Head to head
Avant 760i vs Bobcat E17z
The Avant 760i has 32kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 760i has 32kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 760i | Bobcat E17z | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 42 kW (56 hp) | 10.1kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1400 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 3100 mm | - |
| Weight | 2220 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1712kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2230mm |
| Breakout force | - | 11.92kN |
Sources: Avant 760i, Bobcat E17z. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 760i if...
- you want one that has 32kW more power
A heavier compact loader for tougher construction, groundworks and material handling jobs, running a wide range of Avant attachments. Used by contractors and plant hire fleets that need more lift than the 500 and 600 series.
Full 760i specifications →Buy or hire the E17z if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,712kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2230mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 760i and the Bobcat E17z?
The Avant 760i has 32kW more power. The Avant 760i is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 700 series; the Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing.
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