SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 280 Series 2 vs Bobcat S330
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 280 Series 2 and the Bobcat S330. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 280 Series 267.1 kW (90.0 HP)
Bobcat S33063.4 kW (85.0 HP)
Operating Weight
John Deere 280 Series 24173.4 kg (9200 lbs)
Bobcat S3304166.2 kg (9185 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 280 Series 2 Skid Steers | Bobcat S330 Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2002-2006 | 2006-2010 |
| Horsepower | 67.1 kW (90.0 HP) | 63.4 kW (85.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 1097.7 kg (2420 lbs) | 1134.0 kg (2500 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1451.5 kg (3200 lbs) | 1496.9 kg (3300 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 4173.4 kg (9200 lbs) | 4166.2 kg (9185 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 3175.1 kg (7000 lbs) | 3048.1 kg (6720 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 5261.7 kg (11600 lbs) | 2517.4 kg (5550 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 11.3 km (7.0 mph) | 11.1 km (6.9 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 19.3 km (12.0 mph) | 19.3 km (12 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 106.0 LPM (28.0 GPM) | 78.4 LPM (20.7 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 213.7 Bar (3100 psi) | 227.5 Bar (3300 psi) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | 183.6 LPM (48.5 GPM) | 138.9 LPM (36.7 GPM) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 34.1 L (9.0 gal) | 49.2 L (13.0 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | Kubota |
| Engine Model | 4045 T | V3800-DI-T |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2400 RPM | 2575 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Tier I | Tier 3 |
| Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 67.1 kW (90.0 HP) | 63.4 kW (85.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 4523 cc (276 cu in.) | 3769 cc (230 cu in.) |
| Bore | 10.6 cm (4.2 in.) | 10.0 cm (3.9 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.7 cm (5.0 in.) | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) |
| Coolant Capacity | 20.8 L (5.5 gal) | 16.3 L (4.3 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 13.3 L (3.5 gal) | 13.3 L (3.5 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90.8 L (24.0 gal) | 87.1 L (23.0 gal) |
| Cab Height | 210.5 cm (82.9 in.) | 208.8 cm (82.2 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 322.6 cm (127.0 in.) | 330.5 cm (130.1 in.) |
| Width | 196.1 cm (77.2 in.) | 186.2 cm (73.3 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 350.4 cm (138.0 in.) | 364.2 cm (143.4 in.) |
| Dump Height | 259.1 cm (102.0 in.) | 260.4 cm (102.5 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 81.3 cm (32.0 in.) | 79.2 cm (31.2 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 24.1 cm (9.5 in.) | 22.1 cm (8.7 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 45 ° | 41 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 35 ° | 31 ° |
| Departure Angle | 27 ° | 26 ° |
| Front Tire | 14×17.5 | 12-16.5 |
| Rear Tire | 14×17.5 | 12-16.5 |
| Tilt Breakout Force | — | 2630.8 kg (5800 lbs) |
| Raise Lift Arms | — | 4.4 seconds |
| Lower Lift Arms | — | 3.2 seconds |
| Bucket Rollback | — | 2.1 seconds |
| Bucket Dump | — | 2.7 seconds |
| Peak Torque | — | 311.8 N∙m (230 ft-lb) |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.
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