Category Archives: Bobcat

New Grading and Trenching Buckets for Bobcat

In an effort to deliver buckets that are easier to clean-out and have increased durability, Bobcat has introduced a few new models designed around grading and trenching.

According to a story on equipmentworld.com, these new buckets are compatible with the standard clamp as well as the optional Pro Clamp System. The trenching buckets are available in 12-, 16-, 18, 20-, 24-, 30- and 36-inch widths, while the grading buckets are available in 36-, 48- and 60-inch widths.

For more details on these redesigned attachments, visit equipmentworld.com today.

The Most Bang for Your Bucket

Buckets may be the most common attachment for compact equipment like skid steers and CTLs, but as they say, variety is the spice of life. There are a large assortment of skid steer bucket types available, and rather than just sticking with the factory default, it’s worth looking through them to find the one that’s perfect for your project.

A recent article by compactequip.com provided an in-depth look at bucket types, giving compact equipment users the insight needed in order to find the perfect fit for any type of work. As Christopher Girodat, marketing manager for Bobcat Co. says, “When looking for a loader bucket there are some things to consider to make sure the bucket is a good fit.”

Head on over to compactequip.com to read the full article today!

Bobcat Introduces New Pallet Fork Frame

According to an article from ForConstructionPros.com, Bobcat has released it’s new pallet fork frame for Bobcat skid steers and compact track loaders, as well as Toolcat unitlity work machines and the V519 VersaHANDLER.

The new pallet fork frame:

Can attach without the operator leaving the cab
Makes it easy to change from pallet forks to bale forks
It comes in three duty levels for different capacites
Features a walk-through front frame
Has improved visibility with open carriage design
A center guard is available on all three models
Reinforced brick-guard height extension available
Features multiple tine options

NEW Bobcat Pallet Fork Frame

The Top Financed Compact Track Loaders

EDA by Randall-Reilly uses financing information to provide market insights in a number of industries, one of which is construction equipment. In other words, they see who finances which machines and can therefore provide information such as the most popular new and used models, average auction prices, and more.

According to an infographic at Equipment World with data from EDA by Randall Reilly and TopAuction, The Kubota SVL75-2 is the top financed new compact track loader with 2,160 units being financed from March 2016 through February 2017. The other top selling new CTL in that period is the Cat 259D with just under two thousand financed. The top financed used track loader is the Bobcat T190 with 620 units.

They also report that Compact Track Loaders are at a 10 year high for new and used machines.