Head to head
Bobcat E17z vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 320kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 320kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E17z | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 1712kg | - |
| Dig depth | 2230mm | - |
| Breakout force | 11.92kN | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: Bobcat E17z, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E17z if...
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 Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 320kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E17z and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 320kW more power. The Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..
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