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Bobcat E48 Compact Excavator
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Explore the Bobcat® E48 compact excavator for sale, built for high-performance hydraulics, precise controllability, strong lift capacity, premium operator comfort, attachment versatility, digging, trenching, grading, backfilling, landscaping, utility work, site preparation, property maintenance, roadwork support, and demanding compact jobsites. As a conventional tail-swing 4.5-ton compact excavator, the Bobcat E48 delivers added weight, ample power, impressive lift capacity, and smooth control for operators ready to take on more complex work. With multiple arm configurations, available long arm, optional extendable arm, low-effort joysticks, angle blade capability, blade float, Depth Check system readiness, integrated lift eye, and Machine IQ telematics, the E48 is ideal for contractors, landscapers, utility crews, municipalities, rental fleets, site prep teams, and property owners who need dependable compact excavator performance. Explore Bobcat E48 availability, pricing, attachments, features, and dealer support through Bobcat GDN today.
Horsepower:
42.6 hp
Operating Weight:
9830 lbs
Maximum Dig Depth:
10.4 ft
Attachments:
23
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Bobcat E48 Compact Excavator for Sale with High-Performance Hydraulics, Lift Capacity, and Precise Control
The Bobcat E48 compact excavator is designed for operators who need more power, more lift capability, and more confidence for challenging compact excavation work. Its conventional tail-swing design and 4.5-ton size class help deliver impressive lift capacity in a compact machine, while high-performance hydraulics and precise controllability help operators dig, lift, grade, backfill, trench, and operate attachments with accuracy. With multiple arm configurations, optional long arm, optional extendable arm, low-effort joysticks, and premium comfort features, the E48 helps operators push productivity on demanding jobsites.
Conventional tail-swing performance: The Bobcat E48 uses a conventional tail-swing design to provide strong balance, lift capability, and confidence for demanding digging, lifting, and material handling work.
4.5-ton compact excavator strength: Added machine weight and performance help the E48 take on more challenging tasks while still maintaining compact jobsite versatility.
High-performance hydraulics: Enhanced hydraulic performance gives operators the power and control needed for digging, trenching, backfilling, grading, lifting, and attachment-driven applications.
Precise controllability: Smooth, predictable response helps operators make accurate movements when working around utilities, foundations, landscaping, structures, and confined jobsite areas.
Multiple arm configurations: Standard, long, and extendable arm options allow buyers to match reach, dig depth, breakout force, and lifting performance to their specific work needs.
Optional long arm: The long arm increases dig depth and reach, helping operators reduce repositioning and complete more work from one machine location.
Optional extendable arm: The extendable arm can hydraulically extend up to 30 inches for added reach and dig depth, then retract for maximum arm force and lifting performance.
Bobcat E48 Features, Benefits, and Excavation Capabilities
The Bobcat E48 compact excavator includes performance, comfort, uptime protection, serviceability, digital connectivity, and attachment-ready features designed to support demanding excavation, landscaping, utility, construction, and property maintenance work. From trenching and digging to accurate grading, heavy lifting, backfilling, material placement, attachment operation, and long workdays, the E48 gives operators the hydraulic performance, comfort, visibility, and durability needed to take on more complex jobs.
Dual-flange roller system: Dual-flange track rollers help improve over-the-side digging confidence, enhance slewing ability, and provide a smoother ride across bumpy jobsites.
Angle blade capability: The angle blade can be positioned left or right up to 25 degrees, helping operators backfill, grade, move spoil, and stabilize the excavator more efficiently.
Integrated lift eye: The standard integrated lift eye gives operators a convenient method for moving objects into and out of trenches and handling materials on the jobsite.
Redesigned Bobcat engine: The R2-Series Bobcat engine is designed for reduced routine maintenance, reliable performance, improved cold-weather operation, and productivity when fuel levels are low.
Depth Check system: The available Bobcat Depth Check system helps operators measure dig depth from the cab to reduce over-digging, under-digging, backfilling costs, and manual grade checks.
Blade float: Blade float simplifies grading and leveling by applying minimal, consistent down force to the blade with reduced operator input.
Low-effort joysticks: Low-effort joysticks with fingertip boom swing and auxiliary control provide quick, precise movement while helping reduce operator fatigue during long workdays.
Standard display: The full-color display provides machine monitoring, diagnostic information, operation data, and field troubleshooting support to help operators work efficiently.
LED lights: Bright, efficient LED lights help illuminate poorly lit jobsites during early morning, evening, indoor, shaded, or low-light work.
Machine IQ telematics: Machine IQ lets owners monitor machine location, health, and security status while supporting remote engine disable or enable, geofence boundaries, motion detection, curfew alerts, fault notifications, and maintenance reminders.