Product Description
Which Width Is Right for Your T590?
- Factory-installed width on most T590s
- Lower tension on rollers → longer undercarriage life
- Best for hard surfaces: concrete, asphalt, packed gravel
- Better maneuverability in tight spaces
- SKU: B320X86X49C-BTT590
- Distributes T590's 8,000 lb weight over a larger footprint
- Reduces psi → less lawn & turf damage
- Ideal for soft/wet ground, mud, landscaping work
- Larger footprint absorbs more impact — softer ride on rough terrain
- SKU: B400X86X49C-BTT590
Not sure which to choose? Most T590s leave the factory with 320mm tracks, but both widths install on the same undercarriage without modification. Or just call us at 800-966-6640 and tell us your machine — we'll match you in 30 seconds.
C-Lug Tread — Is It Right for Your Work?
| Pattern | Best Used For |
|---|---|
| C-Lug ✔ | Mixed terrain · grading · site work · on/off road · concrete & dirt |
| Block | General purpose · hardpack · dirt · long pavement runs |
| Z-Lug | Steep grades · snow · ice · maximum traction applications |
| Bar | Flat terrain · large ground contact · stability on firm surfaces |
| Split Bar | Bidirectional traction · shock absorption · smooth ride on varied ground |
| Q-Tread | Multi-directional traction · good all-around performance |
| Turf | Lawns · landscaping · minimal ground disturbance |
Non-marking white rubber also available — C-Lug and Split Bar patterns. See non-marking options →
The C-Lug is the most versatile pattern for T590 operators doing mixed work — think landscaping, excavation, building sites, and utility work where you're moving between gravel, dirt, and pavement. The "C" shaped notches create more edges than a block tread, giving better traction on softer ground without sacrificing the smooth ride needed on concrete. Seven standard patterns and two non-marking options are available — see the full selection at the bottom of this page.
Know Your Machine: Bobcat T590 Undercarriage Facts
The T590 is Bobcat's mid-range vertical-lift CTL — sitting between the T550 and T630 in the 500 series. At ~8,000 lbs operating weight with a 2,100 lb rated operating capacity, it puts approximately 5.1–5.7 psi ground pressure on standard 320mm tracks.
What's Inside the Track
| Component | Specification | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Cores | Drop-forged steel embeds · pitch-spaced | Maintain track shape · resist deformation under load · engage sprocket cleanly |
| Steel Cords | Acid-washed · continuous cord layer | Carry tensile load · prevent stretching · hold pitch dimension over time |
| Rubber Compound | Wear-resistant · premium bonding agent | Protects cords from moisture · bonds all layers · absorbs impact on hard surfaces |
| C-Lug Tread | C-shaped notches create more biting edges than block or bar patterns | Self-cleaning in mud. Smooth on pavement. |
| Lug Height | ~1" nominal new depth | Replace when worn below ⅓ remaining (~⅓") — traction loss accelerates past that point |
Is It Time to Replace Your T590's Tracks?
| What You're Seeing | What It Means | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Exposed steel cords | Carcass worn through — moisture will corrode cords | Replace immediately |
| Flat or missing lugs | Tread depth below ⅓ of original 1" — traction loss | Plan replacement soon |
| Track won't hold tension | Carcass has stretched beyond adjuster range | Replace track · inspect adjuster |
| Cracks around guide bars | Aging rubber · UV damage · abrasive turning | Monitor closely, plan replacement |
| Track jumping off | Tension too loose OR guide bar/idler damage | Check tension first · inspect guide bars |
At ~8,000 lb operating weight the T590 accelerates track wear faster than lighter machines. On abrasive surfaces (concrete, asphalt), expect 1,200–1,500 hours from quality replacement tracks.
Track Dimensions
| Size | Width | Pitch | Links | SKU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 320mm Width (320×86×49) | 320mm (12.6") | 86mm | 49 | B320X86X49C-BTT590 |
| 400mm Width (400×86×49) | 400mm (15.7") | 86mm | 49 | B400X86X49C-BTT590 |
Complete Your T590 Undercarriage
Replacing tracks? Consider replacing your sprockets at the same time — worn sprockets destroy new tracks. All parts below are confirmed to fit the Bobcat T590.
All Tread Patterns Available for the T590
All patterns fit both 320mm and 400mm widths. Sold individually. Free shipping.
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