Watch the Full Test

You might think that every brand of excavator is designed to dig in tight spaces without damaging your equipment or nearby structures. In reality, that’s not the case. We tested each of the top brands with a simulated wall to see the differences. Which brand can you trust? Watch the test results to find out.

Test Results

An in-track swing frame on Bobcat compact excavators allows you to get closer to your work. When you dig in an offset position, the swing castings and cylinders remain within the tracks to help you work in small spaces. Caterpillar®, John Deere®, and Kubota® leave their machines open for damage because their components extend outside the tracks. Simply put, Bobcat excavators are the only machines that give you peace of mind while digging in tight spots.

Minimal and Zero Tail Swing

Do you frequently work close to objects, or against a wall? On minimal tail swing models, the rear of the house protrudes as much as 6 inches beyond the width of the tracks. For the greatest flexibility, choose a zero tail swing model; the rear of the house stays within the width of the tracks through full rotation. Slew and deposit soil where you need it, reposition the machine fewer times, and worry less about inadvertently contacting any surrounding objects.