A Closer Look At The Powerful Bobcat® Small Articulated Loaders.

A Closer Look At The Powerful Bobcat® Small Articulated Loaders.

Posted by Danielle Beserra on 11 May 2020

Tags: bobcat, heavy equipment, construction

Need something that encompasses the maneuverability of a stand-on or mini skid-steer with the lifting capability of a compact wheel loader? Meet the all-new Bobcat® small articulated loader. Bobcat released two models, the L23 and L28, both powered by 25 horse-powered engines while being compact and light enough for use on backyard turf, yet strong enough to do your heavy lifting. 

 ( Photo: courtesy of Bobcat® ) 

Performance Features & Advantage 

 The most notable feature of the loaders is the articulation joint that enables the rear tires to match the path of the front tires as they turn, resulting in superior maneuverability even in the most restricted areas. 

Both models offer High-Traction mode for better control over rough and slippery terrain or Turf-Safe mode, the best option to minimize ground disturbance. The optional traction assist switch enables you to momentarily override the automatic modes.

When it comes to the lifting features, these Small Articulated Loaders come with a telescoping lift arm that extends your lifting height. Combined with an innovative dual-cylinder design, your load will stay level as you move the bucket and handle materials up high.

From industry-leading cooling features to operational components, this machine has all you could wish for and more.

Attachments 

 Whether you need to handle dirt and snow, digging holes, doing brushwork, or moving pallets of materials, these two machines can use more than 30 attachments, allowing you to make the most out of your investment. Additionally, the Bobcat® small articulated loaders feature the Bob-Tach® attachment mounting system which allows you to use a variety of attachments. 

( Photo courtesy of Bobcat® ) 

Specs

The L23 weighs in at 3,790-lbs, is 43.2 inches (1.1 m) wide, and 78.1 in (1.9 m) tall with the optional cab. It features a 1,395-pound rated operating capacity, a 2,600-rpm, high-torque Tier 4 diesel engine. When using its hydrostatic four-wheel, drive it can travel at up to 8.2 mph. The machines' maximum reach is 16.8 in, and its bucket hinge pin height is 85.4 in.

The L28’s is a step up with its dual-cylinder telescoping boom arm giving it up to 30.9 in of reach and up to 104.3 in when the bucket hinge pin is extended. Additionally, the L28 is a bit stronger and wider, featuring a 1,534-lb ROC and 46.5-inch width. Weighing in at 4,195-lbs the machine is a bit faster, traveling up to 8.3 mph.

To increase your lift capacity by roughly 400lbs, both loaders have a standard integrated counterweight with optional counterweights.  

Comfort 

The Bobcat® Small Articulated loaders feature a spacious cab with more room for the operator and cross-ventilation windows to provide fresh airflow. Additionally, both models provide easy and intuitive controls like the variable flow control similar to skid-steer and compact track loaders instead of traditional mechanical controls.

Find out more about the Bobcat® Small Articulated Loaders or stop by one of our locations to see it in person. 

Information: Bobcat Equipment