Bobcat Announces Improvements to Track Loader Undercarriage

Bobcat introduces the new roller suspension system option for compact track loaders.

Bobcat Co., West Fargo, Neb., has introduced a new improvement to the undercarriage of large-frame compact tract loaders, the roller suspension system. The new roller suspension system is now available as an option on the Bobcat T250 and T300 compact track loaders, in addition to the T320.

 

According to Bobcat, this is the first roller suspension system with an all-steel design and the first with steel imbed tracks. The rollers are made of forged steel and the springs are shot-peened steel for strength and durability, the company says. Additionally, the rollers are suspended by high-strength steel leaf springs to reduce vibration and improve operator comfort, the company adds.

 

The roller suspension system also feature a drive motor and hydraulic lines that are kept in fixed position and the drive motor’s housing is hidden to limit exposure to debris such as mud or sticks that could damage the machine.

 

The design of the roller suspension system also includes features that make it easier to keep the undercarriage clean, including a larger area around the drive sprocket and clean-out holes.

 

More information is available at www.bobcat.com.