Bobcat S250 Specs and Parts Guide

The Bobcat S250 is a vertical lift skid steer loader with a 2,500 lb rated operating capacity and a 7,723 lb operating weight. It runs a Kubota V3300-DI-T four cylinder diesel producing 75 horsepower, with 20.7 gpm standard hydraulic flow and a high flow option reaching 30.7 to 36.7 gpm.

Quick Facts

• Lift path: vertical, suited to truck and hopper loading
• Rated operating capacity: 2,500 lb, tipping load 5,000 lb
• Engine: Kubota V3300-DI-T, 75 hp, 4 cylinder diesel
• Hydraulics: 20.7 gpm standard, 30.7 to 36.7 gpm high flow
• Operating weight: 7,723 lb
• Status: non-current model, still widely worked

What Are the Bobcat S250 Specs?

The S250 sits in the large frame end of Bobcat's skid steer range. It is a non-current model, which means it is no longer in production but remains common in rental fleets and owner operator use.

Specification	Figure
Engine	Kubota V3300-DI-T diesel
Horsepower	75 hp (56 kW)
Cylinders	4
Displacement	201.4 cu in (3.3 L)
Rated operating capacity	2,500 lb (1,134 kg)
Tipping load	5,000 lb (2,268 kg)
Operating weight	7,723 lb (3,503 kg)
Standard pump flow	20.7 gpm (78.4 L/min)
High flow option	30.7 to 36.7 gpm
System relief pressure	3,300 psi
Length without attachment	114.5 in (2.91 m)
Overall width	72 in (1.83 m)
Overall height	80.9 in (2.05 m)
Height to hinge pin	126.4 in (3.21 m)

The rated operating capacity of 2,500 lb is exactly half the 5,000 lb tipping load. That is the industry convention for wheeled skid steers, and it is why the working figure sits so far below the point at which the machine becomes unstable.

What Engine Is in the Bobcat S250?

A Kubota V3300-DI-T, a four cylinder direct injection turbocharged diesel of 201.4 cubic inches, or 3.3 litres, rated at 75 horsepower.

The Kubota engine is one of the reasons these machines have stayed in service. Parts availability for the V3300 family remains good, and the engine is a known quantity for most diesel technicians.

Two practical points follow from the engine choice:

• Engine components are ordered against the engine serial, stamped on the block, rather than the machine serial
• Turbocharged operation makes oil and air filtration less negotiable than on a naturally aspirated engine of similar output

How Much Can a Bobcat S250 Lift?

Rated operating capacity is 2,500 lb with a standard bucket. Tipping load is 5,000 lb, which is the physical limit rather than a working figure.

Height to hinge pin is 126.4 inches, which is what determines whether the machine clears the side of a truck body. Combined with the vertical lift geometry, that reach is what makes the S250 a loading machine rather than purely a digging one.

Vertical lift keeps the load closer to the machine through the lift arc than a radial design does. The practical effect is better stability at full height and more usable reach when dumping over a wall or into a hopper.

What Is the Difference Between the S250 and the S300?

Both are large frame vertical lift machines from the same Bobcat generation, and they share a great deal of structure. The difference is capacity class, with the S300 sitting above the S250 on rated operating capacity and engine output.

For parts, that shared structure matters more than the difference. Cab components, glass, door hardware and many wear items carry across machines in this generation, while hydraulic and drivetrain components tied to the capacity difference do not.

Verify against the OEM part number rather than assuming either way. The shared frame makes cross fitment more likely here than between different Bobcat generations, but likely is not the same as confirmed.

Where Is the Serial Number on a Bobcat S250?

Bobcat skid steers carry the serial number plate inside the cab, commonly on the rear pillar or the frame beside the operator seat. A second number belongs to the engine and is stamped on the block itself.

The S250 dates from a period when Bobcat serial numbers were structured differently from the 17 character machine identification numbers used on current equipment. Do not assume a modern year decoding rule applies to this machine. Where the year is not printed directly on the plate, it is confirmed against a Bobcat serial range chart rather than decoded from a single character.

Our guide to finding the serial number, year and model on your Bobcat covers plate locations across the range.

Does the S250 Have High Flow Hydraulics?

Standard flow is 20.7 gpm. A high flow option was available, delivering between 30.7 and 36.7 gpm depending on configuration. System relief pressure is 3,300 psi.

