E55
Compact Excavator
E55 Compact Excavator
The E55 puts the perfect balance of power and agility in your fingertips. This minimal tail-swing excavator is the ideal machine if you’re looking for additional weight and performance in a compact excavator that can flex its might on small jobsites and get more done in less time.
- High-performance hydraulics
- Exceptional dig depth
- Depth-check ready
- Dual-flange roller track system for enhanced over-the-side digging performance
Starting at
$84,849 USD**
Special Offers
As low as 0% for 60 months* or rebates up to $6,000 USD* / $8,100 CAD* in lieu of financing on Bobcat E55 compact excavators. Offers end June 30, 2025.
E55 Overview
- With less than an inch of overhang, the E55 offers the engine and hydraulic power, digging force and dig depth to efficiently tackle big projects, but within a compact frame that can maneuver on small jobsites. You’ll get more work done per day – on jobsites big and small.
- The low-effort joysticks support precise and predictable operation for fast cycle times and more productivity.
- Options include an angle blade, automatic heat and air conditioning, a rearview camera and a state-of-art touch display.
E55 Key Specifications
E55
Operating Weight
11,357 lb
Bucket Digging Force
9,511 lbf
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
232.8 in
Width
77.2 in
Tail Swing Type
Minimal
Engine
E55
Emissions Tier (EPA)
Tier 4
Engine Fuel
Diesel
Maximum Governed RPM
2,200 rpm
Turbocharged Engine
yes
Optional Turbocharged Engine
N/A
Performance
E55
Operating Weight
11,357 lb
Weight Class
5.1 t
Travel Speed - High
2.8 mph
Travel Speed - Low
1.8 mph
Arm Digging Force
6,987 lbf
Bucket Digging Force
9,511 lbf
Rated Lift Capacity
6746 lb
Lift Radius
118 in
Boom Swing - Left
75°
Boom Swing - Right
50°
Maximum Dig Depth
136.8 in
Max Dump Height
156 in
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
232.8 in
Capacities
E55
Fuel Tank
19 gal
Hydraulic System
E55
Auxiliary Std Flow
20 gal/min
Auxiliary Pressure
3,045 psi
Dimension
E55
Length
208.7 in
Overall Length in Travel Position
208.7 in
Width
77.2 in
Height
100.2 in
Height with Operator Cab
100.2 in
Features
E55
Air Conditioning
Optional
Cab Enclosure
Optional
Radio
Optional
Tail Swing Type
Minimal
Engine Shutdown
Standard
Auxiliary Hydraulics
Standard
Quick Tach System
Standard
Rubber Track
Standard
Selectable Auxiliary Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Angle Blade
Optional
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E55 Key Specifications
E55
Operating Weight
11,357 lb
Bucket Digging Force
9,511 lbf
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
232.8 in
Width
77.2 in
Tail Swing Type
Minimal
Engine
E55
Emissions Tier (EPA)
Tier 4
Engine Fuel
Diesel
Maximum Governed RPM
2,200 rpm
Turbocharged Engine
yes
Optional Turbocharged Engine
N/A
Performance
E55
Operating Weight
11,357 lb
Weight Class
5.1 t
Travel Speed - High
2.8 mph
Travel Speed - Low
1.8 mph
Arm Digging Force
6,987 lbf
Bucket Digging Force
9,511 lbf
Rated Lift Capacity
6746 lb
Lift Radius
118 in
Boom Swing - Left
75°
Boom Swing - Right
50°
Maximum Dig Depth
136.8 in
Max Dump Height
156 in
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
232.8 in
Capacities
E55
Fuel Tank
19 gal
Hydraulic System
E55
Auxiliary Std Flow
20 gal/min
Auxiliary Pressure
3,045 psi
Dimension
E55
Length
208.7 in
Overall Length in Travel Position
208.7 in
Width
77.2 in
Height
100.2 in
Height with Operator Cab
100.2 in
Features
E55
Air Conditioning
Optional
Cab Enclosure
Optional
Radio
Optional
Tail Swing Type
Minimal
Engine Shutdown
Standard
Auxiliary Hydraulics
Standard
Quick Tach System
Standard
Rubber Track
Standard
Selectable Auxiliary Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Angle Blade
Optional
E55 Features & Benefits
Performance
6
Dual-Flange Roller System
Dig with confidence over the side of the machine and experience greater slewing ability thanks to the dual flange track rollers. Operators will also notice smoother, more comfortable ride quality while moving across bumpy jobsites.
