Bobcat Company introduces the 500 frame size skid-steer and compact track loaders.
Seven new machines provide operators with extensive feature upgrades, including
increased visibility, a more comfortable cab, and easier serviceability.
The 500 platform loaders include the S510, S530, S550, S570, and S590,
as well as the T550 and the T590.
The S510, S550 and T550 feature a radius lift path,
ideal for dumping over a wall, back filling, or loading flatbed trucks.
The S530, S570, S590 and T590 models feature a vertical lift path,
which provides the ability to lift heavier loads.
The M-Series vertical lift path machines feature an increased lift height over equivalent K-Series models.
The 500 frame size loaders feature a unique cab forward design that
moves the operator closer to the attachment and provides unmatched visibility in all directions.
The largest cab door opening on the market provides superior visibility to the cutting edge
of the bucket or the corners of an attachment. The cab door threshold has
been lowered, making it easier for operators to enter and exit the cab
while the height of the cab has actually been increased, providing additional
headroom but still keeping the overall machine size small enough to maneuver easily in tight spaces.
Windows on the sides and rear of the cab have also been increased in size
to provide more visibility. And the larger top window
makes it easier for the operator to see an attachment with the lift arms raised.
Bobcat increased the size of the 500 loader cab by 10% and redesigned
the interior to allow operators to adjust the environments to their individual preferences.
Bobcat 500 frame size loaders have a new best-in-class pressurized cab
with a new one-piece seal that goes all the way around the door
and fits into a special curved pocket. This minimizes the amount of dirt and dust
that might enter the cab, creating more enjoyable working conditions.
Noise is another factor affecting operator comfort.
Bobcat reduced the sound level of new loaders by installing new engine mounts,
which improve isolation and decrease vibration. Operators have the
choice between standard foot pedal hydraulic controls, the advanced control
system or ACS, or the selectable joystick controls or SJC. The standard foot pedals
control the lift and tilt through mechanical linkage.The optional ACS lets
the loader operator use a dash-mounted switch to instantly select between
advanced hand control or advanced foot control of lift and tilt functions.
The SJC has low effort control levers which can be operated in the ISO or H pattern.
They move up and down in conjunction with the seats to reduce arm movements
and operator fatigue, and they also slide forward or backward to adjust
to the preference of each individual operator. Operators want to spend minimal
time on routine maintenance. Simple checkpoints and superior design make it
easier to perform maintenance correctly, faster, and at proper intervals.
Keeping the loaders cool when working long hours is important in prolonging the service life of the machine.
That's why Bobcat designed the cooling system for increased efficiency and higher performance.
It's also easier to clean out. The oil cooler swings up and allows access to the radiator.
Hydraulic performance on M-Series loaders has been increased over previous models.
The hydraulic systems have been engineered for higher standard flow and pressure
and give attachments more power to work more quickly. Size, horsepower, and cubic inch displacement
are matched to the loader's rated operating capacity, balance,
and weight, producing a loader that can even outperform higher horsepower machines.
The skid-steer models offer a 2-speed feature, which boosts the maximum travel speed from 7.4 miles per hour to
11 miles per hour. The hydraulic bucket positioning option keeps the loader
bucket level as the lift arms travel upward, enabling operators to spill less and work faster.
The deluxe instrumentation panel offers better interaction and easy-to-read virtual sweep gauges, allowing the
operator to quickly read and understand the machines performance.
New job-enhancing features were also added. Now it can monitor key loader functions
and keyless start helps prevent theft.
The 500 frame size loaders incorporate superior performance
and operator comforts to replace the current K-Series models.
The new 500 frame size loaders are available now through Bobcat dealers nationwide.