Wheeled Skid Steer
$52,000
Bobcat
Bobcat S64
★4.5(340 reviews)
The Bobcat S64 is a small-frame vertical-lift wheeled skid steer built by Doosan Bobcat in North Dakota. It slots just below the popular S66 in the R-Series lineup for buyers who want Bobcat quality in a lighter, more affordable package.
Price
$52,000
ROC
2300 lbs
Engine
68 hp
Best For
Landscapers and homeowners wanting a nimble, name-brand vertical-lift machine
Specifications
Type
Wheeled Skid Steer
Lift Path
Vertical Lift
Rated Operating Capacity
2300 lbs
Engine HP
68 hp
Operating Weight
6974 lbs
Tipping Load
4600 lbs
Lift Height
120 in
Hydraulic Flow
17.6 GPM
Aux Flow
Standard
Engine
Bobcat (Doosan) D24
Warranty
2 yr / 2000 hr
Tracks
No
High-Flow
Yes
Features
Vertical LiftHigh-FlowEnclosed CabTwo-SpeedSelf-LevelingA/C & HeatA/CHigh-Flow Available
Pros
- ✓Owners consistently praise the S64's tight, nimble footprint that squeezes through 6-foot gates and residential yards where a S76 simply won't fit, making it a favorite for landscapers doing backyard work.
- ✓The inline engine layout and swing-up tailgate give genuinely easy access to the radiator, filters, and daily grease points, and mechanics on the forums note it's one of the friendliest Bobcats to service.
- ✓The vertical lift path on such a small machine is a real selling point for stacking pallets and loading into truck beds, which radial-lift competitors in this size class can't match.
- ✓Bobcat's dealer network is the deepest in the industry, so operators rave that parts and loaner machines are almost always available same-day, which minimizes downtime.
- ✓The optional high-flow package (26.9 GPM) lets it run planers and stump grinders that would choke a machine this size, giving it surprising attachment versatility.
- ✓Resale value holds up better than almost any brand — owners report getting strong trade-in numbers years later thanks to the Bobcat name recognition among buyers.
- ✓The cab-forward design and low door threshold give excellent bucket-edge visibility for grading and finish work, something operators specifically call out versus older Bobcats.
- ✓The 5-link torsion suspension and roomy cab make it comfortable enough for full 8-hour days, which owners contrast favorably against harsher-riding competitor small frames.
Cons
- ✗The 68 hp engine and 2,300 lb capacity feel underpowered the moment you put it next to a S76, and several owners admit they wished they'd spent the extra money for the bigger frame.
- ✗Bobcat dealer parts pricing is notoriously high — filters, tracks, and even hydraulic fittings cost noticeably more than aftermarket, and owners feel locked into an expensive ecosystem.
- ✗The standard 17.6 GPM flow is on the low side, so many buyers feel forced into the pricey high-flow option just to run common attachments effectively.
- ✗Bob-Tach and some proprietary controls mean not every third-party attachment plays nicely, and operators grumble about being nudged toward Bobcat-branded tools.
- ✗At this price point some contractors feel you're paying a premium for the badge, since spec-for-spec Kubota and New Holland small frames often undercut it.
- ✗The smaller frame means a lighter counterweight, and operators report the front end gets tippy when handling heavy pallets at full reach.
- ✗Cab noise and heat management, while improved, still draw complaints in hot climates without the A/C option, which adds cost.
- ✗Some owners note the machine's short wheelbase makes it bouncy at travel speed across rough ground compared to a longer medium-frame unit.
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