Angle Blade
With the angle blade, you can configure your compact excavator’s blade to the left or right up to 25 degrees to find the best position for your work. Left and right adjustments help you backfill and grade faster. Downward adjustments, available on some models, stabilize your excavator when digging on an uneven surface or trenching at an angle.
Integrated Lift Eye
The integrated lift eye, standard on R2-Series excavators, gives you a convenient method for handling objects or moving items in and out of the trench.
Redesigned Bobcat Engine*
Redesigned for reduced and simplified routine maintenance, the Bobcat® engine on R2-Series excavators delivers the performance you expect. The innovative fuel system, which is more forgiving when fuel levels are low, keeps you working longer. Improved cold-weather operation keeps you productive.
Depth Check System*
Achieve an accurate grade every time without leaving your cab by using the Bobcat® depth check system. Efficient and easy to use, the system delivers accurate dig depth measurement for precise digging performance. It eliminates over-digging and the costs associated with backfilling and compacting fill material. It also prevents under-digging and the resulting need for manual labor to finalize depth or grade.
Blade Float
Simplify grading and leveling. Blade float exerts a minimal, consistent down-force on the blade, with minimal operator input.
Comfort
2
Low-Effort Joysticks
Low-effort joysticks in R2-Series excavators respond easily to operator input, helping operators work longer with less fatigue. They’re equipped with fingertip boom swing and auxiliary control, providing quick, precise movement with low effort.
Standard Display
Experience full-featured machine interaction and monitoring capabilities from inside the cab with the easy-to-read display. Standard on R2-Series excavators, the detailed full-color display provides access to diagnostic and operation information, allowing you to operate your compact excavator more efficiently and solve problems in the field.
Uptime Protection
2
Simple Machine Tie-Down
Get on and off the jobsite faster. Secure your load quickly, without searching for hard-to-reach tie-downs.
Rear Camera
Get a better view of your jobsite with the optional rear camera on R2-series excavators. It offers a continuous rear view from the operator’s seat, providing an additional viewpoint to the working area in some applications.
The camera is mounted high and out of the way to prevent contact with obstacles and debris. A protective structure further ensures rear display reliability.
Serviceability
2
Longer-Life Fuel Filter
Larger fuel filters in R2-Series excavators provide better system protection and longer life before replacement. With more than double the media surface area, it has more holding capacity to capture impurities for longer intervals. The filter is also easier to change and includes a clear water bowl for easy monitoring and a sensor to notify you when draining is needed.
Increased Engine Oil Service Intervals
The recommended engine oil service interval has increased from 500 to 750 hours, giving you more uptime per oil change.
E55 Attachments
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View All Compact Excavators*Offer ends 6/30/2025. Available at participating and eligible dealers only. Offer may vary by product type, series, model and select units in dealer's current inventory. Must take delivery from dealer stock by 6/30/2025. Offers available on new equipment in US and Canada only. Some restrictions apply. Length of contract and rate may vary. Monthly payment subject to change. Prior purchases not eligible. See dealer for details. Financing provided on approval of credit by authorized Bobcat finance providers to well-qualified buyers. All finance programs and rates are subject to final approval by the applicable Bobcat finance provider and are subject to change at any time without notice. Administrative fees may apply. Offer not available to government accounts, national accounts and municipal/utility bid customers. Bobcat Company reserves the right to extend or discontinue any of these programs at any time without prior notice.
**Suggested List Price is the manufacturer’s suggested pricing for base models. It does not include freight, pre-delivery inspection, tax, options, accessories, or attachments. Only for products sold in the U.S. Final sale price is determined independently by the local dealer. Product configuration may differ from image(s) provided. See dealer for full product details. Bobcat Company reserves the right to change suggested resale prices, product specifications, and options at any time.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust (including diesel engine exhaust when equipped), lead and lead compounds, mineral oils, soots, phthalates, and carbon monoxide which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Certain specification(s) are based on engineering calculations and are not actual measurements. Specification(s) are provided for comparison purposes only and are subject to change without notice. Specification(s) for your individual equipment will vary based on normal variations in design, manufacturing, operating conditions, and other factors.