✅ Bobcat Toolcat vs Skid Steer vs UTV Comparison

✅ Bobcat Toolcat vs Skid Steer vs UTV Comparison - Which is better?

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3 жыл бұрын

Here I compare my findings/opinion on some key differences between these machines. I've owned a Polaris RZR 900, Bobcat S185 Skid Loader and most recently a Bobcat Toolcat 5600. I go over the specs, how much can they lift, how fast they go, driver comfort, what they are good at, etc. I reference the current Bobcat S570 specs for some of the comparison. Overall for a homeowner with mowing, snow plowing, firewood/tree clearing and general "farm" chores I find the Toolcat to excel and the key advantage over almost all other machines of similar capability is the ability to carry a passenger(s). Its basically a two seat tractor (especially the Toolcat 5610 version with rear 3-point and PTO).
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@doylerabjohn3435 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I am looking at getting something besides my tractor to help me with my 4 arces, this helps

@jonyancik6682 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to produce these great videos of the Toolcat. I have always been a Kubota tractor guy, however they and all others don't offer anything close to this machine. Because of your videos I made the decision in buying a new one from the local Bobcat dealer. Thanks again.

@NaterTater Жыл бұрын

Awesome! They are great and yes very unique machines.

@gkcamden9050 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison

@NaterTater 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick!

@jbfranchuk 3 жыл бұрын

I am trying to figure out what equipment will fit most of my needs and your videos are a HUGE help. There are very few videos on the pros and cons of the Toolcat so thank you! I'm looking for something that can mow, grade driveways, plow, fencing, and lift 2000 lb totes of waste oil. Your video states that it should be able to lift 3000 lbs but is there any chance you can make a video showing its actual lifting capabilities? If I saw that this could lift a full IBC tote I would buy one tomorrow! Thanks again for providing a great resource on the Toolcats. They are a really cool machine and deserve the attention.

@NaterTater 3 жыл бұрын

Some customers have measured the lifting force, def right at 3k lbs. I have also lifted several logs that calculate (species, dia x length) right at 3k lbs and it barely does them (picking up rear with no counter weight). I will probably do a "how much can a toolcat lift" video soon but i dont have an IBC tote to demo.

@NaterTater 3 жыл бұрын

But I'll bet money a 2009+ toolcat can lift the 2k lb waste oil IBC tote you speak of.

@NaterTater 3 жыл бұрын

J Franchuk, here's a video "just" for you... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gbd-acRym6vIhI0.html

@kylemugits1940 2 жыл бұрын

Cat inside the cab noisy inside can you hear the radio is there a beeping sound on it when you back up if there is can you disconnect it say if you wanted to have your dog ride with you so you don't have to listen to the beeping sound I was wondering if you can make a video cuz I'm thinking about buying one with the 3-point hitch on the back in the attachments on the front are they easy to hook up

@didodimitrov27 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video

@NaterTater 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@drivenbymegawats7403 3 жыл бұрын

what year is your used toolcat 5600? Is there a certain year and newer I should look for ?

@NaterTater 3 жыл бұрын

Mine is a 2016, see my used buying advice video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/maqfotWmrtnVeoU.html

@chantallevesque58 3 жыл бұрын

about hydrolique in front like know each hose use for...

@NaterTater 3 жыл бұрын

The Toolcat comes with three hydraulic quick coupling up front. One is supply, one is return and the 3rd smaller one is a case drain which some attachments need. The 4th round thing you see is actually the electrical connector for attachments that have multifunction hydraulics (like snowblowers, stump grinders, etc)

@bigbearhungry983 2 жыл бұрын

I'm looking at the BobCat CT2535 and the BobCat ToolCat. I'll be honest, I see either one for what I need. I also live in Northern Michigan and get a lot of snow. I get what's called Lake Effect everyday. I guess my question is does the ToolCat have the power to snow blow deep snow? I will be using what ever I get only for snow blowing. I live on hills and have no flat land any where to use any of these except my drive which is also a hill.

@NaterTater 2 жыл бұрын

The toolcat has 25 more HP and 2500lbs more weight than the CT2535. So the toolcat will easily outpower and outlift it. Many use toolcats for deep snow blowing. Get one with traction contol (2014+).

@stevenandrews6627 3 жыл бұрын

👍

@DonnieDarko727 7 ай бұрын

Great info. Do you have a tractor also or just this?

@NaterTater 7 ай бұрын

Just this! I lived on a farm in Georgia and my parents have 3 tractors though, 1 series JD, Zetor and a 4 series JD.

@johnlundgren5085 Жыл бұрын

Well after watching this video and finding out how much a tool cat costs, I think I'm going to look for a used 1,or even better just get a skid steer, now I live in Saint Joseph Michigan and so far this year we might have gotten 5 inches so far for the year and it was all wet snow, I'm not a big fan of a plow or snowblower. But I do love the Power Broom because it will clean all the way down to the ground that way I don't have to spread salt?. Now my only question is how do I get trained on the use of a skid steer. Can't find any classes in how to drive it. Or is it just trial and error????.

@holland3g1 8 ай бұрын

they are pretty easy, a few quick tip videos and some trial and error and you will be away and running in no time.

@GenAfterNextTactics Жыл бұрын

You look like Gary Sanise’s brother.

@Navigator777777 2 жыл бұрын

I chatted with a snowblower company in Northern Calif. They use the toolcat 5600 for snow blowing communities high in the CA Mountains. They claim their secret is a 1" plate steel secured to the bed of the 5600. Loosing 1" in the bed thickness means nothing to them. The hydraulics lifts it, no problem. They say they've locked in the plow market for snow blowing because the customers love the lack of mess and no snow berms. I've done a lot of plowing but no blowing. What's the definitive moment when a blower is the preferred tool?

@NaterTater 2 жыл бұрын

For me in SE Michigan we typically get 2-4in at a time. A few 6-12in storms but rarely more than that in a day. In my opinion below 6-8in is better for a plow since its faster. Above that and a blower wins. If money was no object I'd have both but since we get way more 2-4in snows the plow is the easy choice for me.