Confirming which configuration your machine has matters before ordering attachments or hydraulic components:

• Standard flow at 20.7 gpm runs buckets, forks, grapples, augers and most general purpose tools
• High flow is what cold planers, mulching heads and large snow blowers need to reach rated performance
• Hydraulic components differ between the two, so the configuration is part of the part number decision, not just an attachment question

An attachment that underperforms on a standard flow machine is frequently misdiagnosed as a faulty tool. Check the flow requirement against the machine before concluding anything is wrong.

What Should You Check on a Used S250?

These machines are old enough now that condition varies far more than hours suggest. A methodical inspection tells you more than an hour meter, which may not reflect the whole life of the machine anyway.

Work through five areas before committing:

• Loader arm and Bob-Tach play. Raise the arms, then rock the attachment. Movement at the pins means bushings and pins are due, which is a known cost rather than a hidden one
• Hydraulic response under load. Cycle the lift and tilt at working temperature. Slow or uneven response points at pump wear or overdue filtration
• Drive motor behaviour. Straight travel that pulls to one side suggests uneven drive motor wear, which is one of the more expensive repairs on this machine
• Chaincase and final drives for leaks and noise, since these are sealed systems that are costly to open
• Cab and door hardware, which tells you how the machine was treated even where the mechanicals look sound

Check the hydraulic configuration at the same time. Standard and high flow machines carry different components and different value, and a seller may not know which they have.

What Are the Most Common S250 Parts to Replace?

Based on our catalog data, machines of this age and class come back to four groups of parts.

Cab glass and visibility hardware. Door and front glass take the most damage, and wiper components wear steadily. A Window Wiper Blade replacing Bobcat 7188372 and the matching Window Wiper Arm replacing Bobcat 7188371 are frequently replaced together, since an arm that has been forced usually damages the blade as well.

Bushings and pins throughout the loader arms and Bob-Tach. Wear here shows up as play in the attachment before it shows up as a failure. A Weld-On Bushing replacing Bobcat 6702958 is a typical example.

Filters, hydraulic first. A 20.7 gpm system moves a lot of oil, and this is not a place to extend an interval on a machine with hours on it.

Vibration dampers and mounts, which harden and crack with age and let engine vibration into the frame.

How Do I Confirm a Part Fits My S250?

On a non-current machine, work from the OEM part number wherever one is legible. Serial breaks applied through the production run, and the machine may also have had components replaced with parts from a different range.

1. Record the machine serial from the cab plate and the engine serial from the block
2. Note whether the machine is standard or high flow
3. Read the OEM number from the component being replaced
4. Measure where dimensions decide fit, particularly glass and seals

Quality aftermarket parts are built to meet or exceed OEM specifications, and for a machine of this age they are frequently the only practical route for wear components. Customers are responsible for verifying fitment. Send your serial and the OEM part number to sales@partsonline.com and our team will confirm before you order. Consult a certified mechanic for hydraulic work.

Browse the full range at Bobcat Parts, or start at Hydraulic Filters if you are working through a service.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can a Bobcat S250 lift?

Rated operating capacity is 2,500 lb (1,134 kg), with a tipping load of 5,000 lb. The rated figure is the safe working load with a standard bucket, not the physical limit.

Is a Bobcat S250 a good skid steer?

The S250 is well regarded as a large frame vertical lift machine, helped by a Kubota V3300 engine with good parts availability. As a non-current model, condition and hours matter far more than the model itself when buying used.

What is a Bobcat S250 worth?

Used value depends on hours, hydraulic configuration, tire condition and overall wear, so a current market check is the only reliable guide. High flow machines generally carry a premium over standard flow.

What engine is in a Bobcat S250?

A Kubota V3300-DI-T four cylinder turbocharged direct injection diesel of 201.4 cubic inches, rated at 75 horsepower.

How much does a Bobcat S250 weigh?

Operating weight is 7,723 lb (3,503 kg). Attachments beyond a standard bucket will raise the figure, which matters for trailering.

What is the hydraulic flow on a Bobcat S250?

Standard flow is 20.7 gpm, with a high flow option delivering 30.7 to 36.7 gpm depending on configuration. System relief pressure is 3,300 psi.

Is the S250 a vertical or radial lift machine?

Vertical lift. The load stays closer to the machine through the lift arc, which improves stability at height and makes it well suited to truck and hopper loading.

Are Bobcat S250 parts still available?

Yes. Wear components including glass, wiper hardware, bushings, pins and filters remain available through the aftermarket, and the Kubota engine family is well supported. Verify fitment against the OEM part number and your machine serial.