Space-Saving Machines on Tracks

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There are some places where conventional Bobcat® compact excavators are hindered by nearby walls, trees, traffic and other close obstructions. That’s when the three Bobcat excavators that specialize in working quickly and efficiently in extremely tight quarters can save the day.

In addition to its 13-ft., 11-in. digging depth and brute breakout and lifting powers, the 442 excavator features a zero tail swing (ZTS) design. That means that the rear of the house does not protrude beyond the footprint of the tracks whenever it rotates. What’s more, unlike many competitive ZTS excavators, the right front corner of the 442’s house stays within the machine’s footprint when the upper structure swings around.

This, plus the 240-degree swing range, increases productivity by making spoil placement easier when space is really tight. Also, the 442 minimizes the potential of damaging the excavator or the surrounding property, whether it’s a house, a fence or passing vehicles.

Carrying this space-saving concept even farther, the Bobcat 430 and 435 excavators offer zero house swing (ZHS)—the entire upper structure, including the front left and right corners, stays within the width of the tracks throughout the full range of slew motion. This allows you to rotate the house freely, even when the tracks are flush against a wall or other structures, without being concerned about striking it.

Combined with a 320-degree range of zero radius slew, the 430 and 435 provide the ultimate in confined space excavator productivity.