Head to head
Bobcat E17z vs Kubota U10-3
The Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 592kg and has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 592kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E17z has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E17z | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1712kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2230mm | - |
| Breakout force | 11.92kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E17z, Kubota U10-3. 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 592kg
- you want one that has 3kW more power
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.
Full E17z specifications →Buy or hire the U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Full U10-3 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E17z and the Kubota U10-3?
The Bobcat E17z is the bigger machine by 592kg and has 3kW more power. The Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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