Looking Back at the Classic Bobcat Melroe 500

If you have ever spent an afternoon poking around an old farm or a small-town equipment auction, you have likely crossed paths with a bobcat melroe 500. This little machine is a genuine piece of history, often recognized by its boxy frame and that iconic white-and-red paint job that has seen better days. It isn't just a relic, though; for a lot of folks, it was the first real introduction to what a skid steer could actually do. ...

February 14, 2026 · 7 min · Henriette Lourdes