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Bobcat S86 Skid Steer Loader

Dominate the most demanding jobsites with the Bobcat S86, the largest and most powerful skid-steer loader in the Bobcat lineup. Powered by a heavy-duty 105 hp Tier 4 turbo diesel engine, the S86 boasts an impressive 3,400 lb rated operating capacity paired with a vertical lift path for maximum lifting height and reach. Built with R-Series heavy-duty cast-steel lift arms and available Super Flow hydraulics, this machine delivers unprecedented breakout force and hydraulic capability for extreme-duty applications. Reserve your S86 rental from Bison Machinery today and tackle your toughest projects with ease.

Configurations & Options

Cab Options: Premium Enclosed Cab with HVAC / Open Canopy
Controls: Selectable Joystick Controls (SJC) with Speed Management
Hydraulic Options: Standard Auxiliary (23.0 gpm) / High-Flow (30.0 gpm) / Super Flow (42.0 gpm)
Attachments: Forestry Cutters, Planers, Heavy-Duty Trenchers, Augers, Pallet Forks, Heavy Buckets

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Built for Heavy Lifting & Tight Workspaces

The Bobcat S86 engineered vertical lift path provides maximum stability and reach at full extension, making short work of loading high-sided tandem-axle trucks and placement of heavy materials. Even with its massive capability, the S86 retains exceptional balance and tight-quarter maneuverability. Its optimized chassis design distributes heavy payloads evenly, maintaining smooth turning and traction across tough North Dakota terrain.

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Key Capabilities

Vertical Lift Path Advantage: Delivers exceptional reach at maximum hinge pin height for effortless high-truck loading.
High Breakout Force: Provides up to 6,000 lbf bucket breakout force to tear through dense rock, clay, and roots.
Super Flow Hydraulics: Delivers up to 42.0 gpm auxiliary flow to run high-demand forestry cutters and planers.
Auto-Idle & Two-Speed Travel: Boosts site travel speeds up to 12.0 mph while optimizing fuel economy during idle times.
Enclosed Cab Comfort: Sealed and pressurized cab with auto climate control minimizes jobsite dust, noise, and fatigue.

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Typical Use Cases

Heavy Material Handling: Ideal for moving massive palletized stone, concrete infrastructure, and pipe bundles easily.
Forestry & Land Clearing: Ideal for running heavy-duty mulchers, forestry cutters, and brush saws efficiently.
Commercial Road Work & Milling: Ideal for operating cold planers, concrete saws, and large asphalt patch buckets seamlessly.
Large-Scale Excavation: Ideal for loading high-sided dump trucks and moving heavy topsoil volume in record time.
Demolition & Concrete Removal: Ideal for driving heavy hydraulic breakers and grapple attachments on tough jobsites.

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Exceptional Power, Smooth Hydraulics

Equipped with a premier 105 hp turbocharged engine, the S86 offers three customizable auxiliary hydraulic flow options—Standard, High-Flow, and Super Flow (42.0 gpm @ 4,061 psi). This industry-leading hydraulic capability allows you to run high-output attachments at peak performance, ensuring rapid cycle times and uninterrupted work power under heavy continuous load.

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Versatile, Easy to Operate, Built for Comfort

Work longer hours with less operator strain thanks to the S86 spacious, low-noise cab interior and low-effort joystick controls. The heavy-duty Bob-Tach mounting system allows rapid attachment changes, while expansive glass areas provide clear visibility to the bucket edge and work environment for safe, precise machine placement.

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Bobcat S86 Specifications

Engine Power: 105.0 hp (78.3 kW)
Rated Operating Capacity (ROC): 3,400 lb (1,542 kg)
Operating Weight: 9,150 lb (4,150 kg)
Tipping Load: 6,800 lb (3,084 kg)
Height to Hinge Pin: 132.0 in (3.35 m)
Reach at Max Height: 37.8 in (0.96 m)
Engine: Bobcat 3.4L Turbo Diesel
Emissions Level: Tier 4
Bucket Breakout Force: 6,000 lbf (26.7 kN)

Travel Speed (Low / High): 7.4 mph / 12.0 mph
Auxiliary Standard Flow: 23.0 gpm (87.1 L/min)
Auxiliary High Flow: 30.0 gpm (113.6 L/min)
Auxiliary Super Flow: 42.0 gpm (159.0 L/min)
System Pressure @ Couplers (Super Flow): 4,061 psi
Width with Bucket: 74.0 in (1.88 m)
Overall Height to Top of Cab: 82.0 in (2.08 m)
Lift Path: Vertical
Fuel Tank Capacity: 31.7 gal (120.0 L)

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Ready to put the flagship Bobcat S86 skid-steer loader to work on your toughest jobsite? Bison Machinery offers flexible daily, weekly, and monthly rental terms with fast delivery across the Jamestown area. Contact our equipment specialists today to confirm fleet availability and receive your custom rental quote.

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