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Bobcat E38 Compact Excavator
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Explore the Bobcat® E38 compact excavator for sale, built for 33-horsepower performance, zero-tail-swing maneuverability, leading hydraulic power, premium operator comfort, attachment versatility, trenching, grading, backfilling, utility work, landscaping, property maintenance, site preparation, light construction, and confined jobsite productivity. Designed to help operators accomplish more in less time, the Bobcat E38 delivers unrestricted rotation for working close to walls, buildings, fences, utilities, landscaping, and other obstacles. With premium comfort features, Depth Check readiness, optional extendable arm, Machine IQ readiness, advanced hydraulics, dual-flange roller system, blade float, 2-speed travel, and optional performance packages, the E38 is ideal for contractors, landscapers, utility crews, rental fleets, municipalities, property owners, and construction professionals who need compact excavator power with advanced technology and comfort. Explore Bobcat E38 availability, pricing, attachments, features, and dealer support through Bobcat GDN today.
Horsepower:
33.2 hp
Operating Weight:
7893 lbs
Maximum Dig Depth:
121 in
Attachments:
23
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Bobcat E38 Compact Excavator for Sale with Zero Tail Swing, 33-HP Power, and Premium Comfort
The Bobcat E38 compact excavator is designed for operators who need strong horsepower, hydraulic performance, operator comfort, and zero-tail-swing maneuverability for demanding work in confined spaces. Its zero tail swing design keeps the rear of the house within the width of the tracks through full rotation, helping operators work confidently around walls, foundations, fences, buildings, trees, utilities, and tight jobsite obstacles. With a 33-horsepower engine, advanced hydraulics, premium comfort features, optional extendable arm, Depth Check readiness, and Machine IQ readiness, the E38 helps crews dig, lift, trench, grade, backfill, travel, and operate attachments with confidence.
33-horsepower compact excavator performance: The Bobcat E38 delivers leading horsepower for digging, trenching, backfilling, grading, lifting, material handling, and attachment-powered jobsite tasks.
Zero-tail-swing maneuverability: The E38 provides unrestricted rotation, helping operators work close to walls, fences, structures, utilities, trees, landscaping, and other obstacles with reduced risk of contact.
Advanced hydraulic performance: Bobcat advanced hydraulics deliver strong working-range horsepower for digging, backfilling, traveling, grading, and running compatible attachments.
Premium comfort features: The E38 is designed with operator comfort in mind, helping crews stay productive during long workdays on challenging jobsites.
Depth Check ready: The E38 can support Bobcat Depth Check technology, helping operators achieve accurate dig depth from the cab and reduce over-digging, under-digging, and manual grade checks.
Optional extendable arm: The extendable arm option hydraulically extends up to 30 inches for added reach and dig depth, then retracts for maximum arm force and lift performance.
Machine IQ ready: Machine IQ telematics readiness helps owners monitor machine location, health, and security status for smarter fleet management and uptime support.
Bobcat E38 Features, Benefits, and Excavation Capabilities
The Bobcat E38 compact excavator includes performance, comfort, uptime protection, serviceability, digital connectivity, and attachment features designed to support demanding excavation work in compact spaces. From trenching and utility repair to grading, backfilling, landscaping, hardscaping, digging near structures, and attachment-driven productivity, the E38 provides the control, stability, technology, and durability needed to help operators finish jobs faster.
2-speed travel: Operators can choose low range for pushing and dozing or high range for improved jobsite mobility, helping reduce time spent moving between work areas.
Auto shift travel: Auto shift automatically transitions between travel ranges for added tractive effort without manual downshifting, helping improve travel performance on changing terrain.
Fingertip boom swing control: A rocker-style thumb switch on the left joystick provides precise boom swing metering and makes multifunction operation easier while freeing up floor space.
Predictable machine control: Smooth house, boom, arm, and bucket control helps operators work accurately in tight spaces and demanding jobsite conditions.
Blade float: Blade float simplifies grading and leveling by applying minimal, consistent down force to the blade with less operator input.
Dual-flange roller system: Dual-flange track rollers improve over-the-side digging confidence, enhance slewing ability, and provide a smoother ride across rough or bumpy jobsites.
Deluxe instrumentation: The full-color panel gives operators access to operation data, functional lockouts, maintenance reminders, Eco Mode, and integrated keyless start functionality.
Multiple arm configurations: Standard, long, and extendable arm options allow buyers to match reach, dig depth, breakout force, and lifting performance to the job.
Integrated rear counterweight: The integrated rear counterweight improves stability and can help increase lift-over-side capacity on select models when handling heavy materials.
Angle blade option: The angle blade can be positioned left or right up to 25 degrees, helping operators backfill, grade, level, and stabilize the machine more efficiently.
Attachment versatility: Compatible Bobcat attachments help the E38 do more than dig, supporting trenching, breaking, grading, compacting, cleanup, material handling, and specialty applications.