Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Kubota KX018-4
The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 185kg. The Kubota KX018-4 digs 2cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 185kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX018-4 digs 2cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Kubota KX018-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | up to 1720kg |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | 2380mm |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | - |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
| Width | - | 1300mm |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Kubota KX018-4. 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 185kg
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 KX018-4 if...
- you want one that digs 2cm deeper
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,720kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2380mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX018-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Kubota KX018-4?
The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 185kg. The Kubota KX018-4 digs 2cm deeper. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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