Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Volvo ECR88D
The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | - |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Volvo ECR88D. 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 ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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