Compact excavation

According to Bobcat its new 4-6tonne class mini excavators offer high performance in a compact chassis. The E45 and E50 models are zero tailswing machines designed to operate in close confines close to obstructions. Low noise and low emissions are features of these machines, along with precise control and both machines are based on the same chassis. Equipped with cab and bucket, the E45 has an operating weight of 4.6tonnes and offers a maximum digging depth of 3.3m. The E50 model, equipped with cab and buck
February 15, 2012 Read time: 2 mins
According to 1130 Bobcat its new 4-6tonne class mini excavators offer high performance in a compact chassis. The E45 and E50 models are zero tailswing machines designed to operate in close confines close to obstructions. Low noise and low emissions are features of these machines, along with precise control and both machines are based on the same chassis. Equipped with cab and bucket, the E45 has an operating weight of 4.6tonnes and offers a maximum digging depth of 3.3m. The E50 model, equipped with cab and bucket, has an operating weight of 4.9tonnes and a maximum digging depth of 3.5m. Drive comes from 1265 Kubota diesels delivering 30.2kW and 35.4kW respectively and to conserve fuel, the machines have an automatic return to idle system that lowers engine speed and noise output when digging and slewing functions have not been used within a set period. Other features include ergonomic controls, a choice of canopy or enclosed cab and good all-round visibility.
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