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Bobcat E85 vs Yanmar ViO80-1

The Bobcat E85 is about 7% heavier than the Yanmar ViO80-1 (8,608 vs 8,065 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Bobcat E85 has about 26% more engine power (49 kW (66 hp) vs 39 kW (52 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Bobcat and Yanmar 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
Yanmar ViO80-1
Yanmar Yanmar ViO80-1
Operating weight 8,608 kg (19,000 lb)8,065 kg (17,800 lb)
Engine power 49 kW (66 hp)39 kW (52 hp)
Engine power ≈49 kW (66 hp)—
Max. dig depth 4.7 m (15 ft 5 in)4.13 m (13 ft 7 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)63.5 kN (14,275 lbf)
Arm digging force 36.7 kN (8,253 lbf)40.8 kN (9,170 lbf)
Tail overhang ≈330 mm (13 in) — reduced tail swing—
R2-Series E88 (2022–) Bobcat D24 engine, 48.5 kW (65 hp)—
Net power —39.3 kW (53.5 hp) at 1,900 rpm
Gross power —41.5 kW (56.2 hp) at 1,900 rpm
Vertical wall dig depth —3.78 m (12 ft 5 in)
Tail swing —Zero tail swing
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
  • + Zero tail swing on an 8-tonne machine — rare in the class
  • + Strong 63.5 kN bucket force
  • + Yanmar engine and hydraulics
  • + Good for street work and confined sites
Watch-outs
  • − Replaced by the E88 — new machines are the R2 model
  • − Heavy transport at 8.6 t
  • − Published lift figures vary by source
  • − Less power than some conventional 8-tonners (Cat 308 CR, TB290-2)
  • − Newer ViO80-7 available
  • − Regional spec differences
Full E85 reviewFull ViO80-1 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.