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"It represents everything Bobcat has accomplished as an
organization over six decades, and it signifies our vision for the
future. We embrace and honor our history, so it was particularly
special to have some of the company's pioneers and early leaders
here. But we wanted to bring them together with those who are
moving us forward into the new era — those who will help us
build the next million loaders."
A dAy fILLed wIth events
The general public was invited to an assortment of Bobcat-
sponsored events, including a 5K run/walk in Gwinner, Bobcat
factory tours, carnival-type festivities in the Gwinner Park and
a "Bobcat square dance" loader performance by four brothers
who have 130 years of combined service at Bobcat Company. The
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) also made the
1960 — Invented the first true
skid-steer loader.
1962 — The name "Bobcat" is
used for the first time on the new
and improved model M-440.
1970 — The exclusive Bob-Tach
mounting system is introduced,
allowing fast and easy attachment
changes for Bobcat loaders.
1981 — The 743 loader is
introduced.
1999 — Introduced the first
compact track loader with a
solid-mounted undercarriage
manufactured in the United States.
2009 — Launched M-Series
compact loader line.
2011 — The M-Series loader
models S850 and T870 became the
largest and most powerful in the
Bobcat lineup.
2013 — The M-Series 500 frame-
size loaders replaced the popular
S185 and T190. This loader size is
the most popular in the world and
has been for two decades.
2014 — Produced the millionth
Bobcat loader.
— Information and photos provided
by Bobcat Company.
timeline
Above Left: North Dakota Lt. Gov. Drew Wrigley addresses the crowd. Above Right: North Dakota U.S. Senator John Hoeven.
