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Bobcat E20 vs Caterpillar 301.7 CR

The Bobcat E20 is 84 lb (2%) heavier than the Caterpillar 301.7 CR: 4,306 lb (1,953 kg) versus 4,222 lb (1,915 kg).

Bobcat E20

Operating weight

4,306lb 1,953kg 1.95t

2.15 US tons, 1.95 metric tonnes

Transport L × W × H
12 ft 1 in × 3 ft 3 in × 7 ft 6 in
Data source
Authorized dealer listing
Last checked
October 6, 2026

Caterpillar 301.7 CR

Operating weight

4,222lb 1,915kg 1.92t

2.11 US tons, 1.92 metric tonnes

Transport L × W × H
11 ft 11 in × 3 ft 3 in × 7 ft 7 in
Data source
Manufacturer spec sheet
Last checked
October 6, 2026

Specifications side by side

Mini excavators: Bobcat E20 and Caterpillar 301.7 CR
SpecBobcat E20Caterpillar 301.7 CR
Operating weight4,306 lb (1,953 kg)4,222 lb (1,915 kg)
Length12 ft 1 in (3.69 m)11 ft 11 in (3.62 m)
Width3 ft 3 in (0.99 m)3 ft 3 in (0.99 m)
Height7 ft 6 in (2.30 m)7 ft 7 in (2.30 m)
Engine3TNV74F-SPBC1Cat C1.1
Power (as published)13.9 hp21 hp (15.7 kW)
Max dig depth8 ft 5 in (2.56 m)7 ft 9 in (2.35 m)
Max reach at ground14 ft (4.27 m)12 ft 10 in (3.90 m)
Bucket breakout force4,684 lbf (20.8 kN)3,642 lbf (16.2 kN)
Tail swingZero tail swingReduced (compact radius)
Weight range by configuration–3,946 lb to 4,222 lb depending on cab, canopy and options
Ground pressure–4 psi (27.6 kPa)
Track shoe width–9.1 in (231 mm)

Values come from each model’s own sources; see the model pages for links. Configurations differ, so compare like with like.

Common questions

Which is heavier, the Bobcat E20 or the Caterpillar 301.7 CR?

The Bobcat E20 is 84 lb (2%) heavier than the Caterpillar 301.7 CR: 4,306 lb (1,953 kg) versus 4,222 lb (1,915 kg).

Which is narrower?

The Bobcat E20 is narrower: 3 ft 3 in versus 3 ft 3 in.