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Bobcat CT120 vs Branson 2205h
Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.
Bobcat CT120
Category: Farm
Branson 2205h
Category: Farm • Production: 2020 -
Decisive Performance Differentials
- Bobcat CT120 provides +622 lbs more unballasted traction mass
- Bobcat CT120 provides +1.4 gpm higher base hydraulic flow (+22.2%)
Multi-Axis Capability Radar
Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison
Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential
Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials
| Specification | Bobcat CT120 | Branson 2205h | Advantage Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power & Output | |||
Rated Engine Horsepower | 21 HP | 21.5 HP | - |
PTO Horsepower (Tested) | 14.5 HP | 15.1 HP | Tie |
Traction Density Ratio | 10.2 HP/1k lbs | 15 HP/1k lbs | 15 vs 10.2 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
Base Operating Weight | 2,055 lbs | 1,433 lbs | +43.4%+622 lbs heavier |
| Engine Specs | |||
Displacement | 0.9 L | 1 L | +0.1L larger displacement |
Cylinders | 3 Cylinders | 3 Cylinders | - |
| Hydraulics & Implements | |||
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow | 7.7 gpm | 6.3 gpm | +22.2%+1.4 gpm flow |
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard) | 1 Valves | 2 Valves | +1 extra standard remote circuits |
3-Point Hitch Category | Category 1 | Category I | - |
| Chassis & Drivetrain | |||
Drive Configuration | 4WD | 4WD | - |
Transmission System | hydrostatic | hydrostatic | - |
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Operational Field Verdict Matrix
Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.
Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing
Bobcat delivers higher base frame ballast (+622 lbs) to minimize tire wheel slip under deep draft implement drag.
Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills
Bobcat offers continuous high-capacity hydraulic flow (7.7 gpm, +1.4 gpm advantage), effortlessly sustaining fan motors and down-pressure circuits simultaneously.
Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty
Branson 2205h offers superior 15 HP/1,000 lb agility, reducing road fuel overhead on rapid grain bin transit cycles.
Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation
Branson 2205h features a lighter footprint (-622 lbs), mitigating subsoil compaction and preserving soil porosity.
Select Bobcat CT120 for superior tractive frame ballast and hydraulic flow capacity across evaluated field tasks.
Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict
Bobcat CT120 holds the specification advantage across verified metrics. For heavy field draft tasks, evaluate CT120; for operations sensitive to operating costs or implement compatibility, Branson 2205h remains a direct benchmark contender.
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*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.