Bobcat CT4545 vs Case IH Farmall Compact 45C

Across 5 measurable specs, the Case IH Farmall Compact 45C leads 3 categories to 2. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4545 and Case IH Farmall Compact 45C.

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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	BobcatCT4545	Case IHFarmall Compact 45C

▶Engine
PTO Power	32.8 hp	38.2 hp
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Engine Type	Diesel	Diesel, naturally aspirated
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
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)	44.9 hp	45 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
▶Weight
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Applicable	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	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	6.9 gpm	Not Published
Implement Flow	9.6 gpm	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	1 pair (optional)	Non-cab: 2
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 pair (standard)	Cab: 2; Non-cab: 1
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Not Published
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Mechanical Draft Control (MDC)
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,716 lb	2,756 lb @ 24 in behind pin
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional: 2,119 rpm	Optional mid-PTO, 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 (Cab); 10.5 gal (Non-cab)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	Not Published	112 in
Loader Breakout Force	Not Published	3,114 lb
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	L360A
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,858 lb	1,830 lb
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Not Applicable	Dry clutch
No. of Speeds	Infinite (3-range HST)	16F/16R (mechanical shuttle); optional 3-range hydrostatic
Transmission Type	3-Range HST	16x16 mechanical shuttle with synchro shift (dry clutch) (standard); optional 3-range hydrostatic
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.3 mph (26.2 km/hr)	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.9 mph (25.5 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	MFD
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	71.2 in	73.2 in
Overall Width	70.3 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	15.3 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Applicable	97.1 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	94.3 in	93.3 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Applicable	78.6 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	116.1 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 CT4545 vs Case IH Farmall Compact 45C: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4545 or the Case IH Farmall Compact 45C?

The Case IH Farmall Compact 45C leads on engine hp at 45 hp hp, compared to 44.9 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4545.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4545 or the Case IH Farmall Compact 45C?

The Case IH Farmall Compact 45C leads on pto hp at 38.2 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4545.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4545 or the Case IH Farmall Compact 45C?

The Bobcat CT4545 leads on loader lift at 1,858 lb lb, compared to 1,830 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall Compact 45C.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4545 or the Case IH Farmall Compact 45C?

The Case IH Farmall Compact 45C leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,756 lb lb, compared to 2,716 lb lb for the Bobcat CT4545.

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