Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Bobcat E55z
The Bobcat E55z has 18kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,772kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bobcat E55z has 18kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 1,772kg.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E55z digs 32cm (1ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Bobcat E55z | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 5271kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 3434mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 36.4kW |
| Breakout force | - | 30.99kN |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Bobcat E55z. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z specifications →Buy or hire the E55z if...
- you want one that has 18kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,772kg
- you want one that digs 32cm (1ft) deeper
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.3 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3434mm. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Bobcat E55z?
The Bobcat E55z has 18kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,772kg. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Bobcat E55z is a midi excavator, zero tail swing, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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