For those of you who have down payments on a CT230 or recently received yours, what kind of wait time was your dealing telling you? I was told "2-4 weeks, but probably closer to 4". I've also...

Looking for the best deal on this baby with loader,mid-pto and rear hydro. Im in mid-Mich and best I can find is $16,800 all in. Many of you are talkinh $3000,$4000 less. I am willing to travel a...

I purchased a CT230 back in July 09. Its got 53 hours on it now and been running flawlessly for the 53 hours. Today while doing some light snow work and moving frozen pumpkins into the compost. I...

I have been thinking about how nice it would be to have a hoe around the house ;) , maybe I should clarify, a backhoe. I have been looking at used mini excavators a little and they are a little...

Wanted to ask 230 owners and everybody else(so chime in) what size BoxBlade they are running and why I was looking for a 5.5 for the 230 but they are harder to come by and figured I would go up to...

One issue has come up with regard to the hydraulics for my Woods backhoe. That is, should I use the rear hydraulic A-B ports, or go to the trouble of tapping into the power-beyond and plumbing a...

On my used Bobcat CT230 that I just got, the HST is bogging down on our gravel driveway when in high range going uphill. The driveway has a slightly increasing grade from 830 to 930 feet in...

I purchased a 2009 Bobcat CT230 with two hours on it about a month ago. I was told that the tractor was new, never used, and wasn't a demo unit. I did receive a $500 'old inventory' discount...

I'm looking at getting a CT230 or CT235. The most that I would be doing with it is moving a bucket full of gravel up an down my private drive and clearing up debris. In the winter, I'll use a...

Just received my new CT230. I still can hardly believe the price.... Under $12.5K for tractor, including bobtach 7TL FEL, AG tires, and single AUX remote valve. Delivered, including 9% sales...

Hi, Well after a marathon session of waiting, countless emails and telephone calls, my new machine was delivered just in time for Christmas. To condense the story, I signed the sales order on...

im ready to retire my international 300 utility, i was just quoted over phone for a 230 with free fel and 3500 rebate, and than i said i wanted the bob tack with forks and the rear tires loaded...

I was just delivered a new CT230 (30HP) w/FEL, turf tires and deluxe suspension seat all for just $9500. I can't believe what a great deal this was for a NEW tractor. I don't know how Bobcat can...

NEWBIE HERE, FIRST POST, SO FIRST OF ALL, THANKS IN ADVANCE.. I am looking at purchasing at CT225 or CT230, I saw on here a while back that someone had posted their invoice, where they got a...

Managed to get my CT230 4x4 stuck in a sunk hole...will it hurt it if I pull it from the back draw bar...or do I have to pull it from the front

Anyone using a 3 bottom plow with their CT230? I picked up a real nice Ford 3 bottom at an auction a few weeks ago and I am dying to try it out. Unfortunately, it is still too wet and still a...

Hi All, I have a 2009 Bobcat CT230 (White paint version of a Kioti CK30 HST) which looks to have developed a leak from inside the HST case. Background: Tractor is at the 500 hour service mark...

I have a CT230. Used it a week ago. Everything fine. Today, turned key to "glow plug" on position. Dash lights normal. When glow plug light went off, faint buzzing sound, NO Starter turn over...

I've been looking at used compact tractors for dirt work, mowing and tilling. Came across a dealer with a new Bobcat CT230 with loader. Not sure if it's a 2012 or 2013. I'm told it has 27 hours...

I'm needing a backhoe for my CT230, and have settled on the Woods BH75, mostly because of the smaller "parking footprint" for the detached hoe. Woods does not offer a subframe for the CT230, but...

I live in Washington state and the dealer here is asking $22,000 for the 230 FEL, and the 7foothoe with the 24" bucket (5 welded teeth). That seems incredibly too high for me after reading other...

I have a Bobcat CT230 compact tractor with a 3 cylinder diesel engine. I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction. We haven't had much snow this year, so I haven't had much use for...

I have a Bobcat CT230. Will not turn over with switch. I checked the fuses and the 5 amp fuse to the safety circuit was blown. I changed it, still would not start with the key. Jumpered the...

I have Bobcat ct230 with 500 hours on it I shut it off and it would not start again. My first thought was that I had ran it out of fuel. I got fuel filled it up and cranked it, no start. I then...

I just got a quote for a new CK20 HST with FEL for just under $13k. Just found a 2008 CK25 HST with FEL for about $13k, locally. One owner, private sale. 70 hours. Supposed to be in great...

I've been using my CT230 without issue for quite some time. I mowed about 2 weeks ago without issues. After I was done I parked it and we left for vacation. This evening I was going to mow, but...

