553 Bobcat 553 Specifications & Technical Data (1995—2002)

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The Bobcat 553 is a skid steer loader manufactured by Bobcat from 1995 to 2002. It has a weight of 1.74 tons and a transport lengt…

The Bobcat 553 is a skid steer loader manufactured by Bobcat from 1995 to 2002. It has a weight of 1.74 tons and a transport length of 2.72 meters. The bucket capacity is 0.45 cubic meters, and it can reach a maximum discharge height of 2.08 meters. The transport width is 1.26 meters, and the transport height is 1.86 meters. The rated operating capacity of this machine is 431 kilograms.

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Technical specs - 553 Bobcat

Specification

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Weight
1.74 t
Rated operating capacity
431 kg
Standard tyres
27x8.50
Bucket capacity
0.45 m³
Transport length
2.72 m
Transport width
1.26 m
Transport height
1.86 m
Travel speed
9.7 km/h
Max. discharge height
2.08 m
Engine manuf.
Kubota
Engine type
D1005EB
Engine power
16.8 kW

More technical details, like: track width, bucket width, driver protection, steering mode, lifting force, model series, dimension lxwxh, displacement, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, no. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke...

More technical details, like: track width, bucket width, driver protection, steering mode, lifting force, model series, dimension lxwxh, displacement, revolutions at max torque, max. torque, no. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke, emission level, lift geometry, access, engine manufacturer, engine model, aspiration, rated speed, engine output - net, engine output - gross, transmission type, tyre size, length - no bucket, length - with bucket, width - no bucket, width - with bucket, height - top of cab, ground clearance, wheelbase, rear departure angle, height to hinge pin, dump angle, dump height - maximum, reach - max dump height, turning radius - bucket corner, fuel tank, tipping load, operating capacity, speed - maximum, breakout - lift, breakout - bucket, pump type, pump flow, system pressure, operating weight are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with ROPS cabin and std. shovel with teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
LPG motor
No
Burglar proof system
No

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Bobcat 553 FAQ

When was the Bobcat 553 manufactured?

The Bobcat 553 was manufactured from 1995 to 2002.

How much does the Bobcat 553 skid steer loader weigh?

The Bobcat 553 skid steer loader weighs 1.74 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Bobcat 553 skid steer loader?

The Bobcat 553 has a transport length of 2.72 meters, a transport width of 1.26 meters, and a transport height of 1.86 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Bobcat 553 skid steer loader?

The Bobcat 553 skid steer loader has a travel speed of 9.7 km/h.

What are the undercarriage specifications of the Bobcat 553 skid steer loader?

The Bobcat 553 skid steer loader is equipped with standard tyres sized 27x8.50.

What is the material handling capacity of the Bobcat 553 skid steer loader?

The Bobcat 553 skid steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 431 kg and a maximum discharge height of 2.08 meters.

What is the bucket capacity of the Bobcat 553 skid steer loader?

The Bobcat 553 skid steer loader has a bucket capacity of 0.45 cubic meters.

How much is a Bobcat 553 Skid steer loader (1995u20132002) worth?

The residual value of the Bobcat 553 depends on the machine's individual parameters. Visit the LECTURA Valuation to check it.

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