Bobcat CT4045 vs Bobcat CT4545

Across 9 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 1 categories to the Bobcat CT4045, 1 to the Bobcat CT4545, 7 tied. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4045 and Bobcat CT4545.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT4045	BobcatCT4545

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Daedong
Engine Model	3FT-TL4	3HT-TM4B
Engine Type	Turbocharged diesel	Turbocharged diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	111.4 in³	111.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2750 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	44.9 hp	44.9 hp
PTO Power	32.8 hp	32.8 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	9.6 gpm	9.6 gpm
Steering Flow	6.9 gpm	6.9 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	HST: 16.5 gpm; SST: 14.1 gpm	16.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	HST: 16.5 gpm; SST: 14.1 gpm	16.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	HST: 1 pair	1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	HST: 1 pair (2nd pair optional); SST: 2 pairs	1 pair (2nd pair optional)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	HST: 12.7 gal; SST: 11.9 gal	11.9 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	HST: Optional, 2119 rpm	Optional: 2119 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	2716 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2716 lb	2716 lb
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic position control	Hydraulic Position Control System
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic (HST), 3-range	3-Range HST
No. of Speeds	HST: Infinite (3 ranges); SST: 8 forward, 8 reverse	Infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	HST: 18.5 mph; SST: 17.5 mph	18.0 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	HST: 12.9 mph; SST: 17.1 mph	12.6 mph
Clutch	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock, standard	Rear differential lock (standard)
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Wet multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable seat (standard)	Adjustable seat (standard)
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Four-wheel drive (standard)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125.5 in	125.5 in
Overall Width	70.3 in	70.3 in
Wheelbase	71.2 in	71.2 in
Ground Clearance	15.3 in	15.3 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	103.5 in (with brake applied)	116.1 in (with brake applied)
Height to Top of ROPS	97.4 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	n/a (open-station ROPS model)	94.3 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3745 lb	4300 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	n/a (open-station ROPS model)	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	Agricultural (R1), Turf (R3), Industrial (R4)	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	13.6-24
R3 Turf - Front	29X12.5-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	44X18-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard quick attach mounting system	Front-end loader with standard quick attach mounting system
Loader Model	FL9	FL9
Loader Lift Height	103.2 in	103.2 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1795 lb	1795 lb
Loader Breakout Force	4136 lb	FL9: 4,136 lb
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months or 1,500 hours, whichever occurs first (defects in material and workmanship)	24 months or 1500 hours (whichever occurs first); powertrain 48 months (consumer use) or 36 months / 2000 hours (business use)
▶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

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Bobcat CT4045 vs Bobcat CT4545: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Bobcat CT4545?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 44.9 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Bobcat CT4545?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 32.8 hp hp for pto hp.

Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Bobcat CT4545?

The Bobcat CT4545 leads on weight at 4,300 lb lb, compared to 3,745 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4045.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Bobcat CT4545?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 1,795 lb lb for loader lift.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Bobcat CT4545?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 2,716 lb lb for 3-pt lift (24 in).

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