Head to head
Bobcat E55z vs Kubota K008-3
The Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 4,291kg and has 29kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 4,291kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E55z has 29kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E55z | Kubota K008-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5271kg | 980kg |
| Engine power | 36.4kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 3434mm | - |
| Breakout force | 30.99kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E55z, Kubota K008-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E55z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,291kg
- you want one that has 29kW more power
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.3 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3434mm. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
Full E55z specifications →Buy or hire the K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E55z and the Kubota K008-3?
The Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 4,291kg and has 29kW more power. The Bobcat E55z is a midi excavator, zero tail swing, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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