Head to head
Bobcat E17z vs Kubota K008-5
The Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 737kg and has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 737kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E17z has 3kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E17z digs 51cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E17z | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1712kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 2230mm | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 7.6kW |
| Breakout force | 11.92kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E17z, Kubota K008-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E17z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 737kg
- you want one that has 3kW more power
- you want one that digs 51cm (1.5ft) deeper
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
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E17z and the Kubota K008-5?
The Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 737kg and has 3kW more power. The Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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