Head to head
Bobcat S450 vs John Deere 6170R
The John Deere 6170R has 89kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the John Deere 6170R has 89kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat S450 | John Deere 6170R | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 35.9kW rated (48.1kW max, Kubota V2403 diesel) | 125kW (170hp) |
| Rated operating capacity | 608kg (ISO 14397-1) | - |
| Operating weight | 2365kg | - |
| Lift height | 2.8m | - |
| Tipping load | 1215kg | - |
Sources: Bobcat S450, John Deere 6170R. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S450 if...
Bobcat's entry-level skid steer, small enough for tight domestic and groundworks sites but still able to run a full range of buckets and attachments. Plant hire fleets keep it as their smallest skid steer for jobs a mini digger cannot reach.
Listed by
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
Buy or hire the 6170R if...
- you want one that has 89kW more power
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat S450 and the John Deere 6170R?
The John Deere 6170R has 89kW more power. The Bobcat S450 is a compact skid steer loader; the John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.
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