Bobcat T190 vs Takeuchi TL12R2

The Takeuchi TL12R2 is the heavier machine, at 5.58 t against 3.45 t.

The Bobcat T190 is ahead on: narrower to transport. The Takeuchi TL12R2 is ahead on: more torque, lifts or carries more, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank, faster.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Bobcat T190 and the Takeuchi TL12R2 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.

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Bobcat T190
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Takeuchi TL12R2
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At a glance

Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.

Figure	Bobcat T190	Takeuchi TL12R2
Operating weight	3,453 kg	5,580 kg
Max torqueHigher is better	235 Nm	374 Nm+59%
Rated operating capacityHigher is better	1,088 kg	1,349 kg+24%
Pump flowHigher is better	62 L/min	88 L/min+43%
Fuel tankHigher is better	106 L	119.5 L+13%
Top speedHigher is better	11.4 km/h	11.8 km/h+4%
Width over tracksLower is better	1.676 m+14%	1.96 m

All specifications

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Differences only(64)

FigureBobcat T190 Takeuchi TL12R2

Dimensions

Operating height3.862 mNot published

Height with operator cab1.938 mNot published

Angle of departure30°30°

Ground clearance0.205 m0.32 m

Ground contact length1.401 mNot published

Length without attachment2.588 m3.205 mmachine length

Length with standard bucket3.309 mNot published

Rollback at ground position25°Not published

Dump height with standard bucket2.31 mNot published

Height to bucket hinge pin3.002 m3.2 mmax. lift height to bucket pin

Dump reach at maximum height0.784 mNot published

Dump angle at maximum height42°Not published

Rollback fully raised at maximum height95°Not published

Bucket width1.727 mNot published

Turning radius with standard bucket2.001 mNot published

Track width (gauge)1.356 m320 mm tracksNot published

Width over tracks1.676 m320 mm tracks1.96 moverall width without bucket

Dump height fully raisedNot published2.4 m

Dump reach fully raisedNot published0.96 m

Dump angle at full heightNot published42°

Rollback angleNot published30°

Track ground contact lengthNot published1.716 m

Overall lengthNot published4.045 mtransport length

Overall heightNot published2.311 mtransport height

Clearance circle with bucketNot published2.555 m

Clearance circle without bucketNot published1.635 m

Clearance circle rearNot published1.829 m

Track widthNot published0.45 m

Performance

Rated operating capacity1,088 kgNo more than 35% of tipping load1,349 kg

Tipping load3,108 kgISO 14397-13,915 kg

Lift breakout force21 kN3,663 kgf

Tilt breakout force20 kNNot published

Top speed11.4 km/h11.8 km/hhigh range

Raise lift arms3.7 sFunction timeNot published

Lower lift arms2.4 sFunction timeNot published

Ground pressure33.8 kPa31.6 kPa (4.58 psi) canopy / 32.3 kPa (4.68 psi) cab

Rated operating capacity (50% tipping load)Not published1,957 kg

Breakout forceNot published3,722 kgfbucket

Traction forceNot published6,353 kgf

Travel speed (low)Not published8.1 km/h

Weight

Operating weight3,453 kgT190; 3,473 kg T190H5,580 kgcanopy

Shipping weight3,081 kgNot published

Operating weight (cab)Not published5,710 kg

Engine

Engine modelKubota V2403M-DI-TE2B-BC-IKubota V3800TIF4B (turbo intercooled)

Cylinders4Not published

Displacement2.4 L3.8 L

Net power45.5 kW (61 hp)Not published

Max torque235 NmGross, SAE J1995, at 1,475 rpm374 Nmat 1,500 rpm

Engine powerNot published83 kW (111.3 hp)

Hydraulics

Pump flow62 L/minT190, at 3,028 rpm; gear pump88 L/minauxiliary, primary circuit

Pump flow (high flow)96 L/minT190H153 L/minauxiliary, optional

Max pressure22.4 - 23.1 MPaSystem relief at quick couplers24.0 MPa (3,481 psi)system

Pump flow (secondary circuit)Not published88 L/minauxiliary, optional

Service capacities

Fuel tank106 L119.5 L

Engine oil, with filter8.7 L13.2 Lengine lubrication

Cooling system11.3 LWith heater; 10.2 L without18 L

Hydraulic tank72.4 L50 L

Hydraulic system, with tank34.1 L85 L

Service intervals

Engine oil and filter250 hoursFirst change at 50 hNot published

Fuel filters250 hoursNot published

Hydraulic/hydrostatic filter500 hoursNot published

Hydraulic oil1,000 hoursNot published

Case drain filters1,000 hoursNot published

Hydrostatic motor carrier oil1,000 hoursAlso each time a track is replacedNot published

Pivot pins grease10 hoursLift arms, cylinders and Bob-Tach pinsNot published

Sources: Bobcat T190 Compact Track Loader Operation & Maintenance Manual 6904144-EN (09-06), Bobcat Europe, S/N 531711001 & above - Loader Specifications (manual pp.121-124), dealer-site copy · Takeuchi TL12R2 Compact Track Loader spec sheet, Apr 2017 (copy on smsequipment.com)

Drawn to scale

Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.

Bobcat T190Takeuchi TL12R2Same scale, front edges and ground lined up.

Bobcat T190 vs Takeuchi TL12R2: questions

Which is bigger, the Bobcat T190 or Takeuchi TL12R2?

By operating weight the Takeuchi TL12R2 is the biggest at 5.58 t, then the Bobcat T190 at 3.45 t.

Which lifts or carries more, the Bobcat T190 or Takeuchi TL12R2?

The Takeuchi TL12R2: Bobcat T190 1,088 kg, Takeuchi TL12R2 1,349 kg (rated operating capacity), a 24% difference.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Bobcat T190 or Takeuchi TL12R2?

The Takeuchi TL12R2: Bobcat T190 106 L, Takeuchi TL12R2 119.5 L (fuel tank), a 13% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the Bobcat T190 or Takeuchi TL12R2?

The Bobcat T190: Bobcat T190 1.676 m, Takeuchi TL12R2 1.96 m (width over tracks), a 14% 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?

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