Bobcat / Compact Excavators

E48

Name: Bobcat E48
Brand: Bobcat

Explore the Bobcat E48 compact mini excavator, a popular choice in the 4-ton size class that excels on jobsites with superior precision, performance and power.

Current U.S. catalog31 verified fieldsChecked Aug 10, 2026

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OptionalAir Conditioning

OptionalAngle Blade

5820 lbfArm Digging Force

StandardAuxiliary Hydraulics

20 gpmAuxiliary Hydraulics Flow

3045 psiAuxiliary Pressure

Standard configuration31 sourced fields

Air ConditioningOptional

Angle BladeOptional

Arm Digging Force5820 lbf

Auxiliary HydraulicsStandard

Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow20 gpm

Auxiliary Pressure3045 psi

Boom Swing - Left75 deg

Boom Swing - Right50 deg

Bucket Digging Force9601 lbf

Cab EnclosureOptional

Cab Height99.1 in

Dig Depth10.4 ft

Engine ShutdownStandard

Fuel Tank19 gal

Horsepower42.6 hp

Length200.5 in

Lift Radius118 in

Max Dump Height150.6 in

Operating Weight9830 lbs

Quick Tach SystemStandard

RadioOptional

Reach at Ground Level17.3 ft

Rubber TrackStandard

Selectable Auxiliary Hydraulic FlowStandard

Tail Swing Overhang12 in

Transport Length200.5 in

Travel Speed - Low1.6 mph

Travel Speed (Maximum)3.3 mph

Turbocharged EngineStandard

Weight Class4 t

Width72.8 in

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