Four new large wheel loaders and two new large excavators join the Bobcat lineup
WEST FARGO, N.D. (March 25, 2025) – Bobcat Company, a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, is expanding its product lineup in a big way with new heavy construction equipment. Four new large wheel loaders and two new large excavators will be available at select North American Bobcat dealerships in mid-Q2 2025.
“As a leader in the compact equipment industry, we are always looking to best serve our customers with product enhancements and new solutions to help them accomplish more,” said Brad Claus, Bobcat vice president of construction equipment. “Offering complementary products, such as these heavy construction products, with even greater power and performance capabilities gives current and future Bobcat customers more options to address their toughest job sites.”
Large Wheel Loaders
New to the Bobcat lineup are the L205, L235, L255 and L285 large wheel loaders. These loaders are purpose-built for big load-and-carry tasks, offering a powerful solution for construction, agriculture, manufacturing and more.
From building infrastructure to moving materials or doing expansive site prep, Bobcat large wheel loaders offer the strength, comfort and reliability needed to tackle the toughest challenges.
Built for high-production lifting, the large wheel loaders’ bucket capacity varies by model: 2.5 cubic yards for the L205, 3 cubic yards for the L235, and 3.5 cubic yards for both the L255 and L285.
The L235, L255 and L285 come standard with three transmission modes so operators can customize their performance for unique working conditions with the following modes:
- Manual: Provides precise speed control
- Auto 1-4: Automatically shifts up or down depending on power and torque required for the task
- Auto 2-4: Offers performance and flexibility for lighter-duty tasks with manual kickdown that automatically shifts between gears 2 through 4
All four new large wheel loaders feature three power modes to allow operators to choose between maximizing performance with power mode, handling daily tasks with normal mode or minimizing fuel consumption with economy mode.
All models are powered by a turbo-charged Tier 4 engine, which offers consistent performance at all elevations.
The machine’s design prioritizes operator comfort to keep productivity high and fatigue low. Standard key features include:
- Spacious cab
- 8-inch touchscreen display
- Joystick controls
- Rear-view camera
- Fully adjustable air suspension seat
- Telescopic and tilt steering
- Automatic heat and air conditioning with adjustable air vents
- Front and rear LED work lights
- Hands-free Bluetooth device connectivity
Bobcat large wheel loaders offer versatile attachment options to suit a wide range of tasks. Customers can choose to order the loaders with pin-on attachments or choose from two popular quick coupler choices.
The heavy wheel loaders complement Bobcat’s existing lineup of compact wheel loaders including the L65, L85 and L95.
Large Excavators
Bobcat is expanding its existing lineup of large excavators with the new E220 and E245. These new excavators deliver the power, performance and precision needed for the biggest job site challenges.
With fast cycle times, impressive digging forces and high lifting capabilities, the new conventional-tail-swing E220 and reduced-tail-swing E245 help operators confidently handle large-scale projects, like commercial and residential construction, roadwork, infrastructure and more.
Bobcat large excavators have the size and weight combination for increased digging performance with the E220 offering a digging depth of 21 feet, 7 inches and the E245 offering 21 feet, 11 inches. Both models have a bucket digging force of 35,464 lbf. Precision is amplified thanks to their fine swing feature, which allows the excavators’ upper structure to come to a smooth, gradual stop and reduce spillage on the job.
Equipped with Tier 4 engines, these excavators meet emissions compliance without needing a diesel particulate filter (DPF). This results in simpler maintenance and eliminates downtime caused by DPF regeneration.
The excavators offer four selectable power modes for operators to set their performance for the demands of the job – whether that is efficient fuel consumption or all-out power for tough digging and heavy lifting:
- Power+ mode: Top work group speed to load trucks in less time or sustain peak digging performance when opening up hard ground
- Power mode: Impressive power and performance for tough digging, quick loading and heavy lifting, and increased travel speed
- Standard mode: Balanced performance and reduced fuel usage for routine digging, lifting and grading
- Economy mode: Optimize fuel economy when power demands are lower or when doing precise digging and fine grading
The excavators’ Smart Power Control will match load to engine RPM, hydraulic pump torque and engine response, improving efficiency in any of the four power modes.
Other key features of the E220 and E245 include:
- Steel tracks
- Four standard work modes: One-way flow, two-way flow, digging and lifting
- 8-Inch touch display with Bluetooth
- Side- and rear-view camera
- Standard premium air-suspension, heated seat
- LED work lights
The large excavators come standard with 2-way piping controlled by thumb wheel or foot pedal along with stand hydraulic quick coupler piping. Several attachments will be available.
The E220 and E245 join other large Bobcat excavators, the E145 and E165, along with a range of compact excavators from 1- to 10-ton options.
All six new models – E220, E245, L205, L235, L255, L285 – and the current E145 and E165 are backed by a 3-year/5,000-hour full coverage warranty, as well as the support of Bobcat’s extensive dealer network.
Explore the vast range of Bobcat construction equipment at bobcat.com. To find a Bobcat dealership offering these new products, please visit bobcat.com/dealer.
About Bobcat Company
Bobcat Company empowers people to accomplish more, a mission it has honored since creating the compact equipment industry in 1958. As a leading global manufacturer, Bobcat has a proud legacy of innovation, delivering smart solutions to customers’ toughest challenges. Backed by the support of a global dealership network, Bobcat offers an extensive line of worksite solutions, including loaders, excavators, tractors, utility vehicles, telehandlers, mowers, turf renovation equipment, light compaction, portable power, industrial air, forklifts, attachments, implements, parts and services.
With its North American headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Bobcat leads the industry with its innovative offerings designed to transform how the world works, builds cities and supports communities for a more sustainable future. The Bobcat brand is owned by Doosan Bobcat Inc., a company within Doosan Group.
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