Hello everyone. Long time lurker first time poster. Ive finally decided to take the plunge and buy a respectable tractor. Was originally looking at a new Cs2410 new but stumbled upon the...

Please enlighten me on these 2 tractors, I beleive them to be close with the exception of weight and some of the Bell and whistles that are found on the CT. I'm deciding on these 2 machines as the...

:) I just purchased a new CT230. It was a 2010 model and the only thing I wished it had was the quick attach bucket, but I got a deal that I couldn't pass up. Have any of you converted your FEL...

I have a new Bobcat CT230 with HST transmission. The RANGE SELECTOR (L-N-M-N-H) is frequently difficult to shift. The owner's manual has a "procedure" for getting the tractor in gear, but I'm...

My CT 230 got a wash job last week and I found scaling and corrsion aroudn the front bottom of the hood. I opened it up and the battery had leaked all over. Mind you I have not had my tractor...

Stopped by the dealer today and signed paperwork for a new CT230 with backhoe, pallet forks and York rake. This was the pre delivery inspection.

The fun begins!:cool2: Well, not so much fun yet, as all I've done so far is to move the backhoe assembly into my unheated shop, separate the subframe assembly from its shipping pallet, and do a...

Shut off tractor and pto properly to get down and move a limb and remove some wire that had fallen onto the brushhog. I got back on and it won't start. Motor turns over but won't start. The...

I'm looking for a compact tractor and shopping around. Funny thing when comparing weights. The Kubota 3200 is 1764 pounds. The Bobcat CT230 and CT235 are 3000 pounds! Go figure.

NEW TO FORUM ORDERED CT230 ON 7-14-09.HAVE NOT RECEIVED YET ,WAS JUST WONDERING ON HP ON TRACTOR.I WILL BE USING IT FOR FOOD PLOTS AND I HAVE A 5' BRUSH HOG AND A 48'' KK TILLER, WILL THIS TRACTOR...

Here is my first work light. I found these rubber cased work lights at Princess Auto for $6. I bought 2 but I only have one installed right now as I still need to mount my SMV sign and I'm not...

My 2008 CT230 cranks but won't start. I took out the fuel shut off solenoid and it runs great. Put in a new solenoid and turns over, starts when solenoid first clicks but shuts off at second...

Anyone know where I can get a replacement oil cooler other than the dealer? Mine just started to leak after 500+ hrs. The best price I found was $310.00.

I was using my CT230 the last couple of nights to haul firewood and push brush out of the way. It was running fine, I moved it so I could get the truck and when I got back to it, it wouldn't...

Managed to get a flat front tire (R4s). Never got around to asking the dealer how to change it and they are closed. How should I go about taking the lugs off? They are much smaller than my...

Some of you may have seen that I am considering a new CK20 HST vs a 100 hour 2008 Bobcat CT230 (basically a CK30 HST)...

Looking to buy a CT230 with 7TL bob-tach loader. Any issues storing this in garage with 7 ft. door. Rops folded of course.

hey guys my 1st problem has arose i was moving some brush in my grove when tractor died on me , i noticed my mid pto lever was real lose and the pto lite was lit up maybe some brush got in there...

picked it up today, new to me 98hr demo. Had the dealer install the quick attach front bucket setup to seal the deal. Bought this 5 foot bobcat plow for it. Going to look at bush hogger...

Can someone tell me where the brake pedals are on this tractor ? I'm in the process of looking for a new tractor and this is one of the things I'm looking at.

If all goes well, I get my 230 today. I signed the paperwork this morning and gave them directions. Now I hold my breath.. If it were not for the loaner I would have dumped this tractor and gone...

Hey Guys, Looking to buy soon. I'll be doing some dirt work to my property which includes a 150' x 4' tall retaining wall and a lot of leveling (BB work). When I'm not playing in the dirt the...

Okay, first this is a great website for info. I looking at a new Bobcat CT230 with a 80x back hoe or should I go with 2007 Kubota B26 with a thumb back hoe that has 370 hrs. It痴 going to be used...

I was using my CT230 the last couple of nights to haul firewood and push brush out of the way. It was running fine, I moved it so I could get the truck and when I got back to it, it wouldn't...

Hi, just thought I'd ask if any one else has had the same problem. Mine quit working around 45-50 hours. Would stop and start working when it wanted to. at 60 hrs stopped working...

Hello All, New to forum as a member, but have visited numerous times for guidance. I purchased a CT230 in the spring of 2010 and have also played with an 8N for 7+ years (my first tractor). I'm...

I know this stuff has been asked before, but it takes a lot of digging through years-old posts to find it. So I'll just ask. What are the part numbers for the following filters for the Bobcat...

