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Bobcat E42 specs

digging depth
3.17 m
power
31.8 kW (42.6 hp)
operating weight
4,459 kg

Bobcat E42 specifications

Bobcat E42 conventional-tail-swing mini excavator, Tier 4 (EPA), redesigned Bobcat engine, 42.6 hp, standard-arm column, from Bobcat's North American E42 product page captured 10/10/22. The page prints imperial units only, so metric values are exact conversions of the printed figures and the printed figure is kept as imperialText. The page has no dimension drawing, so there are no lettered dimensions.

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Dimensions

Overall length
5.093 m
Overall width
1.849 m
Overall height (to top of cab)
2.517 m

Performance

Max digging depth
3.17 m
Max reach at ground level
5.27 m
Max dumping height
3.84 m
Bucket digging force
43 kN
Arm digging force
26 kN
Rated lift capacity
2,232 kg
Travel speed (high)
5.3 km/h
Travel speed (low)
2.6 km/h
Boom swing, left
75°
Boom swing, right
50°

Weight

Operating weight
4,459 kg

Engine

Emissions
Tier 4 (EPA)
Gross power
31.8 kW (42.6 hp)

Hydraulics

Auxiliary circuit flow
76 L/min
Auxiliary circuit relief
210 bar

Source: Bobcat NA E42 Compact (Mini) Excavator product page, saved as PDF 10/10/22 (specifications table)

Bobcat E42 service

What each system holds and when Bobcat says to change it, with genuine filters and oils. The oil grade for your build is in its operator's manual.

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  1. Check the dipstick on level ground before the shift; the sump is small, so a slow leak shows as low oil quickly.

Confirm fluid grades in your machine's operator's manual: they vary by build year and climate.

Service capacities

Fuel tank
71.9 L19 gal

Compare the Bobcat E42

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Moving a Bobcat E42

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Length
5.09m
Width
1.85m
Height
2.52m
Weight
4.5t
  • RoadA beavertail or flatbed truck
  • SeaA 20 ft flat rack, out of gauge (over-height): expect a surcharge

Bobcat E42 prices and listings in the UAE

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About the Bobcat E42

The Bobcat E42 is a 4.46-tonne mini excavator rated at 31.8 kW (42.6 hp).

For transport it measures 5.093 m long and 1.849 m wide, and its tank holds 71.9 L of fuel.

A mini excavator: a compact tracked digger, light enough to trailer and narrow enough for gardens, basements and utility work between buildings.

Typical jobs: trenching for services, landscaping and garden work, footings and foundations, demolition in tight spaces.

Bobcat E42 questions

How much does a Bobcat E42 weigh?

4,459 kg (9,830 lb) in working order, with fuel, operator and standard attachment.

What engine and horsepower does the Bobcat E42 have?

Its engine rated at 31.8 kW (42.6 hp) gross.

How deep can a Bobcat E42 dig?

The Bobcat E42 digs to 3.17 m (10.4 ft).

How wide is a Bobcat E42?

1.849 m (72.8 in) wide, which decides the gates and paths it gets through.

What are the Bobcat E42's dimensions?

5.09 m long, 1.85 m wide and 2.52 m high, from Bobcat's dimension drawing.

How do you transport a Bobcat E42?

Road: a beavertail or flatbed truck. Sea: a 20 ft flat rack, out of gauge (over-height): expect a surcharge.

What is the Bobcat E42's fuel tank capacity?

71.9 L (19 gal).

What are the Bobcat E42's main competitors?

The machines nearest it in size are the Kubota KX040-4, the John Deere 50 P-Tier, the XCMG XE45U Pro. Each has a side-by-side comparison on EquipmentsFinder.

Is the Bobcat E42 sold in the UAE?

Yes. The Bobcat E42 is sold in the UAE and the Gulf, the USA, other markets worldwide; builds can differ by market, so check emissions and options with the dealer.

What is a Bobcat E42 used for?

A mini excavator: a compact tracked digger, light enough to trailer and narrow enough for gardens, basements and utility work between buildings. Typical jobs: trenching for services, landscaping and garden work, footings and foundations, demolition in tight spaces.

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