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You can find a detailed comparison of the Bobcat 953 and the Bobcat S185 below. You can also click on the model names in the first row to view more specifications for each model.
Horsepower
Bobcat 95374.0 HP
Bobcat S18556.0 HP
Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping)
Bobcat 9532400 lbs
Bobcat S1851850 lbs
Operating Weight
Bobcat 9538832lbs
Bobcat S1856220 lbs
Tipping Load
Bobcat 9534800 lbs
Bobcat S1854076 lbs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Radial | Vertical |
| Years Made | 1995-1999 | 2002-2013 |
| Horsepower | 74.0 HP | 56.0 HP |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 1650 lbs | — |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 2400 lbs | 1850 lbs |
| Operating Weight | 8832lbs | 6220 lbs |
| Tipping Load | 4800 lbs | 4076 lbs |
| Lift Breakout Force | — | 3500 lbs |
| Tilt Breakout Force | — | 3426 lbs |
| Pump Flow | 25.0 GPM | 16.9 GPM |
| Optional Flow | N/A | 26.4 GPM |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 124.8 in. | 118.2 in. |
| Width | 65.4 in. | 66.0 in. |
| Dump Height | 93.2 in. | 91.0 in. |
| Dump Reach | 25.7 in. | 29.6 in. |
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