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Bobcat E88 Compact Excavator for Sale | Conventional Tail Swing Mini Excavator with Leading Lift Capacity

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Explore the Bobcat® E88 compact excavator for sale, built for industry-leading lift capacity, powerful breakout force, conventional tail-swing stability, long-arm reach, high hydraulic performance, trenching, grading, backfilling, utility work, site preparation, landscaping, roadwork support, property maintenance, and demanding compact excavation jobs. Known as a cruiserweight king among compact excavators, the E88 delivers impressive engine and hydraulic power in a compact footprint with optimized metering, low-effort joysticks, a non-DPF Tier 4 engine, Depth Check readiness, extended service intervals, and a standard-equipped long arm for added productivity. Ideal for contractors, utility crews, landscapers, municipalities, site prep teams, rental fleets, and property owners, the Bobcat E88 gives operators the lift strength, digging power, comfort, and control needed to complete tough jobs efficiently. Explore Bobcat E88 availability, pricing, attachments, features, and dealer support through Bobcat GDN today.

E88 Compact Excavator

E88 Compact Excavator

  • Operating Weight 19600 lbs
    Bucket Digging Force 15130 lbf
    Maximum Reach at Ground Level 282.5 in
    Width 86.6 in

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Bobcat E88 Compact Excavator for Sale with Industry-Leading Lift Capacity, Breakout Force, and Long Arm Reach

The Bobcat E88 compact excavator is designed for operators who need powerful lifting, strong breakout force, smooth controllability, and compact excavator versatility. Its conventional tail-swing design supports confidence during lifting and digging, while the standard long arm increases working range for deeper digging, trenching, loading, grading, and material placement. With optimized hydraulic metering, low-effort joysticks, a non-DPF Tier 4 engine, Depth Check readiness, integrated rear counterweight, and available add-on counterweight, the E88 helps operators dig, lift, grade, backfill, trench, and place materials with precision.

  • Industry-leading lift capacity: The Bobcat E88 commands its size class with exceptional lift capacity, helping operators handle heavy materials, trench work, pipe placement, and demanding excavation tasks with confidence.

  • Powerful breakout force: Strong breakout force helps the E88 dig through tough ground, load material efficiently, and take on difficult excavation jobs with fewer delays.

  • Conventional tail-swing stability: The conventional tail-swing design supports strong balance, lifting performance, and digging confidence on demanding jobsites.

  • Standard long arm: The long arm comes standard to provide added reach and dig depth, helping operators complete more work from one position and reduce repositioning.

  • Optimized hydraulic metering: The optimized hydraulic control valve delivers smooth, precise controllability for predictable machine movement, fast cycle times, productive digging, and level grading.

  • Non-DPF Tier 4 engine: The Bobcat Tier 4 engine provides dependable power while simplifying maintenance and eliminating downtime related to DPF regeneration.

  • Depth Check ready: The E88 can support the Bobcat Depth Check system, helping operators measure dig depth from the cab and reduce over-digging, under-digging, backfill costs, and manual grade checks.

Bobcat E88 Features, Benefits, and Excavation Capabilities

The Bobcat E88 compact excavator includes performance, comfort, uptime protection, serviceability, digital connectivity, and attachment-ready features designed to support demanding excavation, utility, construction, landscaping, and property maintenance work. From deep trenching and heavy lifting to grading, backfilling, pipe placement, material handling, and attachment operation, the E88 provides the hydraulic power, long-arm reach, stability, and operator control needed to maximize compact excavator productivity.

  • Dual-flange roller system: Dual-flange track rollers enhance over-the-side digging confidence, improve slewing ability, and deliver a smoother ride across rough or bumpy jobsites.

  • Integrated rear counterweight: The integrated rear counterweight improves stability and can contribute to increased lift-over-side capacity when handling heavy loads.

  • Angle blade option: 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 provides a convenient method for handling objects or moving materials into and out of trenches.

  • Redesigned Bobcat engine: The R2-Series Bobcat engine is designed for dependable performance, reduced routine maintenance, improved cold-weather operation, and productivity when fuel levels are low.

  • Add-on counterweight option: The optional add-on counterweight helps maximize lift capacity for heavy-duty jobs, giving operators added confidence when moving larger materials.

  • Blade float: Blade float simplifies grading and leveling by applying minimal, consistent down force to the blade with reduced operator input.

  • Low-effort joysticks: Responsive joysticks with fingertip boom swing and auxiliary control support quick, precise movement while reducing operator fatigue during long workdays.

  • Standard display: The full-color display provides machine monitoring, diagnostic information, operation data, and field troubleshooting support from inside the cab.

  • 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.

