Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Yanmar ViO38-6 digs 17cm deeper and has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Yanmar ViO38-6 digs 17cm deeper.
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO38-6 has 1kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO38-6 is the bigger machine by 76kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 ViO38-6 if...
- you want one that digs 17cm deeper
- you want one that has 1kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 76kg
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Yanmar ViO38-6 digs 17cm deeper and has 1kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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