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Bobcat E85 vs Kubota KX080-4

The Bobcat E85 is about 3% heavier than the Kubota KX080-4 (8,608 vs 8,388 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

Engine output is effectively the same on both machines.

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

Bobcat machine similar to the Bobcat E85 (related model may be pictured)
Bobcat Bobcat E85
Kubota KX080-4
Kubota Kubota KX080-4
Operating weight 8,608 kg (19,000 lb)8,388 kg (18,500 lb)
Engine power 49 kW (66 hp)50 kW (67 hp)
Engine power ≈49 kW (66 hp)49.7 kW (66.6 hp) gross / 46.5 kW (62.3 hp) net
Max. dig depth 4.7 m (15 ft 5 in)—
Max. reach at ground level 7.2 m (23 ft 7 in)—
Max. dump height 5.1 m (16 ft 9 in)—
Bucket digging force 72.4 kN (16,269 lbf)—
Arm digging force 36.7 kN (8,253 lbf)38.1 kN (8,565 lbf)
Tail overhang ≈330 mm (13 in) — reduced tail swing—
R2-Series E88 (2022–) Bobcat D24 engine, 48.5 kW (65 hp)—
Max. digging depth —≈4.60 m (15 ft 1 in)
Max. vertical wall depth —≈3.85 m (12 ft 8 in)
Bucket breakout force —65.2 kN (14,660 lbf)
Engine model —Kubota V3307-CR, 4 cylinders, 3.3 L, turbo
Emissions —US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V
Strengths
  • + Strong 72 kN bucket digging force
  • + 5.1 m dump height loads full-size trucks
  • + Reduced tail swing (13 in overhang)
  • + Large Bobcat dealer network
  • + Kubota’s largest machine: real midi-excavator digging power
  • + Strong 65 kN bucket breakout
  • + Four-cylinder 3.3 L turbo with good torque
  • + Kubota dealer network and resale
Watch-outs
  • − Replaced by the E88 — new machines are the R2 model
  • − Heavy transport at 8.6 t
  • − Published lift figures vary by source
  • − Conventional tail swing — needs space
  • − Heavy transport (≈8.5 t)
  • − Superseded by the KX080-5 for new sales
Full E85 reviewFull KX080-4 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.