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Depth Check System on Compact Excavators

Bobcat has updated its depth check system to help you dig more efficiently by measuring and tracking depth, grade and slope – all from the comfort of your excavator cab. Forget setup hassles and manual measurements. Leave behind the tape measure or "stick" receivers. Eliminate the need to set up laser equipment for smaller excavation jobs. The depth check system prevents under-digging and over-digging while keeping you on grade – reducing rework and saving valuable time. 

Reduce Over & Under Digging

New Depth Check System

Designed exclusively for your Bobcat excavator, depth check uses durable and accurate sensors and provides visual and audible alerts to your display as you reach a target depth, grade or slope. You’ll boost productivity, reduce over- and under-digging, and work more efficiently. 

Reduce Over & Under Digging

New Depth Check System

Work More Efficiently

A Bobcat Excavator Bucket Scooping Dirt

Depth Accuracy

The system provides guidance to the operator for a desired target depth with a slope from a known “bench” point.

A Bobcat Excavator Digging on a Dusty Jobsite

Time Savings

The system prevents over- and under-digging by reaching the right depth the first time.

Outside View of an Operator in the Cab of a Bobcat Compact Excavator

Less Support Needed

Avoid the need for someone to manually check the grade or depth with a tape measure or “stick” receiver. 

 Innovative Capabilities

Slope Ability on a Bobcat Compact Excavator’s Display

Slope Ability

The latest depth check system brings the ability to guide operators to a finished, sloped grade.

Machine Level Indicator on a Bobcat Compact Excavator Display

Machine Level Indicators

New sensors and an additional sensor on the house enhance the operator’s ability to level the machine for grading applications. 

The Automatic Receiver Bench on the Arm of a Bobcat Compact Excavator

Automatic Laser Receiver Bench

Accurately and quickly “benchmark” the system for maximum operator efficiency and fast results when digging retaining walls or digging each corner of a structure to a specific elevation.