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Bobcat D30 vs Bobcat E19

The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 2,605kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

D30
Bobcat D30
Bobcat E19
Bobcat E19 - image: bobcat.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bobcat D30Bobcat E19
Operating weight4,510kg1905kg
Load capacity3,000kg-
Lift height2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent)-
EngineStage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW-
Travel speed20km/h-
Dig depth-2364mm
Engine power-10.1kW
Breakout force-12.63kN

Sources: Bobcat D30, Bobcat E19. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D30 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,605kg

A 3-tonne diesel forklift used on building sites and in yards for shifting pallets and building materials. It is bought and hired mainly for outdoor work where a diesel engine and rough-terrain tyres suit it better than an electric truck.

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Buy or hire the E19 if...

The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,905kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2364mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Bobcat E19?

The Bobcat D30 is the bigger machine by 2,605kg. The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.

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