Head to head
Bobcat E55z vs Kubota U50-5
The Kubota U50-5 has 4kW more power. The Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 496kg and digs 6cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U50-5 has 4kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 496kg.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E55z digs 6cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E55z | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5271kg | 4,775kg |
| Dig depth | 3434mm | 3,370mm |
| Engine power | 36.4kW | 40.4kW |
| Breakout force | 30.99kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E55z, Kubota U50-5. 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 496kg
- you want one that digs 6cm 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.
Full E55z specifications →Buy or hire the U50-5 if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E55z and the Kubota U50-5?
The Kubota U50-5 has 4kW more power. The Bobcat E55z is the bigger machine by 496kg and digs 6cm deeper. The Bobcat E55z is a midi excavator, zero tail swing, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
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