Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs Bobcat CT4045

Across 8 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 4 categories to the Bad Boy Tractors 5045, 4 to the Bobcat CT4045. Machine pages: Bad Boy Tractors 5045 and Bobcat CT4045.

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	Bad Boy Tractors5045	BobcatCT4045

▶Engine
PTO Power	38.4 hp	32.8 hp
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	alternator
Air Cleaner	Dry Element	Not Published
Engine Type	4 Cylinder Diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	Not Published	Common rail direct injection
Displacement	139.5 in³	111.4 in³
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Liquid Cooled	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	A2300N3, A2300T11, A2300N2, A2300T3	Daedong
Engine Power (Gross)	48 hp	44.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Engine Model	—	Daedong 3F183T
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	4,349 lbs Cabin; 3,831-3,836 lbs (1,738-3,836 lb) ROPS	—
Weight with ROPS and Loader	5045S: 3,831 lb (tractor only); 5045H: 3,836 lb (tractor only)	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year powertrain warranty	24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Open Center, Gear
Steering Flow	5.0 gpm	4.94 gpm 18.7 lpm
Implement Flow	5045S: 11.4 gpm; 5045H: 10.7 gpm	9.6 gal/min (36.5 Lpm)
Total Hydraulic Flow	5045S: 16.4 gpm; 5045H: 15.7 gpm	16.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	NOT FOUND
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	5045S: 16.4 gpm; 5045H: 15.7 gpm	16.5 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	NOT FOUND
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1 Pair Std (2nd Pair Opt)
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 / 540E rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Hydraulic Position Control System
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,306 lb	2716 lb.
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Optional: 2119 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,425 lb	2,716 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	44X18-20
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	29X12.5-15
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural	Turf Tires, Industrial Tires, Agricultural Tires
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	NOT FOUND
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	NOT FOUND
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-26	13.6-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	8-16
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	1.56 gal Cabin; 2.08 gal ROPS	6.7 (6.3) qts (L)
Crankcase Capacity	1.20 gal	6.4 (6.0) qts (L)
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 gal	12.7 gal.
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.90 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.04 gal	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	107.7 in (pivot pin)	104.6 in.
Loader Breakout Force	3,660 lb	4136 lb.
Quick Attach Loader System	SSQA	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,701 lb	1795 lb.
Loader Model	—	FL9
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Not Published	NOT FOUND — no source explicitly states clutch type (e.g., dry single-disc). SST requires clutch to shift gears; HST has no clutch pedal.
No. of Speeds	5045S: 16F/16R; 5045H: 4-range	8F X 8R Synchro
Transmission Type	Synchromesh / HST	3-Range HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.0 mph	18.5 mph (29.7 km/hr.)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock	Std
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet, Multi-disc	Wet Multi-disc
Steering	Power steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Frame Type	Compact utility tractor, 4WD	4x4 MFWD 4WD
Front Axle Type	Not Published	NOT FOUND — no source explicitly labels a 'Front Axle Type' value for the CT4045
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	NOT FOUND — no credible source reviewed lists an explicit drawbar capacity value for the CT4045
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed lists an explicit front axle rating (lb or kg) for the CT4045
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Deluxe suspension seat	Suspension seat (standard); deluxe suspension seat available on select models - fully adjustable, foldable right-hand armrest
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	71.1 in.	71.2 in.
Overall Width	64.9 in.	67.0 in.
Overall Length	127.4 in.	—
Ground Clearance	15.5 in.	15.3 in.
Height to Top of ROPS	97.0 in. Cabin; 98.4 in. ROPS	97.4 in.
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	NOT FOUND — no cab model variant of the CT4045 was found in any source reviewed; all sources describe an open ROPS station
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a folded ROPS height for the CT4045
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	103.5 in.
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	127.4 in	125.5 in.
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection Branson TYM 15/20 Series--Bad Boy 40/50 Series Brush Screen $250.00	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection

Bad Boy Tractors 5045 vs Bobcat CT4045: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on engine hp at 48 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on pto hp at 38.4 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bad Boy Tractors 5045 leads on loader lift at 2,701 lb lb, compared to 1,795 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bad Boy Tractors 5045 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bobcat CT4045 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,716 lb lb, compared to 2,425 lb lb for the Bad Boy Tractors 5045.

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