SPECS / COMPARISON
Vermeer S725TX vs Bobcat 553
A detailed comparison of the Vermeer S725TX and the Bobcat 553. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Vermeer S725TX18.2 kW (24.8 HP)
Bobcat 55318.6 kW (25.0 HP)
Operating Weight
Vermeer S725TX1369.8 kg (3020 lbs)
Bobcat 5531680.1 kg (3704 lbs)
| Specification | Vermeer S725TX Skid Steers | Bobcat 553 Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Mini skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2013-2017 | 2005-2007 |
| Horsepower | 18.2 kW (24.8 HP) | 18.6 kW (25.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 340.2 kg (750 lbs) | 294.8 kg (650 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 499.0 kg (1100 lbs) | 430.9 kg (950 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 1369.8 kg (3020 lbs) | 1680.1 kg (3704 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 973.0 kg (2145 lbs) | 864.1 kg (1905 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 7.2 km (4.5 mph) | 10.3 km (6.4 mph) |
| Ground Pressure | 28.3 kPa (4.1 psi) | — |
| Pump Capacity | 32.2 LPM (8.5 GPM) | 41.6 LPM (11.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 203.4 Bar (2950 psi) | 206.8 Bar (3000 psi) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | 51.1 LPM (13.5 GPM) | — |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 54.9 L (14.5 gal) | 15.1 L (4.0 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Kubota | Kubota |
| Engine Model | V1505-E4B | D1005-B |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Rated Speed | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | E-TVCS (Spherical type) | Spherical type |
| Emissions | Tier 4 | Tier 3 |
| Compression Ratio | 24:1 | 22.1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-2-3 |
| Gross Power | 18.2 kW (24.8 HP) | 19.8 kW (26.5 HP) |
| Displacement | 1498 cc (91 cu in.) | 1122 cc (68.5 cu. in.) |
| Bore | 7.8 cm (3.1 in.) | 7.6 cm (3.0 in.) |
| Stroke | 7.8 cm (3.1 in.) | 7.4 cm (2.9 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 91.9 N∙m (67.8 ft-lb) | 60.6 N∙m (44.7 ft-lb) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.7 L (1.8 gal) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54.9 L (14.5 gal) | 37.9 L (10.0 gal) |
| Cab Height | 144.8 cm (57.0 in.) | 184.2 cm (72.5 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 269.2 cm (106.0 in.) | 263.4 cm (103.7 in.) |
| Width | 91.4 cm (36.0 in.) | 119.4 cm (47.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 213.4 cm (84.0 in.) | 272.5 cm (107.3 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 15.2 cm (6.0 in.) | 17.5 cm (6.9 in.) |
| Track Width | 17.8 cm (7.0 in.) | — |
| Track Length | 214.6 cm (84.0 in.) | — |
| Ground Contact Length | 95.3 cm (37.5 in.) | — |
| Lift Breakout Force | — | 725.7 kg (1600 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | — | 997.9 kg (2200 lbs) |
| Raise Lift Arms | — | 3.7 seconds |
| Lower Lift Arms | — | 2.6 seconds |
| Bucket Rollback | — | 2.0 seconds |
| Bucket Dump | — | 2.3 seconds |
| Dump Height | — | 208.3 cm (82.0 in.) |
| Dump Reach | — | 31.2 cm (12.3 in.) |
| Dump Angle | — | 42 ° |
| Rollback Angle | — | 27 ° |
| Departure Angle | — | 24 ° |
| Front Tire | — | 23 x 8.5-15 |
| Rear Tire | — | 23 x 8.5-15 |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.