Comparison · Mini excavator

Bobcat E10e vs Wacker Neuson EZ17

The Wacker Neuson EZ17 is about 60% heavier than the Bobcat E10e (1,904 vs 1,189 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Wacker Neuson EZ17 has about 75% more engine power (14 kW (19 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 Bobcat E10e	Wacker Neuson Wacker Neuson EZ17
Operating weight	1,189 kg (2,600 lb)	1,904 kg (4,200 lb)
Engine power	8 kW (11 hp)	14 kW (19 hp)
Motor power	7.5 kW (10 hp) electric	—
Max. dig depth	≈1.82 m (6 ft)	≈2.5–2.6 m (8 ft 2 in–8 ft 6 in)
Width	71 cm retracted / 109 cm extended (28 / 43 in)	990 mm (39 in)
Tail swing	Zero 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	—	≈13.8 kW (18.5 hp)
Reach at ground level	—	≈3.9–4.0 m (12 ft 9 in–13 ft 2 in)
Engine	—	Yanmar 3TNV80F, three cylinders
Travel	—	Two speeds as standard; up to ≈4.8 km/h (3 mph)
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)	+ Zero tail swing at under 1 m width + Yanmar engine + Two-speed travel standard + European design, popular in rental
Watch-outs	− Higher purchase price than a diesel micro excavator − Runtime depends on duty cycle — plan charging − Small machine: limited depth and breakout force	− Published official specs less accessible − Smaller dealer network outside Europe
	Full E10e review	Full EZ17 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.