Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Kubota K008-3
The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 925kg and has 3kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 925kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E19 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Kubota K008-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | 980kg |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | - |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Kubota K008-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E19 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 925kg
- you want one that has 3kW more power
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,905kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2364mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full E19 specifications →Buy or hire the K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg 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.
Listed by
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Kubota K008-3?
The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 925kg and has 3kW more power. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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