Bobcat CT4545 vs John Deere 3046R

Across 6 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT4545 leads 4 categories to 2. Machine pages: Bobcat CT4545 and John Deere 3046R.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT4545	John Deere3046R

▶Engine
PTO Power	32.8 hp	36.6 hp
Alternator	Not Published	75 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dry type with safety element (dual element)
Engine Type	Diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	Not Published	High pressure common rail direct injection (HPCR)
Displacement	109.8 in³	97.6 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2750 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Not Published	Liquid (water pump)
Engine Manufacturer	Not Published	Yanmar
Engine Power (Gross)	44.9 hp	44.7 hp @ 600 rpm
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)	6-year/2,000-hour powertrain; 2-year/2,000-hour basic (full machine)
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	PV axial piston (hydrostatic pump); dual gear (implement and steering pump)
Steering Flow	6.9 gpm	5.9 gpm
Implement Flow	9.6 gpm	8.6 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	16.5 gpm	14.4 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	16.5 gpm	14.4 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 pair (optional)	Up to 6 rear remotes
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 pair (standard)	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
PTO Type	Independent	Independent
Lift Control Type	Hydraulic Position Control System	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,716 lb	2,530 lb at hitch ball
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional: 2,119 rpm	Optional (2100 rpm)
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category 1	Limited Category 1
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,716 lb	2,194 lb at 24 in behind link arms
▶Tire Options
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	41X14-20
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	27X8.50-15
Tire Size & Options	Not Published	R1 Bar, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	15-19.5 or 43X16-20
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	25X8.5-14 or 27X8.5-15
R1 Agricultural - Rear	Not Published	11.2-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	Not Published	7-14
▶Fluid Capacity
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Open station (OOS): 1.4 gal; Cab: 1.9 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	1.5 gal (with filter)
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.9 gal	Open station (OOS): 13.5 gal; Cab: 11.8 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	1.3 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	6.8 gal
▶Loader & Attachments
Loader Lift Height	Not Published	90 in
Loader Breakout Force	Not Published	2,855 lb at pivot; 2,032 lb @ 19.7 in
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	Quik-Park mounting system
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	1,858 lb	1,360 lb at pivot; 999 lb @ 19.7 in ahead of pivot
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Clutch	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
No. of Speeds	Infinite (3-range HST)	Infinite / 3 range
Transmission Type	3-Range HST	3-range hydrostatic (eHydro)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.3 mph (26.2 km/hr)	18.50 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.9 mph (25.5 km/hr)	18.50 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Std	Differential lock; Limited slip differential
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Wet disk
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Hydrostatic power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD)
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	3,196 lb
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Scissor-link suspension seat; adjustable
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Wheelbase	71.2 in	68.0 in
Overall Width	70.3 in	69.1 in
Ground Clearance	15.3 in	12.2 in (front axle clearance)
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Applicable	93.3 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	94.3 in	85.0 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Applicable	72.0 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	116.1 in	9.2 ft (2.8 m)
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	125.5 in	120.2 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 John Deere 3046R: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT4545 or the John Deere 3046R?

The Bobcat CT4545 leads on engine hp at 44.9 hp hp, compared to 44.7 hp hp for the John Deere 3046R.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT4545 or the John Deere 3046R?

The John Deere 3046R leads on pto hp at 36.6 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Bobcat CT4545.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4545 or the John Deere 3046R?

The Bobcat CT4545 leads on loader lift at 1,858 lb lb, compared to 1,360 lb lb for the John Deere 3046R.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT4545 or the John Deere 3046R?

The Bobcat CT4545 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,716 lb lb, compared to 2,194 lb lb for the John Deere 3046R.

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