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Comparison · Mini excavator

Bobcat E35 vs Bobcat E50

The Bobcat E50 is about 41% heavier than the Bobcat E35 (5,000 vs 3,550 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Bobcat E50 has about 100% more engine power (36 kW (48 hp) vs 18 kW (24 hp)).

Bobcat E35 compact excavator
Bobcat Bobcat E35
Bobcat E50
Bobcat Bobcat E50
Operating weight 3,550 kg (7,800 lb)5,000 kg (11,000 lb)
Engine power 18 kW (24 hp)36 kW (48 hp)
Engine power ≈18 kW (25 hp)≈36 kW (48 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈3.1 m (10 ft)≈3.6 m (11 ft 10 in)
Tail swing Zero tail swing—
Width ≈1.7 m (5 ft 8 in)—
Emissions EPA Tier 4 / EU Stage V (by market)—
Strengths
  • + Zero tail swing for work beside walls and traffic
  • + Wide range of Bobcat attachments
  • + Strong dealer network in North America and Europe
  • + Easy to transport
  • + Strong performance
  • + Large attachment range
Watch-outs
  • − Engine is modest for heavy attachments
  • − Less stable over the side than conventional-tail machines
  • − Heavier to tow
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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.