger Objects: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

At times, you need to pick up and move objects with your compact (mini) excavator. While many brands offer clamps, only the Pro ClampTM system lets you change the orientation of the clamp. That means you can grab objects of many different sizes. With the optional grading tool, you can use the same attachment to smooth trench bottoms and even clean up spoil. This gives you the ability to do many different tasks, resulting in greater productivity on your jobsite. When comparing Caterpillar®, John Deere®, or Kubota® compact excavators, you won't find anything like it. Only Bobcat® brings you the benefits of an advanced clamp system.
Do More Than Dig: Bobcat vs. Other Excavator Brands

Bobcat® excavators are equipped with features that make running attachments easier, including standard auxiliary quick couplers, boom-mounted quick couplers, and the largest clamp mount and pin. You'll also enjoy wrench-free attachment changes and the world's largest compact excavator attachment selection. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® have attempted to match the same versatility, but many of their features are simply afterthoughts. Only Bobcat® has the easiest compact (mini) excavator attachment features in the industry.
Smarter Instrumentation: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

Fast access to machine information during operation is critical. Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators with optional Deluxe Instrumentation put key functions at your fingertips. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® have some helpful features, but only Bobcat® gives you the most functionality. Deluxe instrumentation on Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators puts important data at your fingertips. A five-inch color display provides multiple functions, including diagnostics, attachment integration, maintenance status, and service interval reminders. It’s also the industry’s only keyless start system, which includes up to eight programmable operator passwords. While Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® have some of these helpful features, no other manufacturer can match the functionality of Bobcat® Deluxe Instrumentation.
Dig Faster: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

Digging cycle time can mean the difference between hitting and missing a deadline. That's why Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators are designed with advanced hydraulics for faster digging. They're also designed to dig while under load. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® attempt to deliver the same performance, but their hydralics just can't keep up. Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators are designed for every spec to work together. For you, that means better performance and faster cycle times. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, Kubota®, and Bobcat® excavators completed a two-minute digging challenge and the results speak for themselves. When compared to other brands, Bobcat® excavators delivered up to 40 percent more cycles. Over the course of a day, a week, or a month, that difference will positively impact your productivity.
Get There Faster: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

Time spent traveling around a jobsite to your work can add up quickly. Slower travel around the jobsite means you'll waste valuable digging time. That's why Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators are designed with travel speed in mind. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® machines try to deliver, but can’t keep up. According to specifications, travel speeds of each machine should be similar, but a real world test set the record straight. The Bobcat® E35 compact (mini) excavator set the standard, finishing in 28 seconds, with the Bobcat® E35i following at 31 seconds. John Deere®, Kubota®, and Caterpillar® finished in 34 seconds, nearly 25 ft. behind the leader.
Efficient Control Operation: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

Fingertip controls on Bobcat® excavators give skilled operators the ability to perform many functions at the same time. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® have similar features, but often, they're missing the most important ones. Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators feature fingertip controls for the auxiliaries, boom swing, and angle blade. For you, that means it's possible move the machine, and run the attachment and work group at the same time. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® include one or two of these controls at most. Only Bobcat® delivers everything you need.
Stronger Slewing: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

When you're digging on a slope, slew force is the power you need to swing your excavator. It also determines how quickly you can move material back into your trench. Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators are designed to deliver the most slewing force. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® try to match it, but they fall short. Only Bobcat® delivers the industry's best slewing force. We tested each machine by securing a load cell between a floor anchor and each excavator's bucket, slewing force could be accurately measured. The Bobcat E35 compact (mini) excavator delivered the most slewing force at 735 lb., followed by the Bobcat® E35i with 695 lb. Kubota® delivered 561 lb. of force, while Caterpillar® measured at 541 lb. John Deere® disappointed with just 504 lb. of slewing force. Overall, Bobcat® excavators measured 24-46 percent more slewing power than other brands.
Reach Further: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

With the Bobcat® extendable arm, you'll gain extended dig depth and reach. It offers the best of both worlds: power and lifting performance, combined with the ability to extend the machine's dig depth and reach when you need it. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® have extendable arm options, but none of them can be used with a clamp. Only Bobcat® has the only fully clamp-compatible extendable arm.
Working In Tight Areas: Bobcat® vs Other Excavator Brands

An in-track swing frame on Bobcat compact excavators allows you to get closer to your work. When you dig in an offset position, the swing castings and cylinders remain within the tracks to help you work in small spaces. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® leave their machines open for damage because their components extend outside the tracks. Simply put, Bobcat® excavators are the only machines that give you peace of mind while digging in tight spots.
Depth Check: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

If you're over-digging or under-digging, you waste valuable time. That's why Bobcat® developed the first depth check system for compact equipment. You won't find it on Caterpillar®, John Deere®, or Kubota® compact (mini) excavators. With it, you'll spend less time checking your depth and more time digging. It's just another way Bobcat® makes your job easier and quicker.
New Bobcat Advantage: Bobcat® vs. Other Excavator Brands

There's a huge difference between published specs and real-world testing. Bobcat Advantage® puts the industry's top compact equipment brands against each other to show you the differences. Objective tests and competitive comparisons push the boundaries of Bobcat®, Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® machines. You can quickly evaluate performance, comfort, uptime, and attachments in repeatable tests completed under the same conditions. You'll see just how different each machine can be and get the facts before making a purchase decision.