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Three reports from Toby Shepherd on the Bobcat Pro and Classic lineup, the T86-2 and the details that matter from the operator’s seat.

By Toby Shepherd · Published September 18, 2026

Bobcat T86-2 compact track loader with a drum mulcher at regional loader training.

01 / Pro vs Classic

Bobcat Pro vs Classic Loaders and What Changed for 2026

Fresh from Bobcat Loader Evolution training, Toby Shepherd explains the Pro and Classic lineup and the questions that should guide your next loader purchase.

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Bobcat T86-2 with its bucket raised beside a height marker during loader training.

02 / T86-2 lift & hydraulics

Bobcat T86-2 Pro and the Numbers That Matter on the Job

The T86-2 combines 115 horsepower, a 12-foot hinge-pin height and available Super Flow hydraulics. Here is how to evaluate those figures against your work.

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Bobcat T86-2 compact track loader displayed at regional training with a drum mulcher.

03 / Drive modes & cab

Bobcat Pro Drive Modes and Features to Compare From the Seat

A practical guide to Balanced, Agile, Dynamic and Charged modes, plus cab changes and the distinction between rear-camera views and radar detection.

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