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Bobcat E50 vs Wacker Neuson ET65

The Wacker Neuson ET65 is about 39% heavier than the Bobcat E50 (6,718 vs 4,843 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Wacker Neuson ET65 has about 14% more engine power (42 kW (56 hp) vs 37 kW (50 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 E50
Bobcat Bobcat E50
Wacker Neuson ET65
Wacker Neuson Wacker Neuson ET65
Operating weight 4,843 kg (10,700 lb)6,718 kg (14,800 lb)
Engine power 37 kW (50 hp)42 kW (56 hp)
Engine power 37.1 kW (49.8 hp)≈42 kW (56 hp)
Max. dig depth 3.54 m (11 ft 7 in) standard arm; 3.93 m (12 ft 11 in) long arm4.18–4.19 m (13 ft 9 in)
Max. reach at ground level 5.94 m (19 ft 6 in), standard arm—
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—
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
  • + 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
  • + 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
  • − Heavier transport than 3–4 t machines
  • − Specs vary between sources and model years
  • − Premium attachment pricing at some dealers
  • − Smaller dealer network than Japanese brands in some regions
  • − Conventional tail swing
Full E50 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.