Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Kubota KX015-4
The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 435kg and has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 435kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E19 has 1kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E19 digs 11cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Kubota KX015-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | up to 1470kg |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | 2250mm |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 9.6kW (13hp) |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
| Width | - | 990mm |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Kubota KX015-4. 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 435kg
- you want one that has 1kW more power
- you want one that digs 11cm deeper
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 KX015-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,470kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX015-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Kubota KX015-4?
The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 435kg and has 1kW more power. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota KX015-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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