Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 103kW more power. The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 205kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 103kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 205kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | 16 kN |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | - |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 205kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 103kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 103kW more power. The Bobcat E19 is the bigger machine by 205kg. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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