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Bobcat E50 vs SANY SY50U

The SANY SY50U is about 10% heavier than the Bobcat E50 (5,310 vs 4,843 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Bobcat E50 has about 9% more engine power (37 kW (50 hp) vs 34 kW (46 hp)).

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

Bobcat E50
Bobcat Bobcat E50
SANY SY50U mini excavator
SANY SANY SY50U
Operating weight 4,843 kg (10,700 lb)5,310 kg (11,700 lb)
Engine power 37 kW (50 hp)34 kW (46 hp)
Engine power 37.1 kW (49.8 hp)33.7 kW (45.2 hp) net / 35.5 kW (47.6 hp) gross at 2,400 rpm
Max. dig depth 3.54 m (11 ft 7 in) standard arm; 3.93 m (12 ft 11 in) long arm3.45 m (11 ft 4 in)
Max. reach at ground level 5.94 m (19 ft 6 in), standard arm5.74 m (18 ft 10 in)
Bucket digging force 39.9 kN (8,977 lbf)—
Arm digging force 30.0 kN (6,744 lbf) standard; 25.6 kN (5,751 lbf) long arm—
Bucket breakout force (ISO) —36.8 kN (8,273 lbf)
Stick digging force (ISO) —25.0 kN (5,620 lbf)
Engine model —Yanmar 4TNV86CT, four cylinders, turbo
System —Load sensing
Max. flow —144 L/min (38 US gal/min) at 27.5 MPa (3,989 psi)
Auxiliary flow —80 L/min (21.1 US gal/min)
Vertical wall dig depth —2.59 m (8 ft 6 in)
Strengths
  • + 49.8 hp engine — strong for a 5-tonner
  • + Standard and long arm options
  • + High arm digging force with the standard arm
  • + Bobcat dealer and attachment network
  • + Four-cylinder turbo Yanmar engine
  • + High hydraulic and auxiliary flow
  • + Good breakout force
  • + Competitive price
Watch-outs
  • − Heavier transport than 3–4 t machines
  • − Specs vary between sources and model years
  • − Premium attachment pricing at some dealers
  • − Resale lower than established brands
  • − Dealer support varies
Full E50 reviewFull SY50U 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.