Bobcat E10e vs Cat 305 CR
The Cat 305 CR is the heavier machine, at 5.7 t against 1.2 t.
The Bobcat E10e is ahead on: turns tighter, narrower to transport, lower to transport. The Cat 305 CR is ahead on: digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, more digging or pushing force, more hydraulic flow, faster.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Bobcat E10e and the Cat 305 CR drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Bobcat E10e | Cat 305 CR |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,201 kg | 5,695 kg |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 1.82 m | 3.42 m+88% |
| Max digging reachHigher is better | 3.145 m | 5.755 m+83% |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 1.818 m | 3.7 m+104% |
| Bucket digging forceHigher is better | 8 kN | 49 kN+493% |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 25 L/min | 133 L/min+432% |
| Travel speed (high)Higher is better | 2.9 km/h | 4.5 km/h+55% |
| Tail swing radiusLower is better | 0.55 m+50% | 1.095 m |
| Width of crawlerLower is better | 0.71 m+64% | 1.98 m |
| Overall height (to top of cab)Lower is better | 2.209 m+13% | 2.55 m |
| Overall length | 2.793 m | 5.305 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Overall length2.793 mTransport position5.305 m
Track length1.28 mUndercarriage length2.585 mOverall undercarriage length
Track length on ground0.968 mSprocket to idler centresNot published
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 canopy2.55 mOverall shipping height
Engine cover height0.992 mNot published
Ground clearance, counterweight0.363 mGround to underside of the upperstructureNot published
Blade height0.22 m0.415 mStraight blade
Tail swing radius0.55 mPlan view1.095 mTail swing without counterweight
Width of crawler (tracks expanded)1.1 mNot published
Width of crawler0.71 mJ, undercarriage retracted1.98 mTrack width
Shoe width0.18 mRubber track0.4 mTrack belt/shoe width
Tail swing radius, with counterweightNot published1.2 m
Overall height (to top of boom)Not published1.82 m
Overall height (to top of boom), long stickNot published1.895 m
Swing bearing heightNot published0.619 m
Overall length, long stickNot published5.34 m
Ground clearance (minimum)Not published0.335 mGround clearance
Performance
Max digging reach3.145 mWorking area B5.755 mMaximum reach, standard stick
Max reach at ground level3.093 mWorking area C5.59 m
Max digging depth1.82 mWorking area K3.42 m
Max vertical wall digging depth1.383 mWorking area J2.335 mVertical wall, standard stick
Max digging height2.685 mWorking area H5.215 m
Max dumping height1.818 mWorking area I3.7 mMaximum dump clearance, standard stick
Min front swing radius1.374 mWorking area D, from the machine centre lineNot published
Max blade height0.196 mWorking area E, above ground0.4 mBlade raised, above ground
Max blade depth0.23 mWorking area F, below ground0.65 mBlade lowered, below ground
Bucket rotation196°Working area ANot published
Boom swing offset, left0.413 mPlan view M0.615 mBoom swing left (plan view)
Boom swing offset, right0.471 mPlan view N0.865 mBoom swing right (plan view)
Boom swing, left67°72°
Boom swing, right64°50°
Bucket digging force8 kN49 kN
Arm digging force6 kN28 kNStick digging force, standard stick
Swing speed10.2 rpmSlew rate9.0 rpmMachine swing speed
Max drawbar pull10 kNNot published
Travel speed (high)2.9 km/h4.5 km/h
Travel speed (low)1.8 km/h2.8 km/h
Max digging depth, long stickNot published3.67 m
Max vertical wall digging depth, long stickNot published2.56 m
Max reach at ground level, long stickNot published5.835 m
Max digging reach, long stickNot published5.99 m
Max digging height, long stickNot published5.355 m
