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Caterpillar 226B vs Bobcat S160

A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 226B and the Bobcat S160. Click a model name to view its full specifications.

Horsepower
Caterpillar 226B46.2 kW (62.0 HP)
Bobcat S16043.3 kW (58.0 HP)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 226B2646.3 kg (5834 lbs)
Bobcat S1602609.1 kg (5752 lbs)
SpecificationCaterpillar 226BCaterpillar 226BSkid SteersBobcat S160Bobcat S160Skid Steers
TypeSkid steerSkid steer
Lift DesignRadialRadial
Years Made20042003-2013
Horsepower46.2 kW (62.0 HP)43.3 kW (58.0 HP)
Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping)476.3 kg (1050 lbs)499.0 kg (1100 lbs)
Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping)680.4 kg (1500 lbs)725.7 kg (1600 lbs)
Operating Weight2646.3 kg (5834 lbs)2609.1 kg (5752 lbs)
Tipping Load1360.8 kg (3000 lbs)1451.5 kg (3200 lbs)
Lift Breakout Force1515.5 kg (3341 lbs)1995.8 kg (4400 lbs)
Tilt Breakout Force1852.5 kg (4084 lbs)1646.5 kg (3630 lbs)
Maximum Travel Speed12.7 km (7.9 mph)11.7 km (7.3 mph)
Pump Capacity59.1 LPM (15.6 GPM)63.0 LPM (16.9 GPM)
Relief Valve Pressure229.9 Bar (3335 psi)227.5 Bar (3300 psi)
Hydraulic Tank Capacity55.0 L (14.5 gal)32.2 L (8.5 gal)
Engine ManufacturerCatKubota
Engine Model3024 C TV2003M-DI-T
Engine TypeDieselDiesel
No of Cylinders44
Rated Speed3000 RPM2800 RPM
Combustion ChamberDirect injectionE-TVCS (Spherical Type)
Gross Power46.2 kW (62.0 HP)43.3 kW (58.0 HP)
Displacement2201 cc (134 cu in.)2197 cc (134 cu in.)
Bore8.4 cm (3.3 in.)8.3 cm (3.3 in.)
Stroke10.0 cm (3.9 in.)9.2 cm (3.6 in.)
Coolant Capacity10.0 L (2.6 gal)11.4 L (3.0 gal)
Engine Oil Capacity7.9 L (2.1 gal)7.1 L (1.9 gal)
Fuel Tank Capacity64.4 L (17.0 gal)87.1 L (23.0 gal)
Cab Height195.6 cm (77.0 in.)193.8 cm (76.3 in.)
Bucket Hinge Pin Height284.5 cm (112.0 in.)290.8 cm (114.5 in.)
Width152.4 cm (60.0 in.)167.6 cm (66.0 in.)
Length with Bucket322.6 cm (127.0 in.)330.9 cm (130.3 in.)
Dump Height215.9 cm (85.0 in.)219.7 cm (86.5 in.)
Dump Reach50.8 cm (20.0 in.)46.1 cm (18.1 in.)
Ground Clearance19.5 cm (8.0 in.)19.1 cm (7.5 in.)
Dump Angle40 °44 °
Departure Angle26 °23 °
Front Tire10 x 16.510-16.5
Rear Tire10 x 16.510-16.5
Optional High Speed—17.9 km (11.1 mph)
Optional Pump Capacity—99.9 LPM (26.4 GPM)
Raise Lift Arms—3.7 seconds
Lower Lift Arms—2.1 seconds
Bucket Rollback—1.9 seconds
Bucket Dump—2.4 seconds
Torque Speed—1700 RPM
Emissions—Tier 4
Compression Ratio—23.0
Firing Order—1-3-4-2
Peak Torque—140.3 N∙m (103.5 ft-lb)
Rollback Angle—25 °

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