Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Kubota U36-4
The Kubota U36-4 digs 29cm deeper and is the bigger machine by 256kg. The Bobcat E35z has 0kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota U36-4 digs 29cm deeper.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 256kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E35z has 0kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Kubota U36-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 3755 kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 3410 mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 17.8 kw |
| Width | - | 1700 mm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Kubota U36-4. 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 0kW more power
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 U36-4 if...
- you want one that digs 29cm deeper
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 256kg
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Kubota U36-4?
The Kubota U36-4 digs 29cm deeper and is the bigger machine by 256kg. The Bobcat E35z has 0kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
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