Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs JCB 35Z-1
The JCB 35Z-1 digs 36cm (1ft) deeper and is the bigger machine by 57kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the JCB 35Z-1 digs 36cm (1ft) deeper.
- Operating weight: the JCB 35Z-1 is the bigger machine by 57kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 35Z-1 has 0kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 3556 kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 3.48 m |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 18.4 kW |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, JCB 35Z-1. 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 35Z-1 if...
- you want one that digs 36cm (1ft) deeper
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 57kg
- you want one that has 0kW more power
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the JCB 35Z-1?
The JCB 35Z-1 digs 36cm (1ft) deeper and is the bigger machine by 57kg. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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