Answer
Jun 08, 2025 - 05:52 PM
Yes, this manual does cover the early Melroe Bobcat M600 models from 1968 to 1972.
Even though the copyright date shown on the cover is 2001, that simply refers to when this version of the manual was reprinted or digitized. The contents themselves are period-correct and specifically written for the original M600 series skid-steer loaders — along with the M444, M500, and M610 models. These machines were all manufactured during the late 1960s through the early 1970s, which makes this manual a perfect fit for units from the 1968–1972 range.
If you're restoring or maintaining one of these early models, this is the factory manual you'd want in your hands. All the original service procedures, torque specs, component diagrams, and troubleshooting steps are included — just like a Bobcat mechanic would’ve used back in the day.
