The Bobcat E42 is a mini excavator listed for 2019-2026. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 9,237 lb, approximately 42.6 hp and a listed digging depth of about 10.5 ft.
Key specifications
2019-2026Model years
9,237 lbMachine weight
42.6 hpEngine power
5.74 ftTransport width
10.5 ftDigging depth
17.39 ftDigging reach
Bobcat E42 size and digging visual
This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.
Top-view transport footprint
Length 16.67 ft • Width 5.74 ft
Side-view transport envelope
Length 16.67 ft • Height 8.23 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 10.5 ft • digging reach 17.39 ft
These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.
How the Bobcat E42 compares
These figures compare this machine with other Bobcat mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.
Machine weight9,237 lb
Low 2,476 lbAverage 6,801 lbHigh 12,002 lb
About 36% heavier than the Bobcat mini excavators database average. Around the 75th percentile within this Bobcat mini excavators dataset.
Engine power42.6 hp
Low 9.9 hpAverage 30.2 hpHigh 53 hp
About 41% higher than the Bobcat mini excavators database average. Around the 77th percentile within this Bobcat mini excavators dataset.
Transport width5.74 ft
Low 2.33 ftAverage 4.74 ftHigh 6.43 ft
About 21% wider than the Bobcat mini excavators database average. Around the 72nd percentile within this Bobcat mini excavators dataset.
Max. digging depth10.5 ft
Low 5.97 ftAverage 9.6 ftHigh 13.33 ft
About 9% higher than the Bobcat mini excavators database average. Around the 61st percentile within this Bobcat mini excavators dataset.
This model Bobcat mini excavators average
Useful conversions and calculated specifications
Machine weight
9,237 lb (4,190 kg)
Engine power
42.6 hp (31.8 kW)
Transport length
16.67 ft (5.08 m)
Transport width
5.74 ft (1.75 m)
Transport height
8.23 ft (2.51 m)
Max. digging depth
10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Max. digging reach
17.39 ft (5.3 m)
Maximum torque
112.1 lb-ft (152 Nm)
Power-to-weight
4.6 hp/1,000 lb (10.2 hp/tonne)
Bobcat E42 FAQ
What years is the Bobcat E42 listed for?
The available source specifications list the Bobcat E42 for 2019-2026.
How much does a Bobcat E42 weigh?
The listed machine weight is about 9,237 lb (4,190 kg).
How much horsepower does the Bobcat E42 have?
The engine is listed at approximately 42.6 hp (31.8 kW).
How deep can the Bobcat E42 dig?
The listed maximum digging depth is about 10.5 ft (3.2 m).
What is the digging reach of the Bobcat E42?
The listed digging reach is about 17.39 ft (5.3 m).
How wide is the Bobcat E42?
The listed transport width is about 5.74 ft (1.75 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.
Model information
Listed years
2019-2026
Machine type
Mini Excavator
Capacity and performance
Weight
9,237 lb (4,190 kg)
Digging dimensions
Dredging depth
10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Max. reach horizontal
17.39 ft (5.3 m)
Dimensions and undercarriage
Transport length
16.67 ft (5.08 m)
Transport width
5.74 ft (1.75 m)
Transport height
8.23 ft (2.51 m)
Engine specifications
Engine power
42.6 hp (31.8 kW)
Max. torque
112.1 lb-ft (152 Nm)
RPM at max torque
1600 rpm
Emission level
T4
Equipment
Model series
E
Rubber track
Yes
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.
