SPECS / COMPARISON
Bobcat 863C vs Caterpillar 236D
A detailed comparison of the Bobcat 863C and the Caterpillar 236D. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Bobcat 863C54.8 kW (73.5 HP)
Caterpillar 236D55.4 kW (74.3 HP)
Operating Weight
Bobcat 863C3243.2 kg (7150 lbs)
Caterpillar 236D2975.1 kg (6559 lbs)
| Specification | Bobcat 863C Skid Steers | Caterpillar 236D Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Radial |
| Years Made | 1996-2002 | 2015-2020 |
| Horsepower | 54.8 kW (73.5 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 567.0 kg (1250 lbs) | 567.0 kg (1250 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 861.8 kg (1900 lbs) | 816.5 kg (1800 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3243.2 kg (7150 lbs) | 2975.1 kg (6559 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 1723.7 kg (3800 lbs) | 1632.9 kg (3600 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 1678.3 kg (3700 lbs) | — |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 1723.7 kg (3800 lbs) | 2301.5 kg (5074 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 11.6 km (7.2 mph) | 11.3 km (7.0 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 68.1 LPM (18.0 GPM) | 75.7 LPM (20.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 206.8 Bar (3000 psi) | 229.9 Bar (3335 psi) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 30.3 L (8.0 gal) | 50.0 L (13.2 gal) |
| Raise Lift Arms | 5.2 seconds | — |
| Lower Lift Arms | 3.5 seconds | — |
| Bucket Rollback | 1.9 seconds | — |
| Bucket Dump | 2.7 seconds | — |
| Engine Manufacturer | Deutz | Cat |
| Engine Model | BF4M1011 | 3.3 B DIT |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Compression Ratio | 17.1 | — |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | — |
| Gross Power | 54.8 kW (73.5 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Displacement | 2732 cc (167 cu. in.) | 3327 cc (203 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.1 cm (3.6 in.) | 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.5 cm (4.1 in.) | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 238.6 N∙m (176 ft-lb) | 265 N∙m (195 lb-ft) |
| Coolant Capacity | 20.8 L (5.5 gal) | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.6 L (2.0 gal) | 7.9 L (2.1 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95.0 L (25.1 gal) | 64.4 L (17.0 gal) |
| Cab Height | 206.3 cm (81.2 in.) | 208.2 cm (82.0 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 307.3 cm (121.0 in.) | 312.2 cm (122.9 in.) |
| Width | 170.7 cm (67.2 in.) | 167.6 cm (66.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 343.9 cm (135.4 in.) | 348.7 cm (137.3 in.) |
| Dump Height | 225.5 cm (88.8 in.) | 235.9 cm (92.9 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 60.6 cm (23.8 in.) | 40.8 cm (16.0 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 21.6 cm (8.5 in.) | 19.5 cm (7.7 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 45 ° | 48 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 25 ° | 34 ° |
| Departure Angle | 29 ° | 26 ° |
| Front Tire | 12–16.5 | 10×16.5 |
| Rear Tire | 12–16.5 | 10×16.5 |
| Optional High Speed | — | 17.1 km (10.6 mph) |
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