Head to head
Bobcat E10z vs Kubota U50-5
The Kubota U50-5 has 33kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,599kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U50-5 has 33kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 3,599kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota U50-5 digs 1.55m (5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E10z | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,176 kg | 4,775kg |
| Dig depth | 1,820 mm | 3,370mm |
| Engine power | 7.5 kW | 40.4kW |
| Retracted track width | 71 cm | - |
Sources: Bobcat E10z, Kubota U50-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E10z if...
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.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Used Trailers Northern Ireland - GG Plant Sales - Dromore
Buy or hire the U50-5 if...
- you want one that has 33kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,599kg
- you want one that digs 1.55m (5ft) deeper
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E10z and the Kubota U50-5?
The Kubota U50-5 has 33kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,599kg. The Bobcat E10z is a a sub-1.2 tonne zero tail swing micro excavator; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
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