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Whether you’re looking for exceptional value or leading innovation, there’s a Bobcat® compact excavator that’s right for you. Each model delivers impressive digging power, depth and reach, with smooth and precise controls that make it easy to deploy its leading performance and attachment versatility.
Suggested Price
$127,734 USD**
Compact (Mini) Excavators
Our guide offers detailed insights into compact excavators, including their advantages, applications, features and factors to consider when purchasing. Select from the chapters below or visit the overview page to start your journey.
Compact (Mini) Excavators
Browse our local inventory of available Bobcat compact excavators for sale by local dealers.
To start your search, simply enter your zip or postal code and select your preferred distance from the location.
Operators often tell us that a Bobcat compact excavator can work and dig faster.
Get superb travel performance – without the need to manually downshift – with auto-shift travel.
Bobcat compact excavators help you confidently make precise movements – so you can leave hand tools behind on jobs that require finesse.
Most competitor compact excavators require a diesel particulate filter (DPF) to meet emissions standards.
Jobsites can be dirty, dusty and wet. Bobcat electrical systems are made for it.
Compare Bobcat compact excavators to other machines, and you’ll see a thoughtful design that stands up to common jobsite challenges.
Why are Bobcat compact excavators so essential for construction work? Because they can dig – and do a whole lot more.
From land clearing to hardscaping or irrigation installation, Bobcat compact excavators excel at landscaping projects.
Utility, irrigation, power and water installation goes easier with the power of a Bobcat compact excavator – and the right Bobcat attachments.
When you have clear visibility to your work area, your productivity can take off.
Bobcat compact excavators have simple, ergonomic controls that keep you productive all day long.
Inside the cab of a Bobcat compact (mini) excavator, you have plenty of space to work comfortably.
Prevent over- or under-digging. The Bobcat depth check system makes it easy to achieve an accurate dig depth without exiting your mini excavator.
The Bobcat depth check system integrates with Bobcat displays for compact excavators.
Get more flexibility to move around larger jobsites while using the depth check system.
Before bidding on a project and working in confined areas, evaluate these 4 considerations.
Using the right-sized trailer as well as correctly loading, positioning and securing your equipment can help you protect your investment and reduce the risk of load violations while on the road.
Learn the basics about compact excavators, including their advantages and uses across various industries.
Having trouble finding skilled labor? Here are five ways to elevate your productivity without adding to the payroll.
Leverage IRS Section 179 for small business tax benefits to deduct the full purchase (or lease) on qualifying compact equipment during the tax year. Learn more.
Compact or mini excavators are built for digging in confined jobsites. Most models feature a hydraulic-powered arm attached to a track-mounted chassis.
Construction, landscaping and utility professionals rely on small excavators to work where larger machines can’t fit. They can maneuver between buildings and around obstacles with minimal or zero tail swing, giving them an advantage over large excavators. Smaller, electric models can even operate indoors.
Breakers, plate compactors and drum mulchers are used to expand the machine’s capabilities. With the right compact excavator attachments, operators can demolish concrete, trench, clear brush and more.
Bobcat compact (mini) excavators range in operating weights:
Additional factors that affect compact excavator weight:
Bobcat compact excavator lift capacity varies depending on model:
Lift capacity will help you lift more and penetrate harder, denser and heavier materials. It affects your efficiency when digging, hardscaping, installing drainage or utilities, and performing demolition.
As you move up to larger mini excavators, performance and lift capacities are more suited for heavier tasks, like excavation, handling large rocks, heavy construction, tree removal and bulk aggregate work.
Operating a mini excavator isn’t hard, but it requires proper training. With Bobcat operator training courses, you can quickly learn what you need to know:
Courses are available online to learn at your own pace. They make learning easy with interactive videos, graphics, quizzes and more.
Excavator prices vary based on features, options, location and other factors. Contact your local Bobcat dealer for accurate pricing, or use our Build & Quote tool to customize your own machine and receive a quote from your local dealer.
Bobcat compact excavators are exclusively available from authorized Bobcat dealers. Use the dealer locator to find the nearest dealer offering industry-leading sales, service and support.
Bobcat offers six types of attachment interfaces for mini excavators, giving you flexibility in choosing a quick coupler that works for you – or you can go without a coupler by pinning the attachment directly to the excavator arm via the pin-on system. You’ll notice a few differences in how to use each one, from basic pin-on mounts to advanced hydraulic couplers.
Pin-On System
The pin-on system for Bobcat compact excavators provides a simple, direct-mount solution for operators who rarely change attachments.
Mechanical X-Change Coupler
Compared to pin-on systems, the Bobcat X-Change™ coupler, provides a faster, easier way to manually swap attachments.
Hydraulic X-Change System
If you switch out attachments frequently, the Hydraulic X-Change™ Coupler provides some of the fastest changes in the industry. You can change non-hydraulic attachments without even leaving your seat.
Mechanical Pin-Grabber Coupler
The mechanical pin-grabber makes changing attachments quicker and easier on smaller Bobcat excavators. It works with nearly the same number of attachments as the X-Change couplers.
Hydraulic Pin-Grabber Coupler
Change non-hydraulic attachments in a hurry with the familiar and functional hydraulic pin-grabber coupler. This easy-to-use quick coupler has nearly the same attachment compatibility as the Mechanical X-Change and Hydraulic X-Change systems.
Looking for detailed instructions on how to use a Bobcat quick coupler?
Check your Bobcat excavator operation & maintenance manual or visit your local Bobcat dealer for hands-on support.
*Offer ends 8/31/2025. Available at participating and eligible dealers only. Offer may vary by product type, series, model and select units in dealer's current inventory. Must take delivery from dealer stock by 8/31/2025. Offers available on new equipment in US and Canada only. Some restrictions apply. Length of contract and rate may vary. Monthly payment subject to change. Prior purchases not eligible. See dealer for details. Financing provided on approval of credit by authorized Bobcat finance providers to well-qualified buyers. All finance programs and rates are subject to final approval by the applicable Bobcat finance provider and are subject to change at any time without notice. Administrative fees may apply. Offer not available to government accounts, national accounts and municipal/utility bid customers. Bobcat Company reserves the right to extend or discontinue any of these programs at any time without prior notice.
**Suggested List Price is the manufacturer’s suggested pricing for base models. It does not include freight, pre-delivery inspection, tax, options, accessories, or attachments. Only for products sold in the U.S. Final sale price is determined independently by the local dealer. Product configuration may differ from image(s) provided. See dealer for full product details. Bobcat Company reserves the right to change suggested resale prices, product specifications, and options at any time.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust (including diesel engine exhaust when equipped), lead and lead compounds, mineral oils, soots, phthalates, and carbon monoxide which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Certain specification(s) are based on engineering calculations and are not actual measurements. Specification(s) are provided for comparison purposes only and are subject to change without notice. Specification(s) for your individual equipment will vary based on normal variations in design, manufacturing, operating conditions, and other factors.