Head to head
Bobcat E10z vs Kubota U10-5
The Bobcat E10z digs 2cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E10z digs 2cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E10z | Kubota U10-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 1,820 mm | 1800mm |
| Operating weight | 1,176 kg | - |
| Engine power | 7.5 kW | - |
| Retracted track width | 71 cm | - |
Sources: Bobcat E10z, Kubota U10-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E10z if...
- you want one that digs 2cm deeper
The Bobcat E10z is a zero tail swing micro excavator built for confined internal and garden work, competing directly with the JCB 8008 CTS for the same narrow-access hire jobs. Its zero tail swing design lets it rotate its upper structure without the counterweight overhanging obstacles, unlike some other micro excavators of this size. It is typically hired for basement, extension and small landscaping work rather than bought outright.
Full E10z specifications →Buy or hire the U10-5 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 1800mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E10z and the Kubota U10-5?
The Bobcat E10z digs 2cm deeper. The Bobcat E10z is a a sub-1.2 tonne zero tail swing micro excavator; the Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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