Bobcat CT5545 vs Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab

Across 9 measurable specs, the Bobcat CT5545 leads 6 categories to 2 (1 tied). Machine pages: Bobcat CT5545 and Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab.

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	BobcatCT5545	Case IHFarmall 45C Gear Cab

▶Engine
Engine Manufacturer	Daedong	LS Mtron
Engine Model	3FT-TH4-U	L3C19-T
Engine Type	Turbocharged diesel	Not Published
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	111.4 in³	115.9 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2750 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	45 hp	45 hp
PTO Power	33.9 hp	38.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Replaceable dry element
Fuel System	Not Published	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	70 A
▶Hydraulics
Pump Type	Not Published	Not Published
Implement Flow	9.6 gpm	8.2 gpm
Steering Flow	8.2 gpm	4.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	17.8 gpm	12.4 gpm (8.2 + 4.2, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	17.8 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1 pair	2
No. of Optional Remote Valves	2 pairs (2nd and 3rd pairs optional)	Not Published
▶Fluid Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.8 gal	12.4 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶PTO & Hitch
PTO Type	Independent	Independent rear PTO, electro-hydraulic engagement
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional: 2103 rpm	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3,177 lb	2,756 lb
Lift Control Type	Position with draft control	Mechanical draft control (MDC)
▶Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Type	3-Range E-HST (electronic hydrostatic)	16 x 16 mechanical shuttle with synchro shift
No. of Speeds	Infinite forward and reverse	16 forward, 16 reverse
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.5 mph	16.9 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	17.5 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	dry clutch
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Rear differential lock (standard)	Mechanical differential lock
▶Chassis, Steering & Controls
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet multi-disc	Wet multi-disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Adjustable seat (standard)	Deluxe seat with armrests and an adjustable backrest
Front Axle Type	Four-wheel drive (standard)	Mechanical Front Drive (MFD)
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
▶Dimensions & Maneuverability
Overall Width	74.2 in (with industrial tires)	69.1 in
Wheelbase	75.6 in	73.2 in
Ground Clearance	13.0 in (with industrial tires)	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	117.6 in (with assisted braking)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Applicable	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Applicable	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	94.2 in	93.3 in
Overall Length	139.6 in (with 3-point hitch)	128.1 in
▶Weight
Tractor Weight (Base)	4,685 lb (operating weight)	4,453 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
▶Tire Options
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural; R3 Turf; R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	9.5-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	13.6-24
R3 Turf - Front	29-12.5-15	28x8.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	21.5L-16.1	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	12-16.5
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	17.5L-24
▶Loader & Attachments
Quick Attach Loader System	Front-end loader with standard quick attach mounting system	Quick-Attach faceplate; mid-mount frame for fast loader connect and disconnect (L360A)
Loader Model	FL9-5	L360A
Loader Lift Height	108.6 in (to pivot pin)	112 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,346 lb	1,830 lb at 31.5 in. forward of pivot pin
Loader Breakout Force	4,524 lbf (at pivot pin)	3,114 lbf
▶Warranty
Warranty Length & Coverage	Basic 24 months or 1,500 hours; powertrain 48 months for consumer use, or 36 months or 2,000 hours for business use	Basic 2 years; powertrain 4 additional years (6-year, 72-month total)
▶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	None tagged yet

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Bobcat CT5545 vs Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Bobcat CT5545 or the Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 45 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Bobcat CT5545 or the Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab?

The Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab leads on pto hp at 38.2 hp hp, compared to 33.9 hp hp for the Bobcat CT5545.

Which is heavier, the Bobcat CT5545 or the Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab?

The Bobcat CT5545 leads on weight at 4,685 lb lb, compared to 4,453 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Bobcat CT5545 or the Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab?

The Bobcat CT5545 leads on loader lift at 2,346 lb lb, compared to 1,830 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Bobcat CT5545 or the Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab?

The Bobcat CT5545 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,177 lb lb, compared to 2,756 lb lb for the Case IH Farmall 45C Gear Cab.

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