BOBCAT is presenting the new L100 and updated L85 compact wheel loaders for the first time at GaLaBau in Nuremberg, Germany this week.
Both models feature a redesigned operator’s workstation, a range of application-specific options for landscaping and horticulture, and ‘significantly higher’ hydraulic performance.
“Compact wheel loaders in landscaping are under pressure every day: completing many work cycles, dealing with changing ground conditions and often very limited space. The new L100 and the L85 are built for exactly that,” said Matyáš Heuer, loader product manager at Bobcat. “They are intuitive to operate from the first shift, deliver high breakout forces for clean penetration and keep the bucket steady even on uneven terrain.”
With the new compact wheel loaders, the bucket volume is already indicated in the model name: 1.0m³ in the new L100 and 0.8m³ in the L85. Both machines are delivered as standard with a heated cab, adjustable steering wheel, automatic parking brake, joystick integrated into the seat, and a high-resolution display. In addition, they can be tailored for landscape construction, municipal operations or material handling through application-oriented options.
The centrepiece of the redesigned cab is the way the attachments are controlled via the joystick. Up to four attachment functions can be operated directly without the hand having to leave the joystick. An optional five-inch colour display provides access to advanced settings.
The machines can be ordered in three speed variants: 20, 30 or 40 km/h. An optional hitch up to 3.5t with electrical socket simplifies transport between sites. For demanding conditions, an additional counterweight, a reversible cooling fan to prevent dust clogging, protective plates, and a ground protection kit are available as options.
