Bobcat E10e vs Kubota KX057-4

The Kubota KX057-4 is the heavier machine, at 5.6 t against 1.2 t.

The Bobcat E10e is ahead on: turns tighter. The Kubota KX057-4 is ahead on: digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, faster.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Bobcat E10e and the Kubota KX057-4 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.

Bobcat · mini excavator
Bobcat E10e
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Kubota KX057-4
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At a glance

Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.

Figure	Bobcat E10e	Kubota KX057-4
Operating weight	1,201 kg	5,600 kg
Max digging depthHigher is better	1.82 m	3.865 m+112%
Max digging reachHigher is better	3.145 m	6.24 m+98%
Max dumping heightHigher is better	1.818 m	4.18 m+130%
Travel speed (high)Higher is better	2.9 km/h	4.9 km/h+69%
Tail swing radiusLower is better	0.55 m+57%	1.27 m
Overall length	2.793 m	5.52 m

All specifications

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FigureBobcat E10e Kubota KX057-4

Dimensions

Overall length2.793 mTransport position5.52 m

Track length1.28 mUndercarriage length2.5 mcrawler length

Track length on ground0.968 mSprocket to idler centres1.99 mtumbler distance

Swing centre to blade0.987 mMachine centre line to bladeNot published

Swing centre to front (transport)2.153 mNot published

Overall height (to top of cab)2.209 mTop of TOPS canopyNot published

Engine cover height0.992 mNot published

Ground clearance, counterweight0.363 mGround to underside of the upperstructureNot published

Blade height0.22 m0.41 m

Tail swing radius0.55 mPlan view1.27 m

Width of crawler (tracks expanded)1.1 mNot published

Width of crawler0.71 mJ, undercarriage retractedNot published

Shoe width0.18 mRubber track0.4 mrubber

Overall heightNot published2.55 m

Overall widthNot published1.96 m

Ground clearance (minimum)Not published0.31 m

Performance

Max digging reach3.145 mWorking area B6.24 mmax digging radius

Max reach at ground level3.093 mWorking area C6.11 mmax digging radius at ground

Max digging depth1.82 mWorking area K3.865 m

Max vertical wall digging depth1.383 mWorking area J1.71 m

Max digging height2.685 mWorking area H5.74 m

Max dumping height1.818 mWorking area I4.18 m

Min front swing radius1.374 mWorking area D, from the machine centre lineNot published

Max blade height0.196 mWorking area E, above ground0.44 m

Max blade depth0.23 mWorking area F, below ground0.41 m

Bucket rotation196°Working area ANot published

Boom swing offset, left0.413 mPlan view MNot published

Boom swing offset, right0.471 mPlan view NNot published

Boom swing, left67°Not published

Boom swing, right64°Not published

Bucket digging force8 kN5,070 kgfmax breakout force, bucket

Arm digging force6 kN2,560 kgfmax breakout force, arm

Swing speed10.2 rpmSlew rate9.3 rpm

Max drawbar pull10 kNNot published

Travel speed (high)2.9 km/h4.9 km/h

Travel speed (low)1.8 km/h2.8 km/h

Weight

Operating weight1,201 kgWith bucket, ISO 60165,600 kg

Transport mass1,102 kgNo attachmentNot published

Ground pressure28.8 kPaRubber tracks0.323 kgf/cm2 (4.59 psi) rubber tracks

Electric drive

Engine modelSchabmueller / Electric AM (TSA200) electric motor32 V (AC)Kubota V2607-DI

Maximum power7.5 kW (10 hp)At 3,000 rpmNot published

Max torque30 NmAt 2,400 rpmNot published

BatteryLi-ion, 51.8 V (DC)Not published

Battery capacity11.52 kWh (2 x 5.76)Not published

Hydraulics

Pump flow25 L/minTotal hydraulic capacity, triple gear pump56.1 L/min (14.8 gpm) variable x 2 + 37.0 L/min (9.8 gpm) gear

Max pressure190 barSystem pressure (auxiliary AUX1 relief)Not published

Auxiliary circuit flow, primary20 L/minNot published

Auxiliary flowNot published75 L/minAUX1; AUX2 37 L/min (9.8 gpm)

Service capacities

Hydraulic tank2.6 LHydraulic reservoir45 Lreservoir

Hydraulic system, with tank9.4 L79 L

Fuel tankNot published75 L

Service intervals

Hydraulic oil and filter500 hoursNot published

Final drive oil1,000 hoursNot published

Grease fittings, except frame10 hoursevery 10 hours or dailyNot published

Grease fittings, frame50 hoursNot published

Battery, inverter and motor cables (check)250 hoursor 12 months; check cables and connectionsNot published

Working range

Min turning radiusNot published2.42 m

Boom swingNot published70 deg. left / 55 deg. right

Max traction forceNot published6,567 kgf

Engine

DisplacementNot published2.6 L

Gross powerNot published35.5 kW (47.6 HP)SAE J1995, at 2,200 rpm

Net powerNot published33.8 kW (45.4 HP)SAE J1349, at 2,200 rpm

Blade

Blade widthNot published1.96 m

Sources: Bobcat Electric Compact Excavator E10e, E19e brochure B4501263-EN (EU, English) · Kubota KX057-4 brochure 8783-02-CL (Kubota Canada, 2009-09), copy on kitchingplanthire.co.uk

Drawn to scale

Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.

Bobcat E10eKubota KX057-4Same scale, front edges and ground lined up.

Bobcat E10e vs Kubota KX057-4: questions

Which is bigger, the Bobcat E10e or Kubota KX057-4?

By operating weight the Kubota KX057-4 is the biggest at 5.6 t, then the Bobcat E10e at 1.2 t.

Which digs deeper, the Bobcat E10e or Kubota KX057-4?

The Kubota KX057-4: Bobcat E10e 1.82 m, Kubota KX057-4 3.865 m (max digging depth), a 112% difference.

Which reaches further, the Bobcat E10e or Kubota KX057-4?

The Kubota KX057-4: Bobcat E10e 3.145 m, Kubota KX057-4 6.24 m (max digging reach), a 98% difference.

Which turns tighter, the Bobcat E10e or Kubota KX057-4?

The Bobcat E10e: Bobcat E10e 0.55 m, Kubota KX057-4 1.27 m (tail swing radius), a 57% difference.

Where do these figures come from?

Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.

Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?

Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.