How can you tell the age of a Bobcat?

The Bobcat can have its age determined by calling in the serial number to Bobcat. A representative will take this information, then tell you what year your Bobcat was manufactured.

How do you tell the age of a Bobcat by the serial number?

You can call a Bobcat representative, give them the Bobcat serial number and they will be able to tell you the exact model and year of the machinery. What is this? You can phone 800-743-4340 to speak to a Bobcat representative, or you can fill in the customer service form on the Bobcat website. That's it!

What do the numbers on a Bobcat mean?

The M-Series uses a numbering system new to the Bobcat product offering. After the S and T designations for skid steers and track loaders, respectively, the first number designates the frame size, and the remaining numbers indicate performance based on a cross-section of factors.

Do Bobcats have VIN numbers?

Serial numbers are located in various locations on Bobcat® equipment, as shown in the Operation & Maintenance Manual. If you are unable find the serial number for your machine, contact your local Bobcat dealer for assistance.

What year is a 753 Bobcat?

Bobcat 753 G Specifications & Technical Data (1999-2003)

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What year is a Bobcat 763?

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What year is a Bobcat 773?

1999 - 2001

The 773 loader became the most popular of its era and the 773 Turbo 500K edition from 2001 celebrated the half-milionth Bobcat loader production milestone.

How do I know what year my Bobcat skid steer is?

For information on the year of manufacture of your Bobcat product, you may use the online Service Issues Form or call Customer Service at 800-743-4340.

Where's the VIN number on a Bobcat?

VIN Number Location: On smaller models, on the left side at the rear, under the left support arm, same as Caterpillar. On larger machines on the left (highway) side behind the cab towards the rear of machine under the left lift arm.

How do I look up a VIN number?

You can get a free VIN check at the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), VehicleHistory.com or iSeeCars.com/VIN. Just pop in your car's digits and these sites will do the VIN lookup and give you information on the vehicle.

What year is a Bobcat 743?

Because the old 743 was so popular, it was “de-featured” in 1991 after the next generation 753 was launched, and given the 743B model designation.

Do Bobcats have titles?

In our industry, we refer to this type of equipment as, “non-titled equipment.” As you may already know, most construction equipment like excavators, bulldozers, and skid steers do not have titles.

What year is a Bobcat 853?

Bobcat 853 Specifications & Technical Data (1995-1996)

What year is a Bobcat 873?

Bobcat 873 F Specifications & Technical Data (1995-1999)

What years was the Bobcat 863 made?

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Are serial numbers?

A serial number (SN) is a number assigned to each individual product in order to distinguish that product from all others. The serial number is sometimes used only for warranty control and sometimes used for both warranty control and for version control.

When did Bobcat stop using Kubota engines?

Engine and Transmission

Bobcat first used Kubota engines before switching to Tier IV Doosan engines in 2015.

What is AG Series Bobcat?

The new Bobcat G-series skid steer loader cab design was developed from global operator input. Since the first G-series roll-out in the fall of 1999, operators have confirmed that the G-series does indeed offer a more comfortable, operator-friendly cab. Cab Features Make. Difference on the Job Site.

How do I know if my Bobcat is high flow?

Bobcat doesn't make it very obvious, other than a little sticker on some machines. If you can run it, push the high flow button and if it lights up, it has it, if not it's probably standard flow.

Is a Bobcat 773 good?

773 is a GOOD machine. If steering is loose it is pretty cheap and easy to rebuild yourself. Depending on the use, 2000 hours is just getting broken in nice. Check pins and bushings to see how they serviced it.

How much weight can a 773 Bobcat lift?

The Bobcat 773 G-Series loader offers a wide range of operator-friendly features and exciting value- added options. Plenty of muscle, too. The impressive 1,750-lb. rated operating capacity and 118.2 in.