Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Caterpillar 301.7 CR
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,584kg and digs 58cm (2ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,584kg.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E35z digs 58cm (2ft) deeper.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E35z has 3kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Caterpillar 301.7 CR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 15.7 kW (21 hp) |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Caterpillar 301.7 CR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,584kg
- you want one that digs 58cm (2ft) deeper
- you want one that has 3kW more power
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 301.7 CR if...
The Cat 301.7 CR is Caterpillar's roughly 2 tonne mini excavator, built around the Cat C1.1 engine and backed by Caterpillar's dealer network for parts and service. It is specified on UK sites for the same drainage, groundworks and utility jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and Takeuchi TB216, with buyers often citing Cat's residual values and dealer support over price. It is one of the smaller models in Caterpillar's wider mini excavator line-up, which extends up to around 10 tonnes.
Full 301.7 CR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Caterpillar 301.7 CR?
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,584kg and digs 58cm (2ft) deeper. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator.
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