Max dumping height, long stickNot published3.845 m
Boom-in reachNot published2.57 mBoom in reach, standard stick
Boom-in reach, long stickNot published2.58 m
Arm digging force, long stickNot published25 kNStick digging force, long stick
Weight
Operating weight1,201 kgWith bucket, ISO 60165,695 kg
Transport mass1,102 kgNo attachmentNot published
Ground pressure28.8 kPaRubber tracksNot published
Operating weight, cab (minimum)Not published5,035 kg
Operating weight, canopy (minimum)Not published4,936 kg
Operating weight, canopy (maximum)Not published5,596 kg
Weight increase, counterweightNot published242 kg
Weight increase, long stickNot published34 kg
Weight increase, steel tracks with padsNot published375 kg
Weight increase, angle bladeNot published92 kg
Electric drive
Engine modelSchabmueller / Electric AM (TSA200) electric motor32 V (AC)Cat C1.7 Turbo
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 pump133 L/min
Max pressure190 barSystem pressure (auxiliary AUX1 relief)265 barOperating pressure, equipment
Auxiliary circuit flow, primary20 L/min80 L/min
Operating pressure, travelNot published265 bar
Operating pressure, swingNot published200 bar
Auxiliary circuit flow, secondaryNot published28 L/min
Service capacities
Hydraulic tank2.6 LHydraulic reservoir60 L
Hydraulic system, with tank9.4 LNot published
Fuel tankNot published63 L
Cooling systemNot published11 L
Engine oilNot published6 L
Hydraulic systemNot published75 L
Final drive (each)Not published1 L
Service intervals
Hydraulic oil and filter500 hoursNot published
Final drive oil1,000 hours2,000 hoursor 12 months
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
Engine oil and filterNot published500 hoursor 6 months
Hydraulic oilNot published2,000 hours
CoolantNot published12,000 hoursor 72 months
Engine
EmissionsNot publishedBrazil MAR-1 (equivalent to EU Stage IIIA)
Net powerNot published27.2 kW (36.5 hp)ISO 9249, 80/1269/EEC, at 2,400 rpm
Gross powerNot published29 kW (38.9 hp)SAE J1995:2014, at 2,400 rpm
BoreNot published84 mm
StrokeNot published100 mm
DisplacementNot published1.7 L
Travel
Max traction force, high speedNot published25 kN
Max traction force, low speedNot published51 kN
Ground pressure, minimum weightNot published26.9 kPa
Ground pressure, maximum weightNot published31.8 kPa
Gradeability (maximum)Not published30°
Blade
Blade widthNot published1.98 mStraight blade
Blade width, angle bladeNot published1.98 m
Blade height, angle bladeNot published0.4 m
Blade angle, left / rightNot published25°Angle blade, each side
Boom and stick
Stick lengthNot published1.351 m
Stick length, long stickNot published1.601 m
Sources: Bobcat Electric Compact Excavator E10e, E19e brochure B4501263-EN (EU, English) · Cat 305 CR Mini Excavator small Specalog AEHQ8406 (05-2022)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Bobcat E10e vs Cat 305 CR: questions
Which is bigger, the Bobcat E10e or Cat 305 CR?
By operating weight the Cat 305 CR is the biggest at 5.7 t, then the Bobcat E10e at 1.2 t.
Which digs deeper, the Bobcat E10e or Cat 305 CR?
The Cat 305 CR: Bobcat E10e 1.82 m, Cat 305 CR 3.42 m (max digging depth), a 88% difference.
Which reaches further, the Bobcat E10e or Cat 305 CR?
The Cat 305 CR: Bobcat E10e 3.145 m, Cat 305 CR 5.755 m (max digging reach), a 83% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Bobcat E10e or Cat 305 CR?
The Bobcat E10e: Bobcat E10e 0.55 m, Cat 305 CR 1.095 m (tail swing radius), a 50% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Bobcat E10e or Cat 305 CR?
The Bobcat E10e: Bobcat E10e 0.71 m, Cat 305 CR 1.98 m (width of crawler), a 64% 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.
