The Bobcat 430 is a mini excavator listed for 2005-2009. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 8,025 lb, approximately 42.8 hp and a listed digging depth of about 10.06 ft.
Key specifications
2005-2009Model years
8,025 lbMachine weight
42.8 hpEngine power
5.84 ftTransport width
10.06 ftDigging depth
10.25 ftDigging reach
Bobcat 430 size and digging visual
This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.
Top-view transport footprint
Length 16.07 ft • Width 5.84 ft
Side-view transport envelope
Length 16.07 ft • Height 4.99 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 10.06 ft • digging reach 10.25 ft
These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.
How the Bobcat 430 compares
These figures compare this machine with other Bobcat mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.
Machine weight8,025 lb
Low 2,476 lbAverage 6,801 lbHigh 12,002 lb
About 18% heavier than the Bobcat mini excavators database average. Around the 72nd percentile within this Bobcat mini excavators dataset.
Engine power42.8 hp
Low 9.9 hpAverage 30.2 hpHigh 53 hp
About 41% higher than the Bobcat mini excavators database average. Around the 78th percentile within this Bobcat mini excavators dataset.
Transport width5.84 ft
Low 2.33 ftAverage 4.74 ftHigh 6.43 ft
About 23% wider than the Bobcat mini excavators database average. Around the 76th percentile within this Bobcat mini excavators dataset.
Max. digging depth10.06 ft
Low 5.97 ftAverage 9.6 ftHigh 13.33 ft
Very close to the Bobcat mini excavators database average. Around the 50th percentile within this Bobcat mini excavators dataset.
This model Bobcat mini excavators average
Useful conversions and calculated specifications
Machine weight
8,025 lb (3,640 kg)
Engine power
42.8 hp (31.9 kW)
Transport length
16.07 ft (4.9 m)
Transport width
5.84 ft (1.78 m)
Transport height
4.99 ft (1.52 m)
Max. digging depth
10.06 ft (3.07 m)
Max. digging reach
10.25 ft (3.12 m)
Engine displacement
134.3 cu in (2.2 L)
Power-to-weight
5.3 hp/1,000 lb (11.8 hp/tonne)
Specification differences by production range
The 2005 listing is used as the baseline. Only later listed ranges with a different supplied value are shown below. U.S. customary units are shown first where a conversion is available, and missing data is not treated as a specification change.
2005-2009compared with 2005
Weight20058,025 lb (3,640 kg)→2005-20098,267 lb (3,750 kg)
Engine power200542.8 hp (31.9 kW)→2005-200940.1 hp (29.9 kW)
Transport length200516.07 ft (4.9 m)→2005-200916.4 ft (5 m)
Dredging depth200510.06 ft (3.07 m)→2005-200911.06 ft (3.37 m)
Listed years20052005→2005-20092005-2009
Max. reach horizontal200510.25 ft (3.12 m)→2005-200910.83 ft (3.3 m)
Tear-out force200517.17 kN→2005-200930.5 kN
Bobcat 430 FAQ
What years is the Bobcat 430 listed for?
The available source specifications list the Bobcat 430 for 2005-2009.
How much does a Bobcat 430 weigh?
The listed machine weight is about 8,025 lb (3,640 kg).
How much horsepower does the Bobcat 430 have?
The engine is listed at approximately 42.8 hp (31.9 kW).
How deep can the Bobcat 430 dig?
The listed maximum digging depth is about 10.06 ft (3.07 m).
What is the digging reach of the Bobcat 430?
The listed digging reach is about 10.25 ft (3.12 m).
How wide is the Bobcat 430?
The listed transport width is about 5.84 ft (1.78 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.
Model information
Listed years
2005
Machine type
Mini Excavator
Model rating
10,00 / 10
Capacity and performance
Weight
8,025 lb (3,640 kg)
Tear-out force
17.17 kN
Digging dimensions
Dredging depth
10.06 ft (3.07 m)
Max. reach horizontal
10.25 ft (3.12 m)
Dimensions and undercarriage
Transport length
16.07 ft (4.9 m)
Transport width
5.84 ft (1.78 m)
Transport height
4.99 ft (1.52 m)
Track width
12.6 in (320 mm)
Engine specifications
Engine type
V2203M-DI-E
Engine power
42.8 hp (31.9 kW)
Displacement
134.3 cu in (2.2 L)
RPM at max torque
2400 rpm
Emission level
II B
Equipment
Rubber track
No
Blade
No
Air conditioning
No
Disclaimer: Specifications can vary by market, production date, configuration, tracks, boom/stick, bucket and optional equipment. Historical and scraped data can also contain errors. Comparison figures on this page are calculated only from Bobcat mini excavators in this dataset. The size and digging diagram visualizes listed specifications and is not a transport-clearance, excavation-safety or operating-limit certification. For purchase, transport, service or safety decisions, verify critical specifications with the machine’s official Bobcat documentation. Visit the official Bobcat compact excavator website.
