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Bobcat L23 Specifications

The Bobcat L23 small articulated loader driveline system components: a 76.9 cu.in (1.3L) Kubota D1305 three-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine with a rated power of 24.7 hp (18.5 kW), and hydrostatic transmission. The hydraulic system has a pump with a rated capacity of 12.1 gal/min (45.8 l/min). The system relief pressure is 2900 psi (200 bar). The Bobcat L23 is equipped with a power steering system, hydraulic disc brakes, and 23x8.50-12 tires. The small wheel loader has a maximum lift height to hinge pin of 85.4" (2170 mm) and breakout force of 3080 lbs (1400 kg). The rated operating capacity is 1160 lbs (525 kg), and tipping load is 2320 lbs (1050 kg).

Engine Specs

Engine Model .................... Kubota D1305-E4B
Engine Type .................... 4-cycle vertical water-cooled diesel
Number of Cylinders .................... 3
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) .................... 3.07 (78.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) .................... 3.46 (88.0)
Total Displacement, cu.in (L) .................... 76.9 (1.26)
Rated Power, Hp (kW) .................... 24.7 (18.5)
Rated Speed, rpm .................... 2600
Idling Speed, rpm .................... 1000-1100
Maximum Torque, Nm (lb-ft) .................... 81.3 (60.5)
Torque Speed, rpm .................... 1700
Aspiration Type .................... Naturally aspirated
Compression Ratio .................... 24:1
Firing Order .................... 1-2-3
Combustion Chamber .................... Spherical type
Direction of Rotation .................... Counter-clockwise
Fuel Injection Pump .................... Bosch MD type
Governor Type .................... Centrifugal, mechanical
Lubricating System .................... Forced lubrication by pump
Oil Pressure Indicating .................... Electrical type switch
Oil Filter Type .................... Full flow cartridge, paper element
Starting System .................... Electric starting with starter
Intake Valve Clearance, in (mm) .................... 0.0057-0.0072 (0.145-0.185)
Exhaust Valve Clearance, in (mm) .................... 0.0057-0.0072 (0.145-0.185)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) .................... 9.6 (36.2)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) .................... 4.0 (3.8)
Coolant Capacity, qts (L) .................... 6.0 (5.7)
Electrical System Rating, Volts .................... 12
Charging System .................... Alternator
Alternator Rating, Amps .................... 90

Transmission

Transmission Type .................... Fully hydrostatic
Number of Forward Gears .................... Infinite
Number of Reverse Gears .................... Infinite
Maximum Forward Speed, mph (kph) .................... 8.2 (13.2)
Maximum Reverse Speed, mph (kph) .................... 8.2 (13.2)

Wheels and Tires

Drive System Type .................... Four-wheel drive (4WD)
Steering Configuration .................... Articulated frame
Steering System .................... Hydrostatic power
Brakes Type .................... Hydraulic disc
Front Tire Size (Std) .................... 23x8.50-12
Rear Tire Size (Std) .................... 23x8.50-12
Front Tire Size (Opt) .................... 23x5.70-12
Rear Tire Size (Opt) .................... 23x5.70-12

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System Type .................... Open center
Hydraulic Pump Type .................... Gear
Pump Capacity, gpm (Lpm) .................... 12.1 (45.8)
System Pressure, psi (Bar) .................... 2900 (200)
Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity, gal (L) .................... 10.2 (2.7)
Hydraulic System Capacity, gal (L) .................... 4.9 (18.5)

Loader Performance

Rated Operating Capacity (Straight), lbs (kg) .................... 1395 (633)
Rated Operating Capacity (Full Turn), lbs (kg) .................... 1160 (525)
Tipping Load (Straight), lbs (kg) .................... 2790 (1265)
Tipping Load (Full Turn), lbs (kg) .................... 2320 (1050)
Lift Breakout Force, lbs (kg) .................... 2300 (1047)
Bucket Breakout Force, lbs (kg) .................... 3080 (1400)

Dimensions and Weight

Maximum Working Height, in (mm) .................... 104.2 (2645)
Maximum Lift Height To Hinge Pin, in (mm) .................... 85.4 (2170)
Height To Top Of Cab, in (mm) .................... 78.1 (1985)
Length With Bucket On Ground, in (mm) .................... 122.4 (3110)
Length Without Bucket, in (mm) .................... 93.2 (2365)
Width (Over Tires), in (mm) .................... 43.2 (1095)
Wheel Base, in (mm) .................... 47.2 (1200)
Ground Clearance, in (mm) .................... 5.5 (140)
Departure Angle, deg .................... 23
Articulation Angle, deg .................... 43
Bucket Width, in (mm) .................... 44 (1120)
Rollback Angle At Full Height, deg .................... 59
Rollback Angle At Ground, deg .................... 30
Dump Angle At Full Height, deg .................... 40
Dumping Height, in (mm) .................... 65.2 (1655)
Reach At Full Height, in (mm) .................... 16.8 (430)
Turning Radius (w/Bucket), in (mm) .................... 101 (2565)
Turning Radius (Inside Tires), in (mm) .................... 38.4 (975)
Shipping Weight, lbs (kg) .................... 3390 (1540)
Operating Weight, lbs (kg) .................... 3785 (1720)

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