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Bobcat E10e vs Wacker Neuson ET65

The Wacker Neuson ET65 is about 465% heavier than the Bobcat E10e (6,718 vs 1,189 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Wacker Neuson ET65 has about 425% more engine power (42 kW (56 hp) vs 8 kW (11 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Bobcat and Wacker Neuson in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Bobcat machine similar to the Bobcat E10e (related model may be pictured)
Bobcat Bobcat E10e
Wacker Neuson ET65
Wacker Neuson Wacker Neuson ET65
Operating weight 1,189 kg (2,600 lb)6,718 kg (14,800 lb)
Engine power 8 kW (11 hp)42 kW (56 hp)
Motor power 7.5 kW (10 hp) electric—
Max. dig depth ≈1.82 m (6 ft)4.18–4.19 m (13 ft 9 in)
Width 71 cm retracted / 109 cm extended (28 / 43 in)—
Tail swing Zero tail swing—
Digging breakout force 5.6 kN (1,260 lbf)—
Battery Lithium-ion; ≈11.5–12.7 kWh reported by dealers and trade press—
Runtime A full 8-hour working day with recharging during operator breaks (Bobcat); ≈4 h continuous (dealer figure)—
Fast charging External super-charger: ≈80% in about 1 hour—
Standard charging Overnight from a standard 230 V supply (on-board charger)—
Local emissions Zero exhaust emissions; low noise—
Engine power —≈42 kW (56 hp)
Digging radius —≈6.9 m (22 ft 8 in)
Breakout force (max.) —50.7 kN (11,400 lbf)
Tear-out (biting) force (max.) —30.8 kN (6,920 lbf)
Engine —Four-cylinder turbo diesel, 2,216 cm³
Boom —Monoblock or articulated (adds reach, depth and dump height)
Strengths
  • + Zero exhaust emissions — can work indoors, in basements and in emission-free zones
  • + Very low noise for residential and night work
  • + Retractable tracks narrow to 71 cm for doorways
  • + Zero tail swing
  • + Lower running and maintenance costs than diesel (no engine oil, filters or DPF)
  • + Articulated boom option for close-in work and higher dumping
  • + Strong breakout for a 6-tonner
  • + Popular with tiltrotators in Europe
  • + German engineering and build quality
Watch-outs
  • − Higher purchase price than a diesel micro excavator
  • − Runtime depends on duty cycle — plan charging
  • − Small machine: limited depth and breakout force
  • − Smaller dealer network than Japanese brands in some regions
  • − Conventional tail swing
Full E10e reviewFull ET65 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.