New Bobcat track loader and next-gen mini excavators at Hillhead

Bobcat T650 Compact Track Loader (Image: Bobcat)

The T650 will feature on the company’s static stand display, while the new mini excavators can be seen working live in the demonstration area.

Bobcat said the new T650 Stage V compact track loader expands its portfolio for highly regulated European markets, combining the performance of the company’s 600-frame M-Series loader with Stage V emissions compliance without requiring AdBlue.

Powered by a 2.4-litre Bobcat engine producing 55 kW (74 hp), the machine is designed to deliver strong performance and efficiency in demanding applications.

The compact track loader offers a vertical lift path and a rated operating capacity of 1,192 kg, targeting applications such as truck loading, pallet handling and earthmoving in confined or sensitive job sites.

According to Bobcat, the T650 has been engineered for durability and uptime, featuring a steel frame, cooling system, compatibility with Bobcat attachments through the Bob-Tach mounting system, optional High-Flow hydraulics and standard Machine IQ telematics.

The company added that operator comfort and control were also key priorities in the machine’s design.

Bobcat noted that the T650 can also serve as a tool carrier, allowing customers to continue using existing Bobcat attachments without compatibility restrictions.

Also making their first appearance at Hillhead are the R2-Series 1 to 2 tonne mini excavators, comprising the E16, E17z, E19 and E20z models.

The machines are equipped with the company’s SmartFlow load-sensing hydraulic system, using a closed-centre, flow-sharing pump powered by an upgraded engine.

Bobcat said the system can reduce fuel consumption by up to 18% and lower noise levels by 4 dBA compared with the previous generation.

The hydraulic system also enables simultaneous machine functions, allowing operators to drive, slew and lift while using high-demand hydraulic attachments such as flail mowers.

Replacing the E17, the new E16 has an operating weight of 1,612 kg and is approximately 100 kg lighter than its predecessor.

Bobcat said the lower weight helps the machine comply with key transport limits, allowing it to be transported more easily on vans and trailers across the UK.

The E17z zero housing swing (ZHS) model has an operating weight of 1,712 kg and is aimed at work in confined urban and historic environments.

The E19 conventional tail swing model weighs 1,905 kg and is designed to combine high lift capacity and digging performance while remaining below the 2-tonne threshold.

Completing the line-up, the E20z has an operating weight of 1,980 kg and offers 320-degree free rotation for working close to structures.

Bobcat highlighted the model’s full-size cab as a key differentiator in a market segment where canopy-only machines are common.