Bobcat E50 vs Kubota KX057-4
The Kubota KX057-4 is the heavier machine, at 5.6 t against 5.15 t, and the Bobcat E50 has more power (37.1 kW against 33.8 kW).
The Bobcat E50 is ahead on: more power, narrower to transport. The Kubota KX057-4 is ahead on: digs deeper, reaches further, dumps higher, bigger fuel tank, faster.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Bobcat E50 and the Kubota KX057-4 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 E50 | Kubota KX057-4 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,151 kg | 5,600 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 37.1 kW+5% | 35.5 kW |
| Max digging depthHigher is better | 3.478 m | 3.865 m+11% |
| Max reach at ground levelHigher is better | 5.889 m | 6.11 m+4% |
| Max dumping heightHigher is better | 3.915 m | 4.18 m+7% |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 72 L | 75 L+4% |
| Travel speed (high)Higher is better | 4.5 km/h | 4.9 km/h+9% |
| Overall widthLower is better | 1.849 m+6% | 1.96 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Performance
Weight
Engine
Hydraulics
Service capacities
Working range
Blade
Sources: Bobcat Latin America E50 Mini Excavator product page (specifications) · 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 E50 vs Kubota KX057-4: questions
Which is bigger, the Bobcat E50 or Kubota KX057-4?
By operating weight the Kubota KX057-4 is the biggest at 5.6 t, then the Bobcat E50 at 5.15 t.
Which has more power, the Bobcat E50 or Kubota KX057-4?
The Bobcat E50: Bobcat E50 37.1 kW (49.7 hp), Kubota KX057-4 35.5 kW (47.6 HP) (gross power), a 5% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Bobcat E50 or Kubota KX057-4?
The Kubota KX057-4: Bobcat E50 3.478 m, Kubota KX057-4 3.865 m (max digging depth), a 11% difference.
Which reaches further, the Bobcat E50 or Kubota KX057-4?
The Kubota KX057-4: Bobcat E50 5.889 m, Kubota KX057-4 6.11 m (max reach at ground level), a 4% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Bobcat E50 or Kubota KX057-4?
The Kubota KX057-4: Bobcat E50 72 L, Kubota KX057-4 75 L (fuel tank), a 4% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Bobcat E50 or Kubota KX057-4?
The Bobcat E50: Bobcat E50 1.849 m, Kubota KX057-4 1.96 m (overall width), a 6% 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.
