Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 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 CT2540.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Bobcat CT4045?

The Bobcat CT2540 leads on pto hp at 33 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 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 CT2540.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 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 CT2540.

Bobcat CT2540 vs Bobcat CT4045

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT4045 leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Bobcat CT2540 and Bobcat CT4045.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT2540	Bobcat CT4045
Engine HP (hp)	39.6 hp	▲ 44.9 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 33 hp	32.8 hp
Weight (lb)	3,585 lb	—
Loader Lift (lb)	1,389 lb	▲ 1,795 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	1,631 lb	▲ 2,716 lb
Lift Height (in)	100 in	▲ 104.6 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,838 lbf	▲ 4,136 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.3 gpm	▲ 16.5 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	15.8 mph	▲ 18.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT2540Bobcat CT4045

Engine HPhp

39.6 hp

▲44.9 hp

PTO HPhp

▲33 hp

32.8 hp

Weightlb

3,585 lb

—

Loader Liftlb

1,389 lb

▲1,795 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

1,631 lb

▲2,716 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT2540	BobcatCT4045


PTO Power	33 hp	32.8 hp
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	alternator
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Not Published
Engine Type	3 cylinder, water cooled, 4 cycle, Vertical In-Line Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Common rail direct injection
Displacement	109.8 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	Water cooled	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Daedong
Engine Power (Gross)	39.6 hp	44.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Stage V	Tier 4

Weight with ROPS and Loader	3585 lbs	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	3,642 lb	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months of coverage from defects in material and workmanship or 1,500 hours of usage (whichever occurs first)	24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)

Pump Type	Gear	Open Center, Gear
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	4.94 gpm 18.7 lpm
Implement Flow	6.9 gpm	9.6 gal/min (36.5 Lpm)
Total Hydraulic Flow	11.3 gpm	16.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open Center	open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a separate 'Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow' figure for the CT2540. Sources only report total Implement Pump Flow of 11.7 gpm (44.5 Lpm).	NOT FOUND
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	11.7 gpm (44.5 Lpm)	16.5 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a count of optional remote valves for the CT2540. The spec sheet at tractorgearbox.com lists 'Number of Standard Remote Valves: 1/2' only.	NOT FOUND
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Std. (4 port)	1 Pair Std (2nd Pair Opt)

PTO Rear	540/540E RPM	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Position	Hydraulic Position Control System
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,270.7 lb	2716 lb.
Mid-PTO Availability	2000.0 RPM	Optional: 2119 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	1,631 lb	2,716 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.0-20 R3	44X18-20
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.5-15 R3	29X12.5-15
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	Turf Tires, Industrial Tires, Agricultural Tires
R4 Industrial - Rear	15-19.5 R4	NOT FOUND
R4 Industrial - Front	25x8.5-14 R4	NOT FOUND
R1 Agricultural - Rear	11.4-24 R1	13.6-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-16 R1	8-16

Coolant Capacity	NOT FOUND — field label present in source but numeric value is truncated/missing in all retrieved results	6.7 (6.3) qts (L)
Crankcase Capacity	6.4 qts	6.4 (6.0) qts (L)
Fuel Tank Capacity	9 gal	12.7 gal.
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	NOT FOUND — no explicit value located in any source	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	NOT FOUND — no explicit fill capacity value located in any source	Not Published

Loader Model	Bobcat FL8	FL9
Loader Lift Height	100 in	104.6 in.
Loader Breakout Force	2838 lbs	4136 lb.
Quick Attach Loader System	NOT FOUND — no CT2540-specific quick attach system name/model explicitly stated in any source reviewed	Standard Quick Attach Mounting System
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1389 lbs	1795 lb.

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	3 range	8F X 8R Synchro
Transmission Type	HST, 3 range	3-Range HST
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	15.8 mph	18.5 mph (29.7 km/hr.)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	10.9 mph	12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear Std.	Std

Brakes	Wet disc type	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	Textile Suspension Seat, w/retractable seat belt	Suspension seat (standard); deluxe suspension seat available on select models - fully adjustable, foldable right-hand armrest

Wheelbase	92.6 in	71.2 in.
Overall Width	56.0 in	67.0 in.
Ground Clearance	13 in	15.3 in.
Height to Top of ROPS	NOT FOUND	97.4 in.
Height to Top of Cab Model	91.7 in	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	137.3 in	125.5 in.

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 CT2540 vs Bobcat CT4045: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 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 CT2540.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT2540 or the Bobcat CT4045?: The Bobcat CT2540 leads on pto hp at 33 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4045.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 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 CT2540.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT2540 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 CT2540.