Earthmoving · Equipment guide

Mini Excavators in Canada

Mini and compact excavators bring 360-degree digging capability to landscaping, utilities, residential construction and restricted-access jobsites. Their value comes from access, controllability and attachment versatility rather than maximum production alone.

Orange mini excavator with Kubota branding, canopy, bucket and blade

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79 models · 8 manufacturers

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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E10 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E10 Mini Excavator

R-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
2,593 lb1,176 kg
Dig Depth
6 ft1,829 mm
Reach at Ground Level
10 ft 2.4 in3,109 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E17 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E17 Mini Excavator

R2-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
3,774 lb1,712 kg
Dig Depth - Standard Arm
7 ft 3.8 in2,230 mm
Reach at Ground Level - Standard Arm
12 ft 10.8 in3,932 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E20 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E20 Mini Excavator

R2-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
4,167 lb1,890 kg
Dig Depth - Standard Arm
8 ft 4.2 in2,545 mm
Reach at Ground Level - Standard Arm
14 ft 1.2 in4,298 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E26 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E26 Mini Excavator

R-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
6,489 lb2,943 kg
Dig Depth - Standard Arm
9 ft 6.4 in2,906 mm
Reach at Ground Level - Standard Arm
16 ft4,877 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E32 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E32 Mini Excavator

R2-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
7,403 lb3,358 kg
Dig Depth
10 ft 1.2 in3,078 mm
Reach at Ground Level
16 ft 2.5 in4,940 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E35 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E35 Mini Excavator

Current E35 product family page · North America

Operating weight
7,659 lb3,474 kg
Dig depth
10 ft 1.2 in3,078 mm
Reach at ground level
17 ft 0.3 in5,189 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E38 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E38 Mini Excavator

R2-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
7,893 lb3,580 kg
Dig Depth
10 ft 1 in3,073 mm
Reach at Ground Level
17 ft5,182 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E40 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E40 Mini Excavator

R2-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
9,180 lb4,164 kg
Dig Depth - Standard Arm
10 ft 10.4 in3,312 mm
Reach at Ground Level - Standard Arm
17 ft 11.2 in5,466 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E48 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E48 Mini Excavator

R2-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
9,830 lb4,459 kg
Dig Depth - Standard Arm
10 ft 4.8 in3,170 mm
Reach at Ground Level - Standard Arm
17 ft 3.6 in5,273 mm
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Mini Excavators

Current E55 product page · North America reference

Operating weight
11,357 lb5,152 kg
Dig depth
11 ft 4.8 in3,475 mm
Reach at ground level
19 ft 4.8 in5,913 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E60 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E60 Mini Excavator

R2-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
12,315 lb5,586 kg
Dig Depth - Standard Arm
13 ft 1.2 in3,993 mm
Reach at Ground Level - Standard Arm
20 ft 6 in6,248 mm
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Mini Excavators
Current manufacturer model

Bobcat E88 Mini Excavator

Bobcat E88 Mini Excavator

R2-Series · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
19,600 lb8,890 kg
Dig Depth - Standard Arm
15 ft 2 in4,623 mm
Reach at Ground Level - Standard Arm
23 ft 6.5 in7,176 mm
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Choosing mini excavators for the job

Compare tail swing, machine width, blade configuration, transport weight and auxiliary hydraulics against the actual work. Trailer and tow-vehicle limits can be as important as digging performance.

Machine types and configurations

  • Micro excavators
  • Compact conventional-tail
  • Reduced-tail-swing
  • Zero-tail-swing
  • Cab and canopy configurations

Specifications that matter

SpecificationWhy it matters
Operating and transport weightCheck the travel configuration against trailer space, access restrictions and route requirements.
Overall widthCheck the travel configuration against trailer space, access restrictions and route requirements.
Digging depthShows whether the configured machine fits the required work envelope.
Tail overhangCheck clearance behind the machine throughout its swing, especially near walls and traffic.
Auxiliary flowDetermines powered-attachment capability and circuit requirements.
Blade dimensionsMust suit the material, work envelope, machine geometry and configuration.
Coupler typeMatch the exact attachment interface, locking system and hydraulic connections.

Before buying used

  • Check boom swing, slew play and blade pins
  • Inspect rubber tracks, sprockets and lower rollers
  • Confirm auxiliary lines and coupler operation with the intended work tools
Ownership costs to consider

Cost drivers

  • Rubber tracks and lower rollers
  • Boom-swing and slew components
  • Pins, bushings and coupler wear
  • Compact emissions systems
Plan your transport

Transport checklist

  • Check trailer payload after attachments
  • Measure actual width and overall height
  • Secure buckets and tools separately where required
  • Verify tow vehicle, hitch and axle ratings independently

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