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3.5-Ton Mini Excavator Comparison

Kubota U35-4 vs. Bobcat E35

When you are looking for a 3.5-ton mini excavator, the choice almost always comes down to two iconic machines: the Kubota U35-4 and the Bobcat E35. Both are staple rigs on local jobsites, but they handle daily digging, hydraulic attachments, and cab life differently.

We put together this straight-shooting spec comparison to help you decide which machine makes the most sense for your everyday work.

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Kubota U35-4 compact excavator
Kubota U35-4 24.8 HP Tight-Tail-Swing Excavator
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At-a-Glance Spec Comparison

Core Spec Kubota U35-4 Bobcat E35 (25 HP Standard)
Engine Horsepower 24.8 HP Kubota E-TVCS Diesel 24.8 HP
Bucket Breakout Force 6,091 lbs 6,951 lbs
Operating Weight (Cab) 8,466 lbs 8,377 lbs
The Kubota Advantage

Where the Kubota U35 Leads the Jobsite

01

Standard Hydraulic Diverter Valve

Switch hydraulic oil flow between your thumb and secondary attachments right on the arm without unhooking lines or spilling fluid in the dirt.

02

No-DPF Maintenance Headaches

The clean-burning 24.8 HP Kubota engine delivers plenty of hydraulic flow while completely avoiding diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration cycles.

03

Wider Cab Entry & Intuitive Layout

Features a wider door opening, generous foot room, and an intuitive digital display panel positioned naturally in your line of sight.

Kubota excavator operator cab and hydraulic controls
Operator-Focused Design Built around long days in the cab.
Fair Comparison
Strong Numbers Don't Tell the Whole Story.
Daily usability matters
A Balanced Perspective

The Bobcat E35 Is Capable. The Difference Is in the Details.

Fair is fair: the Bobcat E35 is a capable machine with strong arm digging force and a tight zero-tail-swing profile. However, if you spend long days in the seat and value buttery-smooth hydraulic metering, quick attachment swaps, and lower long-term engine maintenance, our team consistently sees operators prefer the U35-4.

U35
See It in Person

Test Drive the U35 at Our Shop

Specs on paper only tell part of the story. Stop by our yard, grab a cold drink, and jump in the cab of a fresh U35 to test the hydraulic controls for yourself. Our team is always here to help you get the right iron for your property or jobsite.

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Kubota U35-4 mini excavator available for a test drive
24.8 HP Engine
6,091 lbs Breakout Force
8,466 lbs Cab Weight