Bobcat / Compact Excavators

E88

Name: Bobcat E88
Brand: Bobcat

The Bobcat® R2-Series E88 Compact Excavator delivers big performance in a compact machine, with a redesigned engine, optimized lift performance, plus undercarriage and counterweight improvements that make this excavator one of the highest-performing excavators in its size class.

Current U.S. catalog30 verified fieldsChecked Aug 10, 2026

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OptionalAngle Blade

8620 lbfArm Digging Force

StandardAuxiliary Hydraulics

25.1 gpmAuxiliary Hydraulics Flow

3045 psiAuxiliary Pressure

64 degBoom Swing - Left

Standard configuration30 sourced fields

Angle BladeOptional

Arm Digging Force8620 lbf

Auxiliary HydraulicsStandard

Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow25.1 gpm

Auxiliary Pressure3045 psi

Boom Swing - Left64 deg

Boom Swing - Right61 deg

Bucket Digging Force15130 lbf

Cab EnclosureStandard

Cab Height100 in

Dig Depth182 in

Engine ShutdownStandard

Fuel Tank30.6 gal

Heater Air ConditioningStandard

Horsepower65.4 hp

Length249.6 in

Lift Radius118 in

Max Dump Height16.5 ft

Operating Weight19600 lbs

Quick Tach SystemOptional

RadioOptional

Reach at Ground Level282.5 in

Rubber TrackStandard

Selectable Auxiliary Hydraulic FlowStandard

Transport Length249.6 in

Travel Speed - Low1.6 mph

Travel Speed (Maximum)2.7 mph

Turbocharged EngineStandard

Weight Class8 t

Width86.6 in

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