Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Kubota K008-5
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 2,524kg and has 11kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 2,524kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E35z has 11kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E35z digs 1.4m (4.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 7.6kW |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Kubota K008-5. 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 2,524kg
- you want one that has 11kW more power
- you want one that digs 1.4m (4.5ft) deeper
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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Kubota K008-5?
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 2,524kg and has 11kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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