2024 Bobcat SC18

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Year2024

MakeBobcat

ModelSC18

Product Features

Description

As the gold standard in the golf, sports turf, rental and landscape industries, the Bobcat® SC18 sod cutter packs the long-lasting durability and dependable performance you’ve come to expect from Bobcat.

•Ultra-low vibration technology

•Easy-steer technology

•User-friendly operation

•Simple depth and blade-angle adjustment

•18 in. working width

Performance Features

Precision Cutting up to 2.5 Inches Deep: Efficiently complete the job with Bobcat sod cutters. You can cut sod up to 2.5 inches thick at a width of 18 inches.
Honda GX160 Gas Engine: The Honda GX160 engine provides the durablility and reliability you need for daily sod-cutting duties. The engine is easy starting, fuel efficient and ideal for heavy-duty, sod-cutting applications.
Briggs & Stratton Gas Engine: The Vanguard 200 engine delivers the power and reliability required for heavy-duty, sod cutting. The engine is easy to start and features a cyclonic air filter for extended replacement intervals.
Angled Blade Versatility: In heavy, challenging soils, you can increase the blade angle up to 10 degrees, which helps maintain optimal ground contact for efficient cutting.
Cast-Iron Turf Tread Wheels: Turf tread wheels provide the traction you need to efficiently dig into sod while minimizing turf tearing and damage.

Durability & Uptime Protection Features

Signature Cast-Iron Gearbox: Meticulously engineered for superior strength and durability, the cast-iron gearbox is built to last and designed for maximum uptime.
Sturdy Front Bumper: A tough front bumper guards your machine as you lean it forward for the cut; it also protects from unexpected contact with jobsite obstacles.
Optional Laser-Clad Blade: The reinforced edge of a laser-clad blade keeps its shape longer, sharpening itself as it wears down. Depending on working conditions, it can last up to 2.5 times longer than a standard blade. It’s a must-have for abrasive, sandy soils.

Comfort & Ease of Operation Features

Rubber Vibration Isolators and Rubber Handle Knobs: Bobcat sod cutters feature rubber vibration isolators that that enhance operator comfort and reduce fatigue. Rubber handle knobs further enhance the operator experience.
Swiveling Rear Wheel: The caster wheel supports easy turning and manueverabily for precise operation.
Intuitive Controls: All the controls you need for precise sod-cutting are simple to use and within easy reach. Operators can easily change the blade depth and angle for precise sod cutting. The operator's control panel features color-coded illustrations that help turn even novice operators into effective sod cutters in little time.

Overview Features

Ultra-low vibration technology – a rubber isolation mount absorbs shock, cutting energy-draining vibration by 75% and saving your arms from giving out.
A user-friendly control panel makes it easy for anyone to grab, cut, and finish the job.
EasySteer technology – unlock the pneumatic rear caster wheel to tightly maneuver with unmatched precision. Going straight? Lock the wheel and make it so.
Easily change blade depth and angle for unmatched, precision cutting.

Engine

Engine Model: Honda GX160
Engine Displacement: 9.9 m³
Horsepower: 4.8 hp
Fuel Capacity: 0.82 gal

Performance

Weight: 373 lb

Dimensions

Length: 53 in
Width: 25 in
Height: 40 in

Wheels

Front Tire(s): (2) 8 in vulcanized knob tread cast iron drive wheels
Rear Tire(s): (1) 9 in x 3.5 in - 4 in caster wheel

Blade

Blade Material: Heat-treated 10B38 boron steel
Cutting Width: 18 in
Max Cutting Depth: 2.5 in
Max Blade Speed: 1,225 rpm
Depth Adjustment: Locking lever releases to desired depth

Drive

Drive System: A-section V-belt from engine to gear case; Wheels: gears and roller chain to drive wheels; Blade: double roller chain to blade eccentric shaft; transmission has separate clutches to engage cutting blade and traction drive
Clutch: Spring-loaded belt tightener
Gearbox: 0.25" thick cast iron housing
Max Forward Speed: 1.5 mph

NOTES:

This product can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust (including diesel engine exhaust when equipped), lead and lead compounds, mineral oils, soots, phthalates, and carbon monoxide which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.