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Bobcat 773 2009 Parts Catalog – Don’t Order a Part Until You Read This

You’ve got a Bobcat 773 with a busted hydraulic line. You’re flipping through a generic parts list online and the numbers don’t match. I’ve been there. Twenty-eight years in the shop, and I still see guys order the wrong part because they didn’t have the factory documentation. This 2009 Bobcat 773 Parts Catalog is 742 pages of OEM part numbers, serial number breaks, and disposition codes. It’s not a service manual—it tells you exactly which bolt, filter, or seal goes where. You want to fix it once? Start here.

Reading the General Information Section First

Page 2 lays out the rules. Before you call the dealer, you need the model number and complete serial number. The catalog lists serial number breaks like “S/N 500K11001 & Above” and “S/N 518111001 – 518114999.” If you skip that step, you’ll order a part that doesn’t fit. The manual also explains left-hand and right-hand orientation—from the operator’s seat facing forward. That matters when you’re swapping a control lever. And pay attention to the abbreviation list: NSS means Not Serviced Separately. You don’t waste time ordering a component you can’t get alone.

What Does “As Needed” Quantity Mean?

You’ll see an “x” in the quantity column on some illustrations. That means you order what you need—no fixed count. A hose assembly might use an “x” because the length varies by build. Don’t just order one if you need two. And don’t assume the illustration shows every fastener. Check the remarks column. It may say “See Illustration…” and point you to another page. This catalog is built for accuracy, not speed reading.

3 Critical Sections in This Parts Catalog

The Bobcat 773 Parts Catalog is broken into major systems. You get dedicated sections for the Bobcat Interlock Control System (BICS), the hydrostatic drive, the lift arms, and the cab. Each section groups parts by assembly. You can trace a part from the exploded view to the part number in seconds. The BICS section covers the seat bar switch, the controller, and the harness—critical for safety lockout issues. If the machine won’t start, you look there first. The catalog also includes translation and decal kits – AR for Argentina, BR for Brazil, JP for Japan – so you can order the correct operator manual decals.

BICS System Parts: Why the Catalog Matters

The 773 is equipped with the Bobcat Interlock Control System. If you’re chasing an electrical gremlin in the safety circuit, you need the factory part numbers. Aftermarket catalogs will show a generic switch. This manual gives you the exact Bobcat part number, the wire colors, and the orientation. No guesswork. The BICS harness is listed with its own illustration and quantity. I’ve seen guys order a seat bar switch that looked the same but had a different connector. That’s a wasted day. Use the factory listing.

Disposition Codes Save You Time

At the bottom of the parts list, you’ll see letters in brackets – [A], [B], [C], [D]. [A] means Use Up – the old stock is still good. [B] means Use Up on Other Applications – maybe it fits earlier models. [C] means file a PDR report with Bobcat Parts Sales. [D] means part number error – don’t order that number. These codes keep you from ordering a superseded part that’s been replaced. I check disposition on every major assembly before I call the dealer. It takes ten seconds and saves a return trip.

If you’re working on a Bobcat compact loader, you already know that the wrong seal can leak 50 hours in. This catalog cross-references part numbers with serial ranges across six different break points. The 2009 edition covers S/N 500K11001 and up, plus five other ranges. That’s machine coverage from early production through late 2009 revisions. For earlier models, look at related manuals like Bobcat T3571, T3571L 2005 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs or Bobcat S/N 5310, S/N 5309 2005 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs and Bobcat S130 2005 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs.

For a broader view of the machinery industry and how parts catalogs fit into repair workflows, check Automotive Industry Overview and Automotive Industry Overview.

Q: Can I use this catalog to service the engine?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It lists part numbers, not repair procedures. You need the factory service manual for torque specs and removal steps.

Q: Where do I find the serial number on my Bobcat 773?

Look on the frame tag near the operator seat or on the left side of the chassis.

Q: What does the abbreviation S/L mean in the catalog?

S/L stands for Service Letter. Bobcat occasionally issues updates that affect part numbers. Check with your dealer if you see this next to a part.

Q: I ordered a part using this catalog and it didn’t fit. What happened?

Verify you used the correct serial number break. The catalog covers multiple S/N ranges. If you used S/N 500K11001 & Above but your machine is below that break, the part is wrong. Also check the disposition code; if it says [D] you ordered an error number. If everything checks, contact Bobcat Parts Sales with the PDR form referenced on page 2.

When I’m ordering parts for a customer’s 773, I don’t trust aftermarket catalogs. They reprint generic numbers that skip serial breaks. This factory document came off Ken Cook’s press in 2009 with Bobcat Company’s stamp on it. Every illustration, every quantity, every note matches the production line. You want to keep that machine running without racking up return fees? Access the Factory Manual.