SPECS / COMPARISON
Bobcat 953 vs Bobcat 743
A detailed comparison of the Bobcat 953 and the Bobcat 743. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Bobcat 95355.2 kW (74.0 HP)
Bobcat 74326.8 kW (36.0 HP)
Operating Weight
Bobcat 9534006.1 kg (8832lbs)
Bobcat 7432182 kg (4810 lbs)
| Specification | Bobcat 953 Skid Steers | Bobcat 743Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Radial | Radial |
| Years Made | 1995-1999 | 1994-1999 |
| Horsepower | 55.2 kW (74.0 HP) | 26.8 kW (36.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 748.4 kg (1650 lbs) | 340 kg (750 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1088.6 kg (2400 lbs) | 590 kg (1300 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 4006.1 kg (8832lbs) | 2182 kg (4810 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 2177.2 kg (4800 lbs) | 1179.3 kg (2600 lbs) |
| Pump Capacity | 94.6 LPM (25.0 GPM) | 41.6 LPM (11.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 144.8 Bar (2100 psi) | 144.8 Bar (2100 psi) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Perkins | Kubota |
| Engine Model | 4.236 | V1702 |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | E-TVCS (Spherical) |
| Compression Ratio | 16:1 | 21:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 55.2 kW (74.0 HP) | 26.8 kW (36.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 3867 cc (236 cu in.) | 1732 cc (105.7 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.8 cm (3.9 in.) | 8.2 cm (3.2 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.7 cm (5.0 in.) | 8.2 cm (3.2 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113.6 L (30.0 gal) | 87.1 L (23.0 gal) |
| Cab Height | 198.1 cm (86.0 in.) | 192.5 cm (75.8 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 317.0 cm (124.8 in.) | 276.9 cm (109.0 in.) |
| Width | 166.1 cm (65.4 in.) | 140.0 cm (55.1 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 366.3 cm (144.2 in.) | 305.8 cm (120.4 in.) |
| Dump Height | 236.7 cm (93.2 in.) | 219.2 cm (86.3 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 65.3 cm (25.7 in.) | 55.4 cm (21.8 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 21.8 cm (8.6 in.) | 19.1 cm (7.5 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 45 ° | 37 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 25 ° | 26 ° |
| Departure Angle | 26 ° | 28 ° |
| Front Tire | 12-16.5 | 7-15.6 |
| Rear Tire | 12-16.5 | 7-15.6 |
| Maximum Travel Speed | — | 9.7 km (6.0 mph) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | — | 13.2 L (3.5 gal) |
| Raise Lift Arms | — | 3.4 seconds |
| Lower Lift Arms | — | 2.6 seconds |
| Bucket Rollback | — | 2.2 seconds |
| Bucket Dump | — | 2.65 seconds |
| Rated Speed | — | 2800 RPM |
| Torque Speed | — | 1600 RPM |
| Peak Torque | — | 108 N∙m (80 ft-lb) |
| Coolant Capacity | — | 12.0 L (3.2 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | — | 8.5 L (2.2 gal) |
| Variants | — | 743 B 773DS |
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