WEST FARGO, N.D. (March 17, 2025) – Bobcat Company, a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, has expanded its North American product lineup with the introduction of its 9-Series high-capacity diesel pneumatic tire forklifts. Engineered for demanding applications, this series boosts business productivity with high-output diesel engines, increased control and enhanced reliability.
The 9-Series features five new models, D100S-9, D120S-9, D140S-9, D160S-9 and DV160S-9, which offer industry-leading features, including a redesigned drivetrain and hydraulic system that provides improved performance while reducing fuel costs. From maximizing productivity to supporting all-day comfort to putting safety at the forefront, this new product series is designed to give businesses the lift they need.
“Bobcat’s new D(V)160 family of diesel pneumatic tire forklifts were designed for a diverse range of material handling applications ranging from moving fragile aircraft jet engines to logging or mining,” said Forrest Crawley, senior product specialist, Bobcat Company. “Our industry-leading products are designed with durability, efficiency and safety in mind. Equipped with a high-visibility ergonomic cabin, operators are kept comfortable, improving their overall productivity. Operators will experience the difference and business owners will reap the benefits of the series’ impressive load capabilities, efficiency and overall lower cost of ownership.”
Ultimate Productivity
The 9-Series helps operators achieve optimal productivity with its high-performance engine, class-leading travel speeds and lift speeds, and one of the tightest turning radiuses in the industry.
With the latest engine technology and optimal power transfer through the drivetrain and hydraulic system, the 9-Series offers more strength to power through slopes and heavy loads. The series’ fuel-efficient engine provides the choice of standard or eco-mode for the operator to customize for increased power and lifting performance or to maximize fuel economy.
All-Day Comfort
The Bobcat 9-Series forklifts are designed to reduce fatigue and elevate productivity. Their redesigned floating cab supports greater operator visibility and features a fully adjustable suspension seat and tilting and telescoping steering column. The well-insulated cab supports lower noise levels, while the automatic heat and air conditioning system keeps operators comfortable in various work environments.
A multi-function, 7-inch display comes standard to put more control at operators’ fingertips. The display is mounted to the A pillar for easy accessibility with heads-up operation. The display can be fully integrated with an optional rear-view camera.
Maximize Uptime with Enhanced Durability
The 9-Series forklifts are engineered to withstand tough job sites, including several features that simplify maintenance to maximize uptime. Durability starts with its robust frame which is built to withstand heavy use in harsh conditions, and its shaft-type carriage provides superior strength when handling wider and longer loads. The load-sensing hydraulic system reduces fuel consumption and ensures the coolest possible operating temperature for longer component life.
Other key features promoting uptime include the forklifts’ dual-element air cleaner to increase engine service life; oil-cooled disc brakes with a life span of up to 20,000 hours; and a standard hydraulically driven variable speed fan with optional reverse function adjusts to coolant and break oil temperatures to maximize cooling performance while its reverse function helps to keep the radiator cleaner.
When maintenance is needed, the components are easier to access via the rear hood’s wide-open angle and the tiltable cab.
Driven by Safety
Bobcat forklifts are designed to put safety first. Several features support all-around visibility, stability and greater worksite awareness. Key features include:
- Panoramic and rear-view mirrors
- Optional seatbelt interlock
- Optional rear object and pedestrian detection system
- Powerful LED lighting, along with optional safety lights
- Auto electric park brake
- Optional rear-view and front-view cameras
- Steering angle indicator and vehicle angle indicator
- Guardian Stability System (GSS)
Included in the 9-Series lineup is the DV160S-9. This forklift offers a max load capacity of 36,000 pounds at 48-inch load center, plus travel speeds of 21.1 mph and a lift speed of 76.8 fpm when loaded. These machines are trusted workhorses for a variety of job sites including lumberyards, utility work, steel foundries, shipyards, ports, and more.
The new 9-Series is available now at select Bobcat North American material handling dealers and distributors. To learn more about the Bobcat D100S-9, D120S-9, D140S-9, D160S-9 and DV160S-9 forklifts please visit bobcat.com or find a Bobcat dealer or distributor at bobcat.com/dealer.
About Bobcat Company
Bobcat Company empowers people to accomplish more, a mission it has honored since creating the compact equipment industry in 1958. As a leading global manufacturer, Bobcat has a proud legacy of innovation, delivering smart solutions to customers’ toughest challenges. Backed by the support of a global dealership network, Bobcat offers an extensive line of worksite solutions, including loaders, excavators, tractors, utility vehicles, telehandlers, mowers, turf renovation equipment, light compaction, portable power, industrial air, forklifts, attachments, implements, parts and services.
With its North American headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Bobcat leads the industry with its innovative offerings designed to transform how the world works, builds cities and supports communities for a more sustainable future. The Bobcat brand is owned by Doosan Bobcat Inc., a company within Doosan Group.
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