Bobcat CT4050 vs Bobcat CT5550

Across 9 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT5550 leads 6 categories to 2 (1 tied). Machine pages: Bobcat CT4050 and Bobcat CT5550.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT4050	BobcatCT5550

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Daedong
Engine Model	3FT-TL4-U	3FT-TH4-U
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)	50.3 hp	50 hp
PTO Power	45.6 hp	38.9 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Not Published
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection (CRDI)	Not Published
Alternator	75 A, 12 V	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	9.6 gpm	9.6 gpm
Steering Flow	4.5 gpm	8.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	14.1 gpm	17.8 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	14.1 gpm	17.8 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None standard; 2 pairs optional	1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 pairs	2 pairs (2nd and 3rd pairs optional)
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.9 gal	14.8 gal
Coolant Capacity	3.5 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	7.8 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.4 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	5.9 qt	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Optional: 2103 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	3177 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2716 lb	3177 lb
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic position control	Position with draft control
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	8F x 8R synchro shuttle (SST)	3-Range E-HST (electronic hydrostatic)
No. of Speeds	HST: Infinite (3 ranges); SST: 8 forward, 8 reverse	Infinite forward and reverse
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.5 mph	17.5 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	17.1 mph	17.5 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	4WD with hydraulic multi-disc clutch engagement	Four-wheel drive (standard)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	1653 lb	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125.5 in	139.6 in
Overall Width	70.3 in	74.2 in
Wheelbase	71.2 in	75.6 in
Ground Clearance	15.3 in	13.0 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	103.5 in (with brake applied)	117.6 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)	94.2 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	3745 lb	4685 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)	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	13.6-24
R3 Turf - Front	29x12.5-15NHS	29-12.5-15
R3 Turf - Rear	44x18.0-20	21.5L-16.1
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	10-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	14.9-24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Standard quick attach mounting system	Front-end loader with standard quick attach mounting system
Loader Model	FL9	FL9-5
Loader Lift Height	103.2 in	108.6 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1795 lb	2346 lb
Loader Breakout Force	4136 lb	4524 lbf
▶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 CT4050 vs Bobcat CT5550: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5550?

The Bobcat CT4050 leads on engine hp at 50.3 hp hp, compared to 50 hp hp for the Bobcat CT5550.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5550?

The Bobcat CT4050 leads on pto hp at 45.6 hp hp, compared to 38.9 hp hp for the Bobcat CT5550.

Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5550?

The Bobcat CT5550 leads on weight at 4,685 lb lb, compared to 3,745 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4050.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5550?

The Bobcat CT5550 leads on loader lift at 2,346 lb lb, compared to 1,795 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4050.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5550?

The Bobcat CT5550 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,177 lb lb, compared to 2,716 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4050.

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