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Competitive Comparison: Bobcat T86 vs. CAT 299D3 Compact Track Loader

Published on June 7, 2023

Ready to take on bigger, more ambitious projects with a new compact track loader? A large-frame compact track loader is great for tackling tough jobs on residential or commercial construction jobsites. It can also tackle heavy-duty hardscaping, move heavy landscaping materials, or remove trees and brush for land clearing or land development. If you need a compact loader for your farm or livestock operation, a large-frame loader can deliver all the capability and power you need from sunup to sundown.

The new Bobcat® T86 delivers all this capability and more, along with performance-enhancing options like super-flow hydraulics and innovative new features like Premium Power Performance.

Many people who are in the market for a large-frame compact track loader will be looking at the Caterpillar 299D3 as well. In our latest competitive comparison, we go through some key differences that will affect your decision.