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Bobcat 5246, 5247 2003 Parts Catalog – No-Risk Parts Ordering

If you’ve ever ordered a part for a Bobcat 5246, 5247 2003 Parts Catalog machine only to find it doesn’t fit because the serial number break was wrong, you understand why this manual exists. I’ve seen techs waste a full day chasing a hydraulic hose that looked right but turned out to be from a different production run. That’s billable hours you don’t get back. This 362-page factory document cuts that nonsense out.

What This 362-Page Parts Catalog Delivers

Every exploded view, every part number in this catalog comes straight from Bobcat Company – printed in 2003, covering serial numbers 5246 11001 & above and 5247 11001 & above. You aren’t looking at a re-drawn aftermarket schematic where dimensions got fudged. The reference numbers on each page tie directly to Bobcat’s own parts system. Need a filter element for the hydrostatic drive? Page references inside the catalog point you to the exact part number – no flipping back and forth through vague indexes.

Look at page 3 of the OCR sample: the maintenance items table lists part numbers like 6667352 (fuel element), 6598362 (inner air cleaner cartridge), 6674687 (battery). Each line includes a serial number flag and a quantity. That level of detail is what keeps you from ordering one air filter when the machine takes two. I’ve seen a shop lose a rental contract because they had the wrong belt on a 250-hour service. Ten minutes with this table would have fixed it.

Maintenance Items: Filters and Fluids You Need to Know

The catalog devotes the first several pages to maintenance items – exactly the stuff that gets ordered wrong. Engine oil filter 6684783, fuel element 6667352, inner and outer air cleaner cartridges (6598362 and 6598492). Fluid capacities are listed in imperial gallons: hydraulic/hydrostatic fluid comes in 2.5 gal, 5 gal, or 55 gal drum (part numbers 6563328, 6722344, 6563330). Motor oil options include 10W30 CE/SG and 15W40 CE/SG, each available in quart, gallon, or 2.5-gallon containers. If your supplier tells you “this should work,” you can pull out the catalog and prove them wrong.

Service Schedule Intervals: 50 and 250 Hours

Two service schedules are detailed: the 50-hour and the 250-hour. The 50-hour kit is straightforward – oil filter (6675517 in a 6-pack) and motor oil. The 250-hour service adds steering lever pivot grease (6658266), engine/hydrostatic drive belt (6736775), cooling fan drive gearbox lubricant (6634393), and alternator belt (7100572). Having these part numbers in hand before you crack the first bolt means you stage everything on the bench, not run to the dealer mid-job. That matters when the customer is waiting.

Parts Number Accuracy: Why OEM Beats Aftermarket

Aftermarket catalogs often consolidate parts across multiple serial number ranges, leaving you to gamble. This factory catalog splits by serial number break – 5246 above 11001 and 5247 above 11001 – and lists each part with its own reference number. The risk of grabbing a wrong filter because a generic book said “interchangeable” disappears. I’ve had to redo a hydraulic fluid change on a 5247 because the aftermarket diagram showed a different filter head. This manual would have stopped that before it started.

Who Needs This Catalog?

If you own or maintain a Bobcat 5246 or 5247 loader, this catalog belongs on your bench. Home garage guys who do their own service will save the markup from parts counter guesswork. Small fleet operators can keep a digital copy central so every tech pulls from the same data. Even a pro shop that runs a mix of compact equipment will find the exploded views helpful for diagnosing weird hydraulic leaks. The 362 pages cover everything from the interlock control system (BICS) components down to the smallest seal.

Skip the aftermarket reprints. This is the original factory document, produced by Bobcat Company in 2003. The page references, part numbers, and serial number breaks are what the dealer uses. You can match your machine’s VIN to the range and order with certainty.

Related Manuals You Might Need

• Bobcat 5246 5247 2003 Parts Catalog
• Bobcat T3571, T3571L 2005 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs
• Bobcat S/N 5310, S/N 5309 2005 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs

For a broader look at the automotive equipment standards these machines operate under, see the Automotive Industry Overview and the same Automotive Industry Overview for context on manufacturing protocols.

FAQ

Does this catalog include engine overhaul parts or just maintenance items?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It covers replacement parts – filters, belts, fluids, seals, and hydraulic components – with exploded views and part numbers. Engine internal rebuild specs are not here; you would need the separate service manual for torque values and clearance limits.

How do I verify a part number from this catalog against my machine?

Locate your loader’s serial number (on the frame tag inside the cab near the ROPS). Confirm it falls under S/N 5246 11001 & Above or 5247 11001 & Above. Then cross-reference the part number from the catalog’s reference table with your local Bobcat dealer’s system. Every part number in this catalog matches the factory database as of 2003. If the number has been superseded, the dealer will tell you – but you won’t be guessing from a blurred photocopy.

Stop ordering parts by guesswork and dead-reckoning. Access the Factory Manual now and keep the right parts staged for every service interval.