Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Kubota KX016-4
The Bobcat E35z has 9kW more power and digs 87cm (3ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bobcat E35z has 9kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E35z digs 87cm (3ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Kubota KX016-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | up to 1540kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 2250mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 9.6kW (13hp) |
| Width | - | 1240mm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Kubota KX016-4. 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 has 9kW more power
- you want one that digs 87cm (3ft) 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 KX016-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,540kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX016-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Kubota KX016-4?
The Bobcat E35z has 9kW more power and digs 87cm (3ft) deeper. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota KX016-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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