Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Kubota K008-5
The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 930kg and digs 64cm (2ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 930kg.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E19 digs 64cm (2ft) deeper.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E19 has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 7.6kW |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Kubota K008-5. 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 930kg
- you want one that digs 64cm (2ft) deeper
- 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.
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 E19 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 930kg and digs 64cm (2ft) deeper. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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