Bobcat CT2040 vs Bobcat CT4045

Across 8 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT4045 leads 8 categories to 0. Machine pages: Bobcat CT2040 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	BobcatCT2040	BobcatCT4045

▶Engine
PTO Power	31.9 hp	32.8 hp
Alternator	alternator	alternator
Air Cleaner	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly states an air cleaner type for the CT2040	Not Published
Engine Type	Diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	Common rail direct injection
Displacement	111.4 in³	111.4 in³
Engine Model	Daedong 0.5 gal 3-cyl diesel	Daedong 3F183T
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	liquid-cooling	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Daedong
Engine Power (Gross)	39.6 hp	44.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Stage V	Tier 4
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)	24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Gear	Open Center, Gear
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	4.94 gpm 18.7 lpm
Implement Flow	11.7 gpm 44.3 lpm	9.6 gal/min (36.5 Lpm)
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.4 gpm	16.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Optional	NOT FOUND
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.4 gpm	16.5 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	NOT FOUND	NOT FOUND
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1/2	1 Pair Std (2nd Pair Opt)
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Live	Independent
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Hydraulic Position Control System
Hitch Lift Capacity	1631 lb.	2716 lb.
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional: 1988 rpm	Optional: 2119 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,631 lb	2,716 lb
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	41 x 14-20/4	44X18-20
R3 Turf - Front	28 x 8.5-15/6	29X12.5-15
Tire Size & Options	Front AG. (TURF, INDUSTRIAL) 7-16 (28 x 8.5-15/6, 27X8.5-15) | Rear AG. (TURF, INDUSTRIAL) 11.2-24 (41 x 14-20/4, 15-19.5)	Turf Tires, Industrial Tires, Agricultural Tires
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5	NOT FOUND
R4 Industrial - Front	27X8.5-15	NOT FOUND
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.2-24	13.6-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-16	8-16
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	6.7 (6.3) qts (L)
Crankcase Capacity	6.4 qts	6.4 (6.0) qts (L)
Fuel Tank Capacity	9.0 gal.	12.7 gal.
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Model	FL8	FL9
Loader Lift Height	99.6 in.	104.6 in.
Loader Breakout Force	3285 lb.	4136 lb.
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1389 lb.	1795 lb.
▶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	9-speed	8F X 8R Synchro
Transmission Type	3-Range HST	3-Range HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	14.4 mph (23.1 km/hr.)	18.5 mph (29.7 km/hr.)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.)	12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Std
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Wet Multi-disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering
Frame Type	Not Published	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	Std	Suspension seat (standard); deluxe suspension seat available on select models - fully adjustable, foldable right-hand armrest
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	65.7 in.	71.2 in.
Overall Width	63.4 in.	67.0 in.
Ground Clearance	11.5 in.	15.3 in.
Height to Top of ROPS	91.5 in.	97.4 in.
Height to Top of Cab Model	NOT FOUND	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 FOUND	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a folded ROPS height for the CT4045
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	96.5 in.	103.5 in.
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	120.9 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	Brush Guard Side Guards $199.99 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection

Bobcat CT2040 vs Bobcat CT4045: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT2040 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bobcat CT4045 leads on engine hp at 44.9 hp hp, compared to 39.6 hp hp for the Bobcat CT2040.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT2040 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bobcat CT4045 leads on pto hp at 32.8 hp hp, compared to 31.9 hp hp for the Bobcat CT2040.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2040 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bobcat CT4045 leads on loader lift at 1,795 lb lb, compared to 1,389 lb lb for the Bobcat CT2040.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2040 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bobcat CT4045 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,716 lb lb, compared to 1,631 lb lb for the Bobcat CT2040.

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