Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Kubota KX018-4
The Bobcat E35z digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E35z digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Kubota KX018-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | up to 1720kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 2380mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | - |
| Width | - | 1300mm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Kubota KX018-4. 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 digs 74cm (2.5ft) 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 KX018-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,720kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2380mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX018-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Kubota KX018-4?
The Bobcat E35z digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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