Categories ↠ Skid Steer Loaders ↠ Bobcat S185

Bobcat S185 Skid Steer Loader

Category: Skid Steer Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Bobcat ➔
Model: S185 ➔

The Bobcat S185 is a compact skid steer loader designed for construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material handling applications. It is part of Bobcat's S-series and is known for its vertical lift path, compact footprint, and compatibility with a wide range of attachments. The S185 typically features a diesel engine, hydrostatic drive, and operator cab options suited for enclosed or open environments. Its size allows operation in confined job sites while maintaining lifting and digging capability. The Bobcat S185 is commonly used for loading, grading, trench cleanup, snow removal, and general site work across commercial and residential projects.

See all Bobcat S185s for sale

Dimensions

Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	7.60 ft (2.32 m)
Ground Clearance	7.50 in (19.05 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	6.40 ft (1.95 m)
Length w/o Bucket	8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Length with Bucket	10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	29.70 in (75.44 cm)
Turning Radius from Center - machine rear	78.80 in (200.15 cm)
Wheelbase	3.40 ft (1.04 m)
Width Over Tires	5.50 ft (1.68 m)

Engine

Displacement	122.10 cu in (2,000.86 cu cm)
Engine Model	V2003-M-DI-T
Gross Power	56.00 hp (41.76 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2800 rpm

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow Capacity	16.90 gpm (63.97 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure	3300 psi

Loader

Bucket Capacity	0.50 cu yd (0.38 cu m)
Operating Load Rating	1,850.00 lbs (839.15 kg)
Operating Width	68.00 in (172.72 cm)
Tipping Angle	4076 degrees

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	24.10 gal (91.22 l)
Max Speed	11.10 mph (17.86 kph)
Operating Speed	7.30 mph (11.75 kph)
Operating Weight	6,220.00 lbs (2,821.35 kg)

Bobcat S185s currently for sale

A 2008 Bobcat S185 From Titan Machinery Inc for $20,520.00 USD

A Bobcat S185 From Foley Incorporated for $22,500.00 USD

A 2005 Bobcat S185 From Royal Auction Group, Inc. for Auction Pricing

A 2003 Bobcat S185 From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

A 2011 Bobcat S185 From McCoy Construction & Forestry for $14,000.00 USD

Our Main Office

Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200

About Us

Construction Equipment Guide covers the nation with its four regional newspapers, offering construction and industry news and information along with new and used construction equipment for sale from dealers in your area. Now we extend those services and information to the internet. Making it as easy as possible to find the news and equipment that you need and want.

Contents Copyrighted 2026, by Construction Equipment Guide, which is a Registered Trademark, registered in the U.S. Patent Office. Registration number 0957323. All rights reserved, nothing may be reprinted or reproduced (including framing) in whole or part without written permission from the publisher. All editorial material, photographs, drawings, letters, and other material will be treated as unconditionally assigned for publication and copyright purposes and are subject to Construction Equipment Guide’s unrestricted right to edit and comment editorially. Contributor articles do not necessarily reflect the policy or opinions of this publication.

Read our privacy policy here.
Mastodon