Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Kubota U17-3a
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,799kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,799kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E35z has 7kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E35z digs 66cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 2,460mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 11.3kW |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Kubota U17-3a. 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 1,799kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that digs 66cm (2ft) 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 U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,799kg and has 7kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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