Shop the Bobcat E88 for Utilities, Construction, Landscaping, Site Prep, and Heavy Compact Excavation

The Bobcat E88 compact excavator is built for crews that need serious lift capacity, breakout force, long-arm reach, and premium control in a compact excavator platform. Its conventional tail swing, non-DPF engine, optimized hydraulic valve, dual-flange roller system, Depth Check readiness, integrated lift eye, rearview camera option, add-on counterweight option, and attachment-ready design make it a strong choice for utility trenching, commercial site prep, residential excavation, landscaping, roadwork support, drainage work, and demanding property maintenance projects.

  • Utility and trenching work: The Bobcat E88 supports deep trenching, pipe placement, conduit installation, drainage work, utility repair, and excavation around existing infrastructure.

  • Construction site productivity: Contractors can use the E88 for digging, loading, backfilling, grading, lifting, site preparation, cleanup, and compact-area excavation.

  • Landscaping and hardscaping: Landscapers can use the E88 for excavation, grading, retaining wall support, bed preparation, material handling, drainage work, and outdoor improvement projects.

  • Heavy lifting and material placement: Industry-leading lift capacity, conventional tail-swing stability, integrated counterweight design, and the integrated lift eye help operators lift, place, and move jobsite materials with control.

  • Roadwork and property grading: Blade float and the angle blade option help operators backfill trenches, grade surfaces, move spoil, maintain access roads, and shape work areas efficiently.

  • Residential excavation: The compact footprint and strong digging power help the E88 support foundation-adjacent work, driveway projects, drainage improvements, fence line work, and property upgrades.

  • Attachment-driven applications: Compatible Bobcat attachments help the E88 handle bucket work, grading, trenching, breaking, clamp work, cleanup, and other specialty applications.

  • Dealer-backed purchasing support: Bobcat GDN helps buyers compare Bobcat E88 features, check current compact excavator availability, request pricing, explore compatible attachments, and connect with trusted Bobcat dealers for expert support.

Bobcat E88 Comfort, Uptime Protection, Serviceability, Machine IQ, and Dealer Support

The Bobcat E88 compact excavator is designed to help operators work longer with less fatigue while supporting durability, simplified maintenance, and long-term ownership confidence. Its low-effort joysticks, standard display, LED lighting, optional heated high-back seat with headrest, optional rearview camera, available advanced touch display, Depth Check option, longer-life fuel filter, increased 750-hour engine oil service interval, Machine IQ telematics, and durable Bobcat engineering help keep operators productive on demanding jobsites.

  • Low-effort joystick control: Fingertip boom swing and auxiliary control help operators make fast, precise movements with less effort, reducing fatigue during digging, grading, and attachment operation.

  • Standard display monitoring: The full-color display provides diagnostic and operation information so operators can monitor machine status, troubleshoot issues, and work more efficiently.

  • LED work lights: Bright LED lighting helps illuminate poorly lit jobsites during early morning, evening, indoor, shaded, or low-light work.

  • Heated high-back seat option: The optional heated high-back seat with headrest supports comfort and productivity during long workdays and cold-weather operation.

  • Rearview camera option: The optional rear camera provides a continuous rear view from the operator’s seat, helping improve awareness while backing, maneuvering, or working around obstacles.

  • Advanced touch display option: The available advanced touch display gives operators enhanced access to machine information, settings, monitoring, and productivity-focused controls.

  • Simple machine tie-down: Convenient tie-down points help operators secure the E88 quickly and confidently for transport between jobsites.

  • Longer-life fuel filter: Larger R2-Series fuel filters provide better system protection, more media surface area, easier service, water monitoring, and longer intervals before replacement.

  • Increased engine oil service interval: The recommended engine oil service interval increases from 500 to 750 hours, helping provide more uptime between oil changes.

  • Reduced routine maintenance: The E88 is designed with simplified maintenance features that help crews spend less time servicing the machine and more time working.

  • Digital connectivity support: Machine IQ telematics helps owners protect equipment, monitor machine health, reduce downtime, and stay ahead of maintenance needs.

  • Local Bobcat dealer support: Bobcat GDN connects customers with trusted Bobcat dealers for E88 availability, pricing, attachments, parts, service, maintenance, financing guidance, telematics support, and long-term ownership assistance.

Upgrade your utility, construction, landscaping, rental, site preparation, roadwork, or property maintenance operation with the Bobcat E88 compact excavator built for industry-leading lift capacity, powerful breakout force, long-arm reach, non-DPF engine performance, precise hydraulic control, and dependable compact productivity. Contact Bobcat GDN today to explore current Bobcat E88 inventory, request a quote, compare attachment options, or connect with a trusted local Bobcat dealer.

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