Bobcat Offering M-Series Loaders

Equipment maker touts several upgrades to its product line.

New Bobcat M-Series skid-steer and compact track loaders feature the most significant design changes undertaken by the company in its 50-year history, according to a company news release.

The first M-Series models are the S630 skid-steer loader and the T630 compact track loader, which will be available in August of 2009.

 

The hydraulic systems on M-Series loaders have been engineered for higher standard flow and pressure that give attachments more power to work more quickly, says the company. Hydraulic horsepower has been increased by more than 15 percent and the standard auxiliary hydraulic flow is now 23 gallons per minute at 3,500 pound per square inch and an optional high flow reaches 30.5 gallons per minute for maximum attachment performance.

 

Other performance enhancements include an increase of the traction of M-Series loaders by 15 to 20 percent to provide exceptional pushing and digging power, says the company. Additionally, a larger fuel capacity will allow the loaders to work longer between fueling stops.

 

Maintenance of M-Series loaders has been simplified with a new hydraulic sight gauge that helps the operator quickly keep an eye on hydraulic oil levels, according to Bobcat. Additionally, end-greased pivot pins at key points around the loader allow for simpler greasing of the pins.

 

The joysticks on M-Series loaders with optional Selectable Joystick Controls (SJC) move up and down in conjunction with the seat, designed to reduce arm movement and fatigue as the operator controls the machine. The joystick mounts slide forward or backwards to adjust to the preference of each individual operator.

 

More information about M-Series loaders can be found at www.bobcat.com/loaders.