Bobcat RogueX Cabless Electric Loader concept at Conexpo 2023

Peter Haddock caught up with Joel Honeyman, VP of Innovation, on the Bobcat stand to find out all about the new concept. Joel:" We asked the engineers how a Bobcat would look if you designed it with no cab, all electric and advanced connectivity for semi and full autonomy or remote control. And the RogueX is what they came up with. "Of course, with no cab, you can also change the geometry of a machine, and this is why the lift arm is very unique with a radius and a vertical path on the same platform.

This gives us an additional 24 inches of reach and a machine capable of carrying heavier loads." With the concept machine, the team has continued its relationship with Moog Construction to deliver the 'All Electric' capability using its TerraTech Electrification Ecosystem that comprises key components, controls and software.

Other tech includes an onboard radar system and GPS connectivity to support semi-autonomous functions on the journey to full autonomy and of course, the mobile phone remote control capability. There is a lot going on with RogueX, and with its big rubber tracks, some might say it's One Tough Animal!!