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Bobcat S550 skid steer loader is a compact, radial-lift machine designed for construction, landscaping, agriculture, and material handling. It is part of Bobcat's M-Series lineup and is commonly used for loading, grading, digging, and attachment work in confined spaces. The S550 features a vertical operator layout, hydraulic attachment capability, and a compact footprint for maneuverability on job sites. It is compatible with a wide range of Bobcat attachments, including buckets, augers, trenchers, and pallet forks. The model is recognized for its balance of lift performance, versatility, and service access in a mid-frame skid steer loader package.
| ENGINE POWER | 61.00 hp (45.49 kw) - Starting 2019 |
|---|---|
| OPERATING LOAD | 1,750.00 lbs (793.79 kg) - Starting 2019 |
| OPERATING WIDTH | 64.70 in (164.34 cm) - Starting 2019 |
| RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (50%) | 1,750.00 lbs (793.79 kg) - Starting 2020 |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% | 1,750 (794) - Starting 2021 |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.24 ft (2.21 m) |
|---|---|
| Ground Clearance | 7.29 in (18.52 cm) |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.47 ft (1.97 m) |
| Length W/O Bucket | 8.72 ft (2.66 m) |
| Length With Bucket | 11.09 ft (3.38 m) |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 17.01 in (43.21 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 3.55 ft (1.08 m) |
| Width Over Tires | 5.40 ft (1.65 m) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged |
|---|---|
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Emission Tier Level | Tier 4 |
| Fuel Type | Turbo Diesel |
| Gross Power | 61.00 hp (45.49 kw) |
| Main Pump Flow Optional | 26.70 gpm (101.06 lpm) |
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| Main Pump Flow Standard | 17.10 gpm (64.72 lpm) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3500 psi |
| Bucket Width | 68.00 in (172.72 cm) |
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| Height To Hinge Pin | 9.60 ft (2.93 m) |
| Loader Series | M2-Series |
| Operating Load Rating | 1,750.00 lbs (793.79 kg) |
| Tipping Angle | 3501 degrees |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.70 gal (93.49 l) |
|---|---|
| Lift Arm Path | Radius |
| Max Speed | 7.40 mph (11.91 kph) |
| Operational Weight | 6,212.70 lbs (2,818.04 kg) |
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