BOBCAT SKID STEER LOADERS: UPTIME PROTECTION
Bobcat Company invented the world’s first skid-steer loader. Bobcat has celebrated a 50-year history of quality, performance and reliability. It’s no wonder they’re the world’s best-selling skid-steer loader. When paired wit0.h a genuine Bobcat® attachment, each skid-steer model is a force to be reckoned with on your jobsite. And with more than a dozen models to choose from, you’ll find the right machine for any size job.
Jobsite hazards are everywhere and when your machine is out of operation for repairs, you lose valuable work time and money. With Bobcat® skid-steer loaders and compact track loaders, you’re ready for nearly anything that you’ll encounter. Each component is designed for reliable protection. For you, that means peace of mind, no matter the conditions of your jobsite. That’s why Bobcat® loaders are engineered to protect components against damage.
HOW IT WORKS?
Everywhere you look, you’ll see smart component designs that protect your loader from damage. The radiator and hydraulic oil cooler are mounted high up on the machine, protected from jobsite damage. Hoses are routed through the loader arms and frame uprights, away from snag points. Quick couplers are protected by a solid welded guard and mounted directly into the front plate of the lift arm.
FEATURE OVERVIEW: PROTECTED COMPONENTS – LOADERS
Protected Cooling Location
Some manufacturers still place radiators or condensers immediately inside the tailgate where the cooling package can be damaged by rebar, sticks or other items that can poke through the tailgate ventilation holes. The Bobcat radiator and hydraulic oil cooler are well protected between the frame uprights, above the engine. This also leaves the rear of the engine freely accessible for daily maintenance checks.
Protected Hose Routing
Bobcat sets the standard for hose routing. We provide better protection of our hoses by running them through the loader arms and frame uprights. We use more durable and expensive steel tubing in areas that are exposed to outside elements. The simplicity in the design is that hoses are less apt to be snagged and broken if they are not exposed, meaning more time working for you.
Protected Tailgate
The one-piece, 1/4 in. thick door is solid steel. There are no cooling holes, slots, or other openings on the heavy-duty door that could potentially lead to extra time in the shop. Additionally, the lower rear frame sticks out past the tailgate, protecting it from jobsite obstacles, scrapes and bumps.
Removable Hose Guide
Provides better auxiliary hose routing and security; slide the guide onto your hydraulic hose and clip it on the machine before operation. Clip the hose on the attachment frame when it isn’t in use.
Removable Hose Guide
Leaves no exposed hoses to damage. Integrated, pressure-release quick couplers are mounted directly into the front plate of the lift arm.