| Manufacturer | Bobcat |
| Model | 540 |
| Type | Skid steer loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical |
| Years Made | 1982-1986 |
Operating Specifications
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 22.5 HP | 16.8 kW |
| Lifting Capacity (35% Tipping) | 550 lbs | 249.5 kg |
| Lifting Capacity (50% Tipping) | 800 lbs | 362.9 kg |
| Operating Weight | 3250 lbs | 1474.2 kg |
| Tipping Load | 1600 lbs | 725.7 kg |
| Lift Breakout Force | ||
| Tilt Breakout Force | ||
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.7 mph | 9.2 km |
Cycle Time
| Raise Lift Arms | 3.8 sec. |
| Lower Lift Arms | 3.2 sec. |
| Bucket Rollback | 1.9 sec. |
| Bucket Dump | 2.6 sec. |
Hydraulic System
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 8.5 GPM | 32.2 LPM |
| Relief Pressure | 1500 psi | 103.4 Bar |
| Optional Flow | N/A | |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 5.5 gal | 21.0 L |
Engine Specs
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
| Model | K582 |
| Type | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Emissions | N/A |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM |
| Torque Power | 2200 RPM |
| Combustion | |
| Compression Ratio | |
| Firing Order |
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 23.0 HP | 17.2 kW |
| Net Power | 22.5 HP | 16.8 kW |
| Displacement | 57.7 cu. in. | 946 cc |
| Bore | 3.5 in. | 8.8 cm |
| Stroke | 3.0 in. | 7.6 cm |
| Peak Torque | 40.8 ft-lb | 55.3 N∙m |
| Coolant Capacity | ||
| Engine Oil Capacity | 1.0 gal | 3.8 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10.0 gal | 37.9 L |
Dimensions
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 72.5 in. | 184.2 cm |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 102.5 in. | 260.3 cm |
| Width | 49.4 in. | 125.5 cm |
| Length | 104.0 in. | 264.2 cm |
| Dump Height | 85.0 in. | 215.9 cm |
| Dump Reach | 18.0 in. | 45.7 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 7.5 in. | 19.1 cm |
| Dump Angle | 40° |
| Rollback Angle | 31° |
| Departure Angle | 26° |
