1965tontruck
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My father-in-law bought a 2003 5600A with around 950 hours on it. It appeared to drive ok, the hours were low and it ran. He used it for about 25 hours and then problems started. Long story short, it was diagnosed with drive motor failure. Brass confirmed in hydraulic oil. The estimated repair cost is $8k. Before he purchased the machine I confirmed the serial number as an early 2003 model and likely not one containing the faulty drive motors. He called Bobcat and they said there was nothing they could do because he was not the original owner.
To all 5600A owners - be aware that your machine may contain faulty drive motors even though it is an early model. Drive motor failure is a very expensive repair.
To all 5600A owners - be aware that your machine may contain faulty drive motors even though it is an early model. Drive motor failure is a very expensive repair.