SPECS / COMPARISON
Bobcat 642 vs Bobcat 643
A detailed comparison of the Bobcat 642 and the Bobcat 643. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Bobcat 64223.9 kW (32.0 HP)
Bobcat 64321.3 kW (28.5 HP)
Operating Weight
Bobcat 6421814.4 kg (4000 lbs)
Bobcat 6431905.1 kg (4200 lbs)
| Specification | Bobcat 642 Skid Steers | Bobcat 643Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Radial | Radial |
| Years Made | 1981-1986 | 1981-1986 |
| Horsepower | 23.9 kW (32.0 HP) | 21.3 kW (28.5 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 326.6 kg (720 lbs) | 326.6 kg (720 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 590 kg (1000 lbs) | 590 kg (1000 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 1814.4 kg (4000 lbs) | 1905.1 kg (4200 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 997.9 kg (2200 lbs) | 997.9 kg (2200 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 10.6 km (6.6 mph) | 10.6 km (6.6 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 36.0 LPM (9.5 GPM) | 36.0 LPM (9.5 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 131.0 Bar (1900 psi) | 131.0 Bar (1900 psi) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 13.2 L (3.5 gal) | 13.2 L (3.5 gal) |
| Raise Lift Arms | 3.6 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Lower Lift Arms | 2.9 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Bucket Rollback | 2.2 seconds | 2.2 seconds |
| Bucket Dump | 2.7 seconds | 2.7 seconds |
| Engine Manufacturer | Ford | Kubota |
| Engine Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1800 RPM | — |
| Firing Order | 2-1-4-3 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 23.9 kW (32.0 HP) | 23.9 kW (32.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 1606 cc (98 cu in.) | 1395 cc (85 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.1 cm (3.2 in.) | 8.5 cm (3.3 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.6 cm (3.05 in.) | 8.2 cm (3.2 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 99 N∙m (73 ft-lb) | 86 N∙m (63 ft-lb) |
| Coolant Capacity | 12.0 L (3.2 gal) | 10.4 L (2.7 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 L (1.0 gal) | 6.6 L (1.7 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49.2 L (13.0 gal) | 49.2 L (13.0 gal) |
| Cab Height | 192.5 cm (75.8 in.) | 192.5 cm (75.8 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 276.9 cm (109.0 in.) | 276.9 cm (109.0 in.) |
| Width | 137.2 cm (54.0 in.) | 137.2 cm (54.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 305.3 cm (120.2 in.) | 305.3 cm (120.2 in.) |
| Dump Height | 219.2 cm (86.3 in.) | 219.2 cm (86.3 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 55.4 cm (21.8 in.) | 55.4 cm (21.8 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 19.1 cm (7.5 in.) | 19.1 cm (7.5 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 37 ° | 37 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 26 ° | 26 ° |
| Departure Angle | 28 ° | 28 ° |
| Front Tire | 7.00×15.6 | 7.00×15.6 |
| Rear Tire | 7.00×15.6 | 7.00×15.6 |
| Engine Model | — | D1402 |
| Combustion Chamber | — | Spherical type |
| Compression Ratio | — | 21.0 |
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