Across 6 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 1 categories to the Bobcat CT4045, 1 to the Bobcat CT4545, 4 tied. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4045 and Bobcat CT4545 .
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Category Verdict Spec Bobcat CT4045 Bobcat CT4545 Engine HP (hp) 44.9 hp 44.9 hp PTO HP (hp) 32.8 hp 32.8 hp Loader Lift (lb) 1,795 lb ▲ 1,858 lb3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb) 2,716 lb 2,716 lb Lift Height (in) 104.6 in — Breakout Force (lbf) 4,136 lbf — Hydraulic Flow (gpm) 16.5 gpm 16.5 gpm Travel Speed (mph) ▲ 18.5 mph16.3 mph
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Spec Bobcat CT4045 Bobcat CT4545
▶ EnginePTO Power 32.8 hp 32.8 hp Alternator alternator Not Published Air Cleaner Not Published Not Published Engine Type Diesel Diesel Fuel System Common rail direct injection Not Published Displacement 111.4 in³ 109.8 in³ Engine Model Daedong 3F183T — No. of Cylinders 3 3 Rated Engine Speed 2600 rpm 2750 rpm Cooling System Type Not Published Not Published Engine Manufacturer Daedong Not Published Engine Power (Gross) 44.9 hp 44.9 hp Engine Emissions Constraints Tier 4 Not Published ▶ WeightWeight with ROPS and Loader Not Published Not Applicable Weight with Cab and Loader Not Applicable Not Published ▶ WarrantyWarranty Length & Coverage 24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first) 24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first) ▶ HydraulicsPump Type Open Center, Gear Not Published Steering Flow 4.94 gpm 18.7 lpm 6.9 gpm Implement Flow 9.6 gal/min (36.5 Lpm) 9.6 gpm Total Hydraulic Flow 16.5 gpm 16.5 gpm Hydraulic System Type open center Not Published Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow NOT FOUND Not Published Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow 16.5 gpm 16.5 gpm No. of Optional Remote Valves NOT FOUND 1 pair (optional) No. of Standard Remote Valves 1 Pair Std (2nd Pair Opt) 1 pair (standard) ▶ PTO & HitchPTO Rear 540 rpm 540 rpm PTO Type Independent Independent Lift Control Type Hydraulic Position Control System Hydraulic Position Control System Hitch Lift Capacity 2716 lb. 2,716 lb Mid-PTO Availability Optional: 2119 rpm Optional: 2,119 rpm Category, 3-Point Hitch Category 1 Category 1 Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”) 2,716 lb 2,716 lb ▶ Tire OptionsR3 Turf - Rear 44X18-20 Not Published R3 Turf - Front 29X12.5-15 Not Published Tire Size & Options Turf Tires, Industrial Tires, Agricultural Tires Not Published R4 Industrial - Rear NOT FOUND Not Published R4 Industrial - Front NOT FOUND Not Published R1 Agricultural - Rear 13.6-24 Not Published R1 Agricultural - Front 8-16 Not Published ▶ Fluid CapacityCoolant Capacity 6.7 (6.3) qts (L) Not Published Crankcase Capacity 6.4 (6.0) qts (L) Not Published Fuel Tank Capacity 12.7 gal. 11.9 gal Front Axle Fluid Capacity Not Published Not Published Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity Not Published Not Published ▶ Loader & AttachmentsLoader Model FL9 — Loader Lift Height 104.6 in. Not Published Loader Breakout Force 4136 lb. Not Published Quick Attach Loader System Standard Quick Attach Mounting System Not Published Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height) 1795 lb. 1,858 lb ▶ Transmission & DrivetrainClutch NOT FOUND — no source explicitly states clutch type (e.g., dry single-disc). SST requires clutch to shift gears; HST has no clutch pedal. Not Applicable No. of Speeds 8F X 8R Synchro Infinite (3-range HST) Transmission Type 3-Range HST 3-Range HST Max Travel Speed (Forward) 18.5 mph (29.7 km/hr.) 16.3 mph (26.2 km/hr) Max Travel Speed (Reverse) 12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.) 15.9 mph (25.5 km/hr) Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options Std Std ▶ Chassis, Steering & ControlsBrakes Wet Multi-disc Wet multi-disc Steering Hydrostatic Power Steering Hydrostatic power steering Frame Type 4x4 MFWD 4WD Not Published Front Axle Type NOT FOUND — no source explicitly labels a 'Front Axle Type' value for the CT4045 Not Published Drawbar Capacity NOT FOUND — no credible source reviewed lists an explicit drawbar capacity value for the CT4045 Not Published Front Axle Rating NOT FOUND — no source reviewed lists an explicit front axle rating (lb or kg) for the CT4045 Not Published Seat Suspension & Adjustability Suspension seat (standard); deluxe suspension seat available on select models - fully adjustable, foldable right-hand armrest Not Published ▶ Dimensions & ManeuverabilityWheelbase 71.2 in. 71.2 in Overall Width 67.0 in. 70.3 in Ground Clearance 15.3 in. 15.3 in Height to Top of ROPS 97.4 in. Not Applicable Height to Top of Cab Model NOT FOUND — no cab model variant of the CT4045 was found in any source reviewed; all sources describe an open ROPS station 94.3 in Height to Top of ROPS (folded) NOT FOUND — no source reviewed explicitly lists a folded ROPS height for the CT4045 Not Applicable Min. Turn Radius without Brakes 103.5 in. 116.1 in Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch 125.5 in. 125.5 in ▶ ITC Company AccessoriesAccessories that fit
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 has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4045 or the Bobcat CT4545? The Bobcat CT4545 leads on loader lift at 1,858 lb lb, compared to 1,795 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4045.
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). More Head-to-Heads
