Replacing a Bobcat skid steer tail light involves more than finding a red lamp with a similar shape. Rear lighting can include a running or position light, brake function, lens, bulb, housing, wiring, or a complete rear-light assembly. The correct replacement also depends on the machine model, serial number, mounting side, housing design, and electrical connection.
This matters because Bobcat uses several rear-light components and configurations across skid steer and compact track loader families. Even machines with a similar rear lamp opening may use different service parts or wiring arrangements. A reliable replacement process should therefore begin with the original machine and lamp rather than with wattage or brightness claims.
Identify the Rear Light Function First
A rear red tail light serves a different purpose from a rear work light. A work light illuminates the ground or working area behind the machine, while tail and brake functions help communicate the vehicle’s presence and operation to people nearby.
Bobcat’s own parts information shows this distinction clearly. The company lists rear light assembly 6670284 as a complete replacement unit and separately lists the red lens, part 6672276, and the red-lens bulb, part 6649481. Bobcat also advises users to check equipment compatibility before ordering.
Before replacing the complete lamp, inspect what has actually failed. A damaged red lens does not necessarily require a new complete assembly. A lamp that does not illuminate may instead have a bulb, LED module, wiring, connector, or power-supply issue.
Identifying the failed function first helps avoid replacing the wrong component or confusing a rear tail light with a rear work light.
Check the Bobcat Model, Serial Number and Side
The latest TUFF PLUS agricultural lighting catalog lists the F0435 rear red light for a broad range of Bobcat equipment. The coverage includes older skid steer models, A-Series loaders, S-Series skid steers, and several T-Series compact track loaders.
| Machine Family | Models Listed in the Current Catalog |
|---|---|
| Earlier Bobcat models | 751, 753, 763, 773, 863, 864, 873, 963 |
| A Series | A220, A300, A770 |
| S Series | S100, S130, S150, S160, S175, S185, S205, S220, S250, S300, S330, S450, S510, S530, S550, S570, S590, S595, S630, S650, S740, S750, S770, S850 |
| T Series | T110, T140, T180, T190, T200, T250, T300, T320, T450, T550, T590, T595, T630, T650, T740, T750, T770, T870 |
This model list should be used as a fitment starting point rather than a universal guarantee. Bobcat’s official parts system also provides model compatibility information and encourages owners to check the exact equipment before ordering replacement parts.
The mounting side also deserves attention. Some rear light assemblies work on both the right and left sides, while newer LED assemblies can be side-specific. Bobcat currently lists separate rear left-hand and rear right-hand LED lights alongside the older complete rear assembly.
For this reason, record the full model and serial number before removing the original lamp, and confirm whether the replacement is for the left or right rear position.
Check the Housing, Connector and Mounting Arrangement
Physical fit is just as important as the machine model. Before ordering a Bobcat rear tail light, photograph the existing lamp from the front and rear. Record the housing shape, surrounding rubber mount or bezel, wire exit, connector, available depth, and the way the lamp sits inside the rear panel.
This is particularly important when the replacement fits into an existing rubber housing. A lamp may look correct from the front but still fail to seat properly if the retaining edge, housing depth, rear clearance, or wiring position differs.
The current TUFF PLUS catalog lists the Bobcat rear red light with a 12–24V input range, IP69K protection, and a 400mm bare-wire connection. The same page also labels the product as a concept under market evaluation, so buyers should confirm the latest production drawing and wiring specification before using those values for a bulk order.
Do not determine the electrical function from wire color alone. Confirm which circuit controls the running or position function and which controls the brake function. If the original machine uses a connector rather than bare wires, compare the connector type and pin layout before installation.
For a broader explanation of how rear, front, side, and high-mounted lamps serve different roles, see the Industrial Vehicle Lighting Positions & Visibility guide.
Evaluate F0435 as a Replacement by Fitment, Not Brightness
The F0435 Bobcat Rear Tail Light should be evaluated primarily by its application coverage, rear-light function, mounting arrangement, housing, and electrical connection.
The current catalog associates F0435 with a broad Bobcat model range and identifies it as a rear red tail light for skid steers and related machines. At the same time, the page lists 320W, 22000lm, and Wide Flood while marking the product as a concept under market evaluation.
Because those performance values have not yet been confirmed through a final engineering specification in the material provided, they should not be used as the basis for replacement selection. A rear tail light should first be matched by function, machine application, electrical system, housing, and installation requirements.
The same caution applies to approval references. The catalog lists EMC, R10, ECE, and RoHS, but buyers should confirm which documentation applies to the exact production version and intended lighting function before using an approval claim in an OEM or regulated application.
This approach is more reliable than comparing the replacement by wattage or lumen output, which are not the primary criteria for a rear tail-light replacement.
Use a Practical Replacement Check
A useful replacement process starts with the machine rather than the new lamp. Record the full Bobcat model, serial number, rear-light position, and market version if known. Then identify whether the failed part is the red lens, running or tail-light function, brake function, housing, wiring, or complete assembly.
Next, compare the original lamp with the proposed replacement. Check the housing shape, bezel or rubber mount, wire exit, connector, mounting depth, and surrounding clearance. When working remotely with a supplier, clear photographs and basic dimensions can reduce fitment errors.
Electrical checks should come before final installation. Confirm the vehicle voltage and identify the required rear-light circuits. If the original lamp uses a plug, compare the connector and pin arrangement instead of assuming that two similar lamps use the same wiring.
After installation, test every required lighting function before returning the machine to normal operation. Check the running or position light, brake function, and any other relevant rear-light function individually.
For dealer, fleet, or distributor orders, it is sensible to install one sample on a representative machine before placing a larger order. This can confirm fitment, wiring, mounting retention, and function before the same product is applied across multiple machines.
The goal is not to find the brightest rear lamp available. A good Bobcat skid steer tail light replacement restores the correct lighting function, fits the original machine securely, and matches the electrical configuration.
FAQ
Does the F0435 fit every Bobcat model listed in the catalog?
The catalog lists a broad range of Bobcat machines, but buyers should still confirm the complete model, serial number, mounting side, original lamp, and housing before ordering.
Do I need to replace the complete rear light if only the red lens is damaged?
Not always. Bobcat separately lists a red tail-light lens, a red-lens bulb, and a complete rear light assembly for compatible machines. Check which component has failed before replacing the whole assembly.
Is a Bobcat rear tail light the same as a rear work light?
No. A rear work light illuminates the working area behind the machine. A tail or brake light communicates the machine’s presence and braking function.
What information should I provide when checking fitment?
Provide the complete Bobcat model and serial number, left or right rear position, photographs of the lamp and housing, connector or wiring details, and any part number visible on the original component.
Should I use the published wattage and lumen figures to select F0435?
Not at this stage. The current catalog still labels the product as under market evaluation, so function and fitment should be used as the main selection criteria until the final engineering specification confirms the performance values.