I put 10% down and ordered a CT230 from a So Cal Bobcat dealer on July 1st. The dealer didn't have any in their inventory and told me that I will have to wait 4 to 6 weeks (which is agonizingly...

I had been using my CT230. I was going to drop the bucket. I set the brake and jumped off the tractor, and it died. Nothing happens when I turn the key. Nothing on the dash turns on. The...

Hi folks. My Bobcat CT230 (same as the CK30 HST) is bogging down when under load at RPMs over 2k. Air filter is good. Fuel filter replace several times. There's good fuel (drained/replaced...

I made the deal on a CT230 Friday. Talked to this dealer among about 10 other ones around the NorthEast last week. This dealer had the best deal I could get and is the second closest Bobcat...

Hi Everyone, I've got a a CT230 with a loader that uses the skid steer quick attach and one of the pins is frozen and will not release. I've tried a pipe on the handle, angling the bucket to...

I have a Bobcat CT230 with 850 hrs. I was working in my woods taking out some small trees with my loader and ratchet rake when the loader bolts on the Right side( If sitting in the seat) broke...

My CT230 won't hold a charge and requires a jump start every time I use it. The battery is the original Bobcat battery and I don't see any markings on what size it is for replacement. What CCA...

I am almost a new owner of a CT230. Dealer is finishing the final pricing and I should be able to take delivery next week. There is a GT72 for sale near me for $1400. Will the tractor handle that...

With all the talk of people having some issues with their Bobcat tractor, I just wanted to give them some praise. It started snowing here friday night, and snowed through the night and into...

Has anyone detached there pin on bucket? I would like to take my bucket to a welder that I know to have a couple bucket hooks welded on. It appears to have a retaining bolt at each pin on the...

Does anyone have a shop manual or parts manual for the Bobcat CT230? Seems like everything is available on eBay, etc - EXCEPT for the Bobcat Tractor line. Anybody know where these manuals might...

The deal is just too good, so I am ordering a CT230 today. The standard tires, according to Bobcat West, are 7-16 front and 9.5-24 rear AGs. That is very strange, considering that I bought a...

Had an issue while bush hogging. After hitting stump rear PTO jammed on. Was able to get it stopped by engaging clutch. Took bush hog off and noticeEd mid PTO arm shake broke. I have the mid...

Hi folks. I have a frequent and recurring bogging problem that appears to be debris or water in the fuel tank. Lines have been bled, fuel filter changed, etc. So, I'd like to take the fuel tank...

hello, i just notice my hydrolic fluid was lower than normal When I checked under the tractor, it is leaking. The leak is just in front of the mid range PTO, on the block, at least I think it's...

Hello everyone. Long time lurker first time poster. Ive finally decided to take the plunge and buy a respectable tractor. Was originally looking at a new Cs2410 new but stumbled upon the...

As the title says Ive been away (Family) and not using the tractor just had battery charging on a tender all the while that shows a good charge. Well Im back and now want to start it. Need to do...

Is this the BEST TIME TO BUY if the main goal is bang for the buck? My wife and I are considering a new CT230. We've been waiting for new incentives like they had two or three years ago. At...

I called the dealer checking on delivery for my 7/8 order on a CT230 (still no idea when) and he said that the free loader offer is going away soon too. I think he said 8/31. Just wondering if...

I just got a 3-point mount log splitter, did all the assembly, mounted it, and took it out to test some pesky rounds that I could not split without using wedges. It worked marvelously. But...

Hi, I own a CT230 (Kioti - CK30 in white). I am getting ready to do the 50 hr service before it freezes up. In the manual it says the front axle capacity is 4.5L each. Does this mean the entire...

This is my first time posting, been mostly reading. I bought a ct230 about a month and a half ago. Absolutely love the tractor. Anyway I want to add rear remotes soon and I'm wondering how...

Looked at a CT230 from head to toe. Lots of nice features. The joystick location is great. 1) Isn't the horsepower differance from engine to pto a bit much of a loss. 8hp 2) Since most 35hp...

Any advice on AGM battery brands? My original battery (from about 2011) is finally reaching it's life's end and I need to find a good, non-leaking replacement. I don't need a super-duty for cold...

I also have a bobcat 230 with a mid point hydraulic leak I see where other owners have the same problem but do not see the fix I have it split but cannot tell where the leak is any help anybody

Hello, I'm looking to get a used tractor primarily for snow removal on my acreage. I've found a low hour 2008 Bobcat CT230 with FEL and rear blade for a reasonable price. However, it doesn't have...

