Category : Skid Steer Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Bobcat ➔ Model : 553 ➔
The Bobcat 553 is a compact skid steer loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and general construction tasks in confined work areas. It is part of Bobcat's small-frame skid steer lineup and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, property maintenance, and light construction applications. The 553 features a compact footprint, responsive hydraulic performance, and compatibility with a range of attachments for increased versatility. Its size supports maneuverability in tight spaces while maintaining useful lifting and operating capacity for everyday jobsite work. The Bobcat 553 remains recognized as a practical entry-level skid steer loader for utility-focused operations.
Dimensions
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Dimensions specifications
Axle Height
29.72 in (75.49 cm)
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump
6.84 ft (2.08 m)
Front Axle To Pin
50.00 in (127.00 cm)
Ground Clearance
20.08 in (51.00 cm)
Height - Overall
130.04 in (330.30 cm)
Height To Top Of Cab
6.05 ft (1.84 m)
Length - With 20hc High Capacity Saw
277.95 in (705.99 cm)
Length W/O Bucket
7.35 ft (2.24 m)
Length With Bucket
8.95 ft (2.73 m)
Overall Length
24.98 ft (7.61 m)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
12.29 in (31.22 cm)
Tread Width
87.52 in (222.30 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket
62.01 in (157.51 cm)
Wheel Base
9.26 ft (2.82 m)
Wheelbase
2.60 ft (0.79 m)
Width - Overall - 28l Tires
115.63 in (293.70 cm)
Width - Overall - 30.5 Tires
126.61 in (321.59 cm)
Width Over Tires
3.92 ft (1.19 m)
Engine
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Engine specifications
Displacement
67.20 cu in (1,101.21 cu cm)
Engine Model
D1105-B
Engine Power
173.00 hp (129.01 kw)
Net Power
190.50 hp (142.06 kw)
Rated Power
175.00 hp (130.50 kw)
Hydraulic
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity
11.00 gpm (41.64 lpm)
Hydraulic System
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Cylinders - Lift
102 mm X 64 mm (4.0 in X 2.5 in)
Cylinders - Steering
89 mm X 51 mm (3.5 in X 2.0 in)
Cylinders - Tilt
89 mm X 64 mm (3.5 in X 2.5 in)
Disc Saw Pump Flow
26.00 gpm (98.41 lpm)
Hydrostatic Pump Flow
48.00 gpm (181.68 lpm)
Loader
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Loader specifications
Operating Load Rating
950.00 lbs (430.91 kg)
Tipping Angle
1905 degrees
Operating Specifications
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Articulation Angle - Left/Right - With 28l Tires
84 degrees
Ground Clearance
1.75 ft (0.53 m)
Travel Speed - High Range With 28l Tires
14.91 mph (24.00 kph)
Travel Speed - Low Range With 28l Tires
4.97 mph (8.00 kph)
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires - 28l Tires
387.79 in (984.99 cm)
Turning Radius - Outside Front Tires - 30.5 Tires
472.44 in (1,200.00 cm)
Operational
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity
10.00 gal (37.85 l)
Max Speed
6.40 mph (10.30 kph)
Operating Weight
3,704.00 lbs (1,680.11 kg)
Tire Size
27x8.50-15
Service Refill Capacities
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank
79.30 gal (300.15 l)
Weights
Bobcat 553 Skid Steer Loader Weights specifications
Est. Operating Weight
28,530.00 lbs (12,941.01 kg)
Operating Weight - Without Attachment
25,300.00 lbs (11,475.90 kg)
