Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Kubota KX027-4
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 38cm (1ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX027-4 digs 38cm (1ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Kubota KX027-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 2364mm | 2740mm |
| Operating weight | 1905kg | - |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | - |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
| Width | - | 1400mm |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Kubota KX027-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E19 if...
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 KX027-4 if...
- you want one that digs 38cm (1ft) deeper
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 2740mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Kubota KX027-4?
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 38cm (1ft) deeper. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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