Howdy folks, My starter just spins and won't engage.:mad: Starter label is Valeo DSL E5500-6301. It looks like the whole starter will need to be purchased and not just a solenoid. Anybody have...

I was all set on purchasing a Kioti CK30 or Mckormick X.30 (same tractor) and I ran into a Bobcat CT230 being auctioned off from an out of state dealer going out of bussiness. Needles to say I got...

my ct230 hood wont release when knob is pulled. how do I get the hood open ?

Any idea on a reasonable price on the following Bobcat CT230? Bobcat CT230 Compact Tractor 30 Horsepower 325 Hours - approximate 1 Rear Auxiliary Remote Block Heater Loader and bucket with...

Well, last week my BOBCAT CT230 got a limb jammed into the fan blade while clearing brush from my woods. Unfortunately, about 1/2 of the blades broke off completely, and the remaining few had...

Can someone who actually has a ct230 please measure how wide it is across rear tires (with r4 tires), buying a snowblower for mine and need to know what size to get for sure. Thank you

I have been new tractor shopping and ran across a 2008 CT230, not to bad for the price. Does anyone have these “1st generation“ tractor? Pros/Cons. Thanks,

I have a slight problem. I was fueling up my 230 the other day with one of those wonderful gov't approved fuel cans and slipped off of the edge of the filler neck with that little nub. When I...

I am buying a bobcat ct230 with block heater,rear hyd, rear work light, upgraded seat, gp tires, and bob tach loader, we are at 17400 delivered is that a good deal Thanks Andy

I'm looking at the Woods 75BH as a backhoe for my CT235, but suspect I will need to make modifications for the subframe to fit up. The Woods subframe is apparently an exact fit at the rear...

I own an older CT230 that I use for varying duties on our 40 acres of land in northern Minnesota. I developed a very small hydraulic leak from the front of the joystick valve a few years back. I...

All, Looking to step up to a tractor from a lawnmower. I have 11 acres of which 2 acres is finished lawn(I have a nice mower now) and the rest is fields or woods. The fields are pretty heavy...

I just tried out a ct225 with the 66" mid mower and wasn't very impressed with the power. I noticed a bog at full speed in medium range (6.4 mph according to the brochure) Has anyone experienced...

Hello I have spent the whole summer building and installing a cab on my CT230, My problem is I have no heat and my temperature gauge does not read temperature when I hook up my heater core, The...

ATTACH=CONFIG]654054[/ATTACH] Long time lurker first time poster. It is leaking right behind the hose clamp and below the dental pick where I think the engine and tranny meet. There is a big...

I haven't been able to get my cruise control to work on my CT230. From what I understand, you just have to get up to speed, and then flip up the green lever. When I do that, and take my foot off...

Just picked up my used CT230 (2008 model with 100 hours) and have some questions about the suspension seat. How much travel do you guys get with your seat height adjustment? I'm 5'-10" and I...

Every time I go to use the lights the gauges die including tach, and I never get he lights to come on. only the flashers work. After abit everything come back to normal. Never get lights to come...

I will soon be getting my new 230. any suggestions on a backhoe? dealer is willing to deal due to long delay on delivery. thanks

I haven't used my CT230 in 2 months. Went to fire it up today...heater turned on, gauges worked along with horn but nothing happens when I turn the key. Any suggestions?

This is dumb...but I've had the headlights out for a few years. I can't for the life of me figure out how to put the bulb back in! nothing in the manual and I'm not finding a diagram anywhere...

Since Bobcat stopped selling tractors I figured I'd post this up here (Bobcat sub forum doesn't get the looks these days). I know there are some differences between the CT230 and the CK30 but...

Was Just Out Working With My Tractor Using The Bucket And My Land Scape Rake To Move Around Some Soil and It Was Working Fine Till I went to Shut Down For the Night My 3 point Is In The highest...

I sat on- but did NOT drive- both tractors (same dealer) yesterday as I begin to shop for something built in the 21st Century:D The price is similar, as is the HP, and "size". The Bobcat is 400...

Have a Bobcat CT230 (about 11 years old) with a FEL. Does anyone know where I can get a grapple for this tractor, if they are even available? Would be a whole lot easier moving piles of brush or...

Hi, I just purchased a CT230 on Saturday (delivery this week). My first tractor for my 17 acre property. It has a 7TL Bob-Tach FEL and a 60" tiller. My question is that I need to blade the drive...

Still searching for that perfect tractor for myself. I've pretty much narrowed it down to the 3 above. I understand the bobcat and kioti are pretty much the same machine except color. Although...

New battery, no horn , no flashers, not anything. Jumpered starter will turn over. Tested ignition switch with ohm meter. That appears fine. Checked all fuses. Is there a main fuse that would...

