Bobcat S185 vs Bobcat S450
The Bobcat S185 is the heavier machine, at 2.82 t against 2.24 t, and the Bobcat S185 has more power (43.3 kW against 35.9 kW).
The Bobcat S185 is ahead on: more power, dumps higher, reaches higher, lifts or carries more, more digging or pushing force, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank, faster, lower to transport. The Bobcat S450 is ahead on: turns tighter, narrower to transport.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Bobcat S185 and the Bobcat S450 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Bobcat S185 | Bobcat S450 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,821 kg | 2,240 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 45.5 kW+27% | 35.9 kW |
| Dump height with standard bucketHigher is better | 2.31 m+7% | 2.157 m |
| Operating heightHigher is better | 3.863 m+9% | 3.559 m |
| Rated operating capacityHigher is better | 839 kg+38% | 608 kg |
| Lift breakout forceHigher is better | 1,588 kgf+15% | 1,386 kgf |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 64 L/min+1% | 63 L/min |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 90.8 L+69% | 53.8 L |
| Top speedHigher is better | 11.8 km/h+4% | 11.4 km/h |
| Turning radius with standard bucketLower is better | 2.001 m | 1.941 m+3% |
| Width over tyresLower is better | 1.676 m | 1.488 m+11% |
| Height with operator cabLower is better | 1.938 m+2% | 1.976 m |
| Length with standard bucket | 3.309 m | 3.173 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Weight
Performance
Engine
Hydraulics
Service capacities
Service intervals
Tyres
Sources: Bobcat S185 Skid-Steer Loader Specifications, 6 October 2007 (North America), archive copy - dimension drawing and letters · Bobcat MEA S450 skid-steer loader specifications page
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Bobcat S185 vs Bobcat S450: questions
Which is bigger, the Bobcat S185 or Bobcat S450?
By operating weight the Bobcat S185 is the biggest at 2.82 t, then the Bobcat S450 at 2.24 t.
Which has more power, the Bobcat S185 or Bobcat S450?
The Bobcat S185: Bobcat S185 45.5 kW (61 hp), Bobcat S450 35.9 kW (48 hp) (gross power), a 27% difference.
Which lifts or carries more, the Bobcat S185 or Bobcat S450?
The Bobcat S185: Bobcat S185 839 kg, Bobcat S450 608 kg (rated operating capacity), a 38% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Bobcat S185 or Bobcat S450?
The Bobcat S185: Bobcat S185 90.8 L, Bobcat S450 53.8 L (fuel tank), a 69% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Bobcat S185 or Bobcat S450?
The Bobcat S450: Bobcat S185 2.001 m, Bobcat S450 1.941 m (turning radius with standard bucket), a 3% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Bobcat S185 or Bobcat S450?
The Bobcat S450: Bobcat S185 1.676 m, Bobcat S450 1.488 m (width over tyres), a 11% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
