Bobcat CT4055 vs Case IH Farmall Compact 55C

Across 7 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 3 categories to the Bobcat CT4055, 3 to the Case IH Farmall Compact 55C, 1 tied. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4055 and Case IH Farmall Compact 55C.

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Category Verdict

Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT4055	Case IHFarmall Compact 55C

▶Engine
PTO Power	49.6 hp	46.7 hp
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Engine Type	Diesel	Diesel, turbocharged
Fuel System	Not Published	Common Rail Direct Injection
Displacement	109.8 in³	115.9 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2750 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Not Published	Not Published
Engine Manufacturer	Not Published	Not Published
Engine Power (Gross)	55 hp	55 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Published
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	24 months / 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first)	Not Published
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	Not Published	8.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	16.5 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	16.5 gpm	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 pairs (optional)	Cab: Not offered; Non-cab: 2
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Cab: 2; Non-cab: 1
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Rear: Independent, electro-hydraulic engagement
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Mechanical Draft Control (MDC)
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,716 lb	Not Published
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Applicable	Optional @ 2,000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,716 lb	2,756 lb @ 24 in behind pin
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	Not Published
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.9 gal	12.4 gal / 10.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	104.6 in	112 in
Loader Breakout Force	4,136 lb	3,114 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Compatible with L360A loader (quick-attach)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,795 lb	1,830 lb
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Not Published	Dry clutch (mechanical shuttle)
No. of Speeds	8F X 8R Synchro	16F/16R (Mechanical); Hydrostatic: 3 ranges
Transmission Type	Manual 8x8 synchro	16x16 mechanical shuttle w/ synchro shift (dry clutch); optional 3-range hydrostatic
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.5 mph (28.2 km/hr)	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	17.1 mph (27.1 km/hr)	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Mechanical differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Not Published
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Mechanical Front Drive (MFD)
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Adjustable suspension seat
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	71.2 in	73.2 in
Overall Width	69.8 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	15.3 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	97.4 in	97.1 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Applicable	93.3 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	78.6 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	103.5 in	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125.5 in	128.1 in
▶ITC Company Accessories
Accessories that fit	Brush Guard Side Guards $200.00 Bolt onto the side of the OEM guard and offers wrap around protection	None tagged yet

Bobcat CT4055 vs Case IH Farmall Compact 55C: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4055 or the Case IH Farmall Compact 55C?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 55 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4055 or the Case IH Farmall Compact 55C?

The Bobcat CT4055 leads on pto hp at 49.6 hp hp, compared to 46.7 hp hp for the Case IH Farmall Compact 55C.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4055 or the Case IH Farmall Compact 55C?

The Case IH Farmall Compact 55C leads on loader lift at 1,830 lb lb, compared to 1,795 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4055.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4055 or the Case IH Farmall Compact 55C?

The Case IH Farmall Compact 55C leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,756 lb lb, compared to 2,716 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4055.

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