Just got delivery on my CT230 Saturday morning. After 3 years of research and countless trips to the Kioti, Kubota, JD and NH dealers I finally took the plunge and purchased the CT230 for 10,500...

pictures of the iowa storm we had around christmas time what a mess it dropped around 17 inches here this pic is a week later after a couple more inches of snow .

I am at 300hrs on my CT230 and I am at work so I don't have access to my owners manual so I was hoping one of you could tell me if it is just the filter that need changed at 300 or if it is the...

I'd like to fill my Bobcat CT230 rear tires with ballast. I found a local source with Rim Guard for $2.50/gallon and am planning to pick up 60 or so gallons next week. I've seen links to...

I've been searching for a new tractor that is a little bigger than what I have and I ran accross these. It looks like there where some really good deals a while back and I'm hoping I can still...

I got quoted 25200 delivered to my door for a ct230 w/ fel, backhoe and liquid ballest.

How hard is it to remove the loader from a CT230? Next summer my tractor may be placed in brush hog mode to groom 5 - 7 acres every couple of weeks. I don't want the loader on the machine when...

I came across this AD on craigslist for a CT230. Good price on a fairly new CT230. Bobcat CT230 Tractor w/Loader

After doing a LOT of lurking here I've found prices that people posted on these tractors but they are back in April of 2009. People were saying that they got this CT230 for between $9,500-$10,500...

How much less would you pay for a demo ct230 has around 150 hours with loader I am located in eastern nc/va area What would a good price be with full warranty Thank for the help/advice Tandy

First time post I really appreciate and read this forum. I am new to farm equipment and tractors but do have mechanical knowledge from working on cars when I was young. I have a CT 230 I...

My tractor will be transported to me from Vermont on Monday. Next weekend I would like to do the 50 hour maintenance as it is close. I know that Bobcat and Kioti tractors are similar (made by...

I closed the deal on a CT230 this week. Dealer is putting it together and should have it the week after the 4th. After shopping Kub, JD, Mck, Branson and NH, I went with the Bob. The dealer is...

Had the inner most line on my control valve shear off at the valve body. Was just moving stuff in a pretty open area. Hoping after the rain stops I can get back out and see if I can get the part...

ct230 bobcat tractor starter does not engage battery is charged lights on panel light up headlights come on safties all check ok. solenoid or relay? are there any in line fuses?

Good afternoon all, I am looking at purchasing a new Cat, and I know I had saw a post that dflek had where he got one around 10k...does anyone know where i can find this invoice on here to take a...

What was all done to this engine to meet the interim tier 4 emisions? Just high pressure rail? Thanks

Still searching for that perfect tractor for myself. I've pretty much narrowed it down to the 3 above. I understand the bobcat and kioti are pretty much the same machine except color. Although...

looking for one these tractors anyone know of any at a good price thanks

Looking for the best deal on this gem.In cent. mich and best I can find for trac,loader,mid pto rear hydro and gp tires is $16,800. Many of you are 3-4000 less .[I] am willing to travel for some...

Howdy, Would like to buy the RCR 1860 (chain guards and slip clutch) for my CT230. Brochure states the RCR 1860 needs a minimum of 20hp PTO which the CT230 (22hp PTO) can handle. Does anyone...

I bought the ct230 so far it seems good but the right side bob tach lever wont release the allen head bolt is hanging up on the frame.

I have a Bobcat CT230 tractor (30hp engine - 22hp @PTO) I live on the sandiest soil I have ever seen other than at the beach, so the grass isn't very thick. I rotate pastures and after I move...

ct230 bobcat tractor starter does not engage battery is charged lights on panel light up headlights come on safties all check ok. solenoid or relay?

I have a CT230 without a cab, but I have the opportunity to buy either a Harris cab that come off a Kubota L4500, for $450.00 at least I think it is a L4500 (Soft Doors) or a Harris cab that come...

ct230 bobcat tractor starter does not engage battery is charged lights on panel light up headlights come on safties all check ok. solenoid or relay?

I notice a small drip under the tractor could not tell where it was coming from. After a steady all day workout I started looking to see if the leak was going to reveal itself, and it did. The...

Stopped by the dealer today and signed paperwork for a new CT230 with backhoe, pallet forks and York rake. This was the pre delivery inspection.

Greetings: I was lucky enough to get a great deal on a Bobcat CT230 with a FEL. Now I'm looking for a 66" box blade that will not break the bank, and possibly a backhoe (used). I need to put...

Took delivery of my new tractor a CT230 with FEL and Bobcat brush hog. First tractor I've ever owned. But whatta machine for my property, thanks to all for your advice, both here and on the Kioti...