Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Kubota KX060-5
The Kubota KX060-5 has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,942kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 29kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 1,942kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX060-5 digs 76cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Kubota KX060-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 5441 kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 3875 mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 47.6 kw |
| Width | - | 1960 mm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Kubota KX060-5. 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 KX060-5 if...
- you want one that has 29kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,942kg
- you want one that digs 76cm (2.5ft) deeper
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Kubota KX060-5?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,942kg. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator.
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