Head to head
Bobcat E55z vs Kubota K008-5
The Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 4,296kg and has 29kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 4,296kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E55z has 29kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E55z digs 1.71m (5.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E55z | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5271kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 3434mm | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 36.4kW | 7.6kW |
| Breakout force | 30.99kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E55z, Kubota K008-5. 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 4,296kg
- you want one that has 29kW more power
- you want one that digs 1.71m (5.5ft) deeper
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.
Listed by
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E55z and the Kubota K008-5?
The Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 4,296kg and has 29kW more power. The Bobcat E55z is a midi excavator, zero tail swing, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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