Is the Bobcat 873 a good machine?
Is the Bobcat 873 a good machine?
The Bobcats are great machines,they used to make up 50% of all skidloader sales,don’t know how or when newholland took that away. I had an 873. It is recommended the timing chain be changed at 2000 hours on the duetz. If it breaks, the pistons will hit the valves and it get $$$ to fix.
How many hours do Bobcats run for?
In well kept conditions the engine is probably good for 10,000 hours. Odds are by then you have done both drive motors. Loaders pins and bushing have been done done at least a couple of times before then. The hydrostat pumps hold up pretty well I would guess 8-10,000 hours.
How many horsepower is a 873 bobcat?
73.5 hp
Engine
| Displacement | 166.6 cu in (0 m) |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Deutz |
| Engine Model | BF4M1011 |
| Gross Power | 73.5 hp (55 kw) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
How do you grade a lot with a skid steer?
Grading A Yard With A Skid Steer
- Prepare the site.
- Clear and grub the area.
- Establish your “spoils pile”
- Calculate any added soil you may need.
- Underground Dig Alert.
- Use your bobcat to cut the grade.
- Shoot grade elevations.
- Check the finished grade against a benchmark.
What kind of engine does a bobcat 873 have?
A ’99 873 should have a Deutz oil cooled engine in it. And if you don’t know the machine service/repair history, at 2400 hrs, you might save yourself some aggravation by going ahead and replacing the timing belt. If it lets go, gets more [less] interesting. The 873 was a rather big machine, but it’s weak point was the loader arms.
When did I buy my first Bobcat skidsteer?
Discussion in ‘ Skid Steers ‘ started by Willis Bushogin, Jun 20, 2011 . I just bought a 1999 Bobcat 873 skidsteer. I think it has like 2400 hours on it I have owned skidsteers before, but never a Bobcat. This machine was used at a fertilizer factory so its rusty. or final drive, etc
Where is the timing belt cover on a bobcat?
There is typically one special “torx plus” screw that holds the timing belt cover on, seems like it’s at the bottom of the cover, unless someone previously threw it away. It’s simply a notched, flat, timing belt.
What kind of oil does a bobcat use?
The chain case level is the pipe plug in the very front of the machine. Like barklee, I use AW hyd oil in chain case and hyd system, either AW32 or AW46 for higher ambient temps. And I would advise checking out that oil cooler and making any needed repairs.
How much does a 1996 Bobcat 873 cost?
Buyer’s premium included in price USD $433 1996 Bobcat 873 – 4,541hrs – Enclosed Cab – Front Electric Seller has updated to a new Bobcat skid steer with heat and air. This machine was used almost daily around the farm if something needed fix or replaced it was done as the seller depend… This is a 96-98 Bobcat 873. bobtach needs some work.
What can I do with a Bobcat skid steer loader?
Like all Bobcat loaders, the 873 features great service accessibility with a single side service engine and tip-up cab to expose hydrostatic and hydraulic components. The Bobcat 873 is a natural in applications such as landscape, nursery, masonry, concrete, ag and many more.
Is there a bobcat track skid steer in Atlanta?
Lewallen Construction has built roughly 350 miles of recreational trails in and around the Atlanta metro, and Bobcat track skid steers have played a large part. Bobcat 873 highfliow, 2 speed, cab with heat, good tires, runs and operates well.
