New Bobcat S630 radial lift arm skid-steer loader
The new Bobcat S630 radial lift path skid-steer loader is designed and built to offer the highest levels of performance, efficiency and operator comfort. Powered by a Kubota 55.4kW V3307-DI-TE3 kW Stage IIIA diesel engine, the S630 is the latest in the new generation loader range from Bobcat, providing a significant increase in power, hydraulic performance and productivity.
With an operating weight of 3,496kg, a rated operating capacity of 989kg and a tipping load of 1,978kg, the S630 complements the recently launched S650 vertical lift path loader. The standard hydraulic flow on the S630 has been increased by over 30% to 87.1 litres/min, providing better attachment performance. The high flow version of this loader, the S630H, offers a hydraulic flow of 115.5 litres/min.
Improved operator comfort is a key feature of the S630. The most prominent aspect is the forward-positioned premium cab, the largest on the market, which has been built in accordance with the axiom that the more comfortable an operator is, the more productive he/she will be. The main features of the cab are as follows:
- Forward position offers 30% increase in all-round visibility for the operator
- Forward visibility further enhanced by 40% larger door
- Visibility through top, side and rear windows all significantly enhanced
- Ample adjustment in seat and suspension to suit individual preference
- Performance of heating and air conditioning system increased by 35%
- Optional selectable joystick controls
- Optional best-in-class cab pressurization.
The cab pressurization is based on a new one-piece seal that goes all the way round the door, minimizing the dirt and dust that might enter the cab. The pressurized cab also reduces the heating/cooling load on the system.
The cab area has been increased by 10% over previous models, resulting in more space all round the operator. The threshold of the cab door has been lowered and the size of the cab door has been increased, making it easier for operators to enter and exit the cab.
The standard maximum travel speed of the S630 is 11.4km/h, but this can be increased to 18.8km/h using an optional two-speed system. Traction has been increased by 15-20% to provide greater pushing and digging power. A larger fuel tank allows for longer work intervals between refuelling.
Another important feature of the new generation S630 loader is simplified maintenance and serviceability. A completely new engineering design coupled with improved durability further increases uptime. The S630 has been built to work long hours on demanding jobsites and requires minimal time for routine maintenance at the start of the day.
Attachments approved for use on the S630 have a post for the removable hose guide that keeps the hose secure, clean and protected when the attachment is not in use. The hydraulic quick couplers are mounted directly to the front plate of the lift arm. A guard bar extends out in front of the coupler for added protection.
Other design features include the extra-strength 120 HSOC drive chains and the oversized axles and tubes.
