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Bobcat E42 Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Bobcat ➔
Model: E42 ➔

The Bobcat E42 is a compact mini excavator designed for digging, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined jobsite conditions. It is part of Bobcat's E-Series lineup and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, municipal maintenance, and site preparation. The E42 offers a balance of digging performance, maneuverability, and transportability, making it suitable for projects where space is limited. Typical features include a zero-tail-swing design, hydraulic attachment capability, and an enclosed or open cab configuration depending on specification. The Bobcat E42 is classified as a mini excavator and is used for general earthmoving and light-to-medium excavation tasks.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Arm Digging Force	5,762 lbs (2,614 kg)
Boom Swing - Left	75 degrees
Boom Swing - Right	50 degrees
Bucket Digging Force	9,183 lbs (4,165 kg)
Max Digging Depth	11 ft (3 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	17 ft (5 m)
Max.Dumping Height	12 ft (4 m)

Dimensions

Height	99 in (251 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	8 ft (3 m)
Length	200 in (508 cm)
Width	69 in (175 cm)

Engine

Emissions	Tier 4
Fuel	Diesel
Net Power	43 hp (32 kw)
Power Measured @	2200 rpm

Hydraulic System

Operating pressure	3045 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	20 gpm (76 lpm)

Lift System

Lift Radius	118 in (300 cm)
Max Lift Capacity	4,603 lbs (2,088 kg)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	21 gal (80 l)
Operating Weight	9,246 lbs (4,194 kg)

Undercarriage

Max Travel Speed	3 mph (5 kph)
Min Travel Speed	2 mph (3 kph)

Bobcat E42s currently for sale

A Bobcat E42 From Summit Bobcat, a Summit Handling Systems Company for Call for Price

A Bobcat E42 From Warner Sales & Service, Inc. for Call for Price

A 2023 Bobcat E42 From B.S. & B. Repair Ridge Inc. for $52,500.00 USD

A 2023 Bobcat E42 From Summit Bobcat, a Summit Handling Systems Company for Call for Price

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