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Compact and large excavators

Bobcat digging power from tight access to production work.

Bobcat’s excavator range now reaches well beyond compact machines. Shepherd’s Garage can help size the excavator around dig depth, reach, lift, tail swing, attachments, production goals and transport—not just operating weight.

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Brands and models

Equipment worth comparing.

These highlights reflect the product families Shepherd's Garage sells, supports and sees working in Montana—not a complete manufacturer catalog.

Compact excavators

Size the machine to access and reach.

Bobcat compact excavators cover tight-access machines through larger compact models such as the E88. The E35 remains a popular middle-size benchmark, but the best seller is not automatically the best fit for every job.

Tight-access class

Machines for gates, indoor work, landscaping and precise utility excavation.

3–4 ton class

A versatile center of the compact range for contractors, ranches and rental work.

5–6 ton class

More dig depth, reach, lift and attachment capability while remaining transportable.

Larger compact class

E88-size capability for customers who need near-production performance in a compact footprint.

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Large excavators

Bobcat is no longer compact-only.

The large-excavator lineup brings reduced-tail-swing choices, multiple power modes, modern displays and production capability to commercial excavation and infrastructure work.

E145

A maneuverable entry into Bobcat’s large-excavator range with reduced tail swing.

E165

More power and swing torque for road, utility and commercial work.

E220

A production-class step for higher-volume digging, lifting and site work.

E245

The top of the current Bobcat range at roughly 57,000 lb and 189 hp.

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Related equipment and support.

Compare the machine, attachment, support and ownership plan together. The lowest purchase price is not always the lowest-cost way to get the work done.

Common questions

Answers before you call.

What should I compare when choosing bobcat excavators?

Use required dig depth, reach and lifting radius to define the minimum machine. Choose tail-swing configuration around the actual work envelope.

Can Shepherd's Garage help match bobcat excavators to attachments or implements?

Yes. Bring the heaviest routine job, required attachment or implement, hydraulic and PTO needs, access limits and transport plan so the local team can compare the complete working setup.

Are bobcat excavators available at every Shepherd's Garage location?

Represented products, territory and current availability can vary by location. Contact the nearest store with your work location and machine requirements for an accurate answer.

Four Montana locations. One experienced team.

Availability, represented product lines and service capabilities can vary by location. Tell us where the machine will work and what it needs to do; we will route the request to the right Shepherd’s Garage team.

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