Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5555?

The Bobcat CT5555 leads on engine hp at 55 hp hp, compared to 50.3 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4050.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5555?

The Bobcat CT5555 leads on pto hp at 43.1 hp hp, compared to 39.3 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4050.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5555?

The Bobcat CT5555 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 CT5555?

The Bobcat CT5555 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,177 lb lb, compared to 2,716 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4050.

Bobcat CT4050 vs Bobcat CT5555

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

Across 6 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT5555 leads 5 categories to 1. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4050 and Bobcat CT5555.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Bobcat CT4050	Bobcat CT5555
Engine HP (hp)	50.3 hp	▲ 55 hp
PTO HP (hp)	39.3 hp	▲ 43.1 hp
Loader Lift (lb)	1,795 lb	▲ 2,346 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,716 lb	▲ 3,177 lb
Lift Height (in)	104.6 in	—
Breakout Force (lbf)	4,136 lbf	—
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	16.5 gpm	▲ 17.8 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	▲ 18.5 mph	17.5 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Bobcat CT4050Bobcat CT5555

Engine HPhp

50.3 hp

▲55 hp

PTO HPhp

39.3 hp

▲43.1 hp

Weightlb

—

Loader Liftlb

1,795 lb

▲2,346 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,716 lb

▲3,177 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT4050	BobcatCT5555


PTO Power	39.3 hp	43.1 hp
Alternator	alternator	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Dry type, replaceable	Not Published
Engine Type	diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)	Not Published
Displacement	111.4 in³	111.4 in³
Engine Model	3FT-THL4-U	—
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2750 rpm
Cooling System Type	water cooled	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	Not Published
Engine Power (Gross)	50.3 hp	55 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Not Published

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Applicable
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Published

Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)	24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)

Pump Type	36.40	Not Published
Steering Flow	4.94 gpm 18.7 lpm	8.2 gpm
Implement Flow	9.62 gpm 36.4 lpm	9.6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	16.5 gpm [HST] / 16.5 gpm [SST]	17.8 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	open center	Not Published
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	36.40	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	16.5 gpm [HST] / 16.5 gpm [SST]	17.8 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2nd Pair Opt [HST] / 2 Pairs Opt [SST]	2
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 Pair Std (2nd Pair Opt) [HST] / Opt 2 Pairs [SST]	1

PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Position with Draft Control
Hitch Lift Capacity	2716 lb.	3,177 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional: 2119 rpm [HST] / - [SST]	Optional: 2,103 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,716 lb	3,177 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	44x18.0-20 R3	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	29x12.5-15NHS R3	Not Published
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	4.6 gal-24 R4	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5 (124 A2)	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	Not Published

Coolant Capacity	0.9 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	2 gal	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.9 gal	14.8 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.5 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.4 gal	Not Published

Loader 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.	2,346 lb

Clutch	Standard	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	8F X 8R [SST]	Not Applicable
Transmission Type	3-Range HST [HST] / 8F X 8R Synchro [SST]	Infinite, 3 Range Hydrostatic (Servo control valve with Electric sol.)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	18.5 mph (29.7 km/hr.) [HST] / 17.5 mph (28.2 km/hr.) [SST]	17.5 mph (28.2 km/hr)
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	12.9 mph (20.8 km/hr.) [HST] / 17.1 mph (27.5 km/hr.) [SST]	17.5 mph (28.2 km/hr)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Std

Brakes	Wet Multi-disc	Wet Multi-Disc
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Hydraulic multi disc Clutch	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	750.00 KG	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Std	Not Published

Wheelbase	71.2 in.	75.6 in
Overall Width	Ag Tires: 67.0 in. / Industrial Tires: 69.8 in. / Turf Tires: 72.2 in.	74.2 in
Ground Clearance	15.3 in.	13.0 in
Height to Top of ROPS	97.4 in.	Not Applicable
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	94.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Applicable
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	103.5 in.	117.6 in
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125.5 in.	139.6 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 CT4050 vs Bobcat CT5555: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5555?: The Bobcat CT5555 leads on engine hp at 55 hp hp, compared to 50.3 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4050.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5555?: The Bobcat CT5555 leads on pto hp at 43.1 hp hp, compared to 39.3 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4050.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4050 or the Bobcat CT5555?: The Bobcat CT5555 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 CT5555?: The Bobcat CT5555 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,177 lb lb, compared to 2,716 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4050.