BAUMA 2025 will host the world premiere of Bobcat’s new 1-2t mini-excavators and the latest upgrade of the E88 mini-digger.
The manufacturer will also demonstrate how it is bringing its technologies to the jobsite of the future. From the RogueX and RogueX2 autonomous loader concepts, the TL25.60e electric telehandler concept, and electric machines such as the T7X and S7X compact loaders and the E10e and E19e electric mini-excavators, visitors can see how developments are moving ‘from concepts to customers’.
“The new 1-2t mini-excavator models build on the successes of the previous generation of machines with well over 34,000 units already retailed,” said Robert Husar, product line director for Bobcat in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. “After three years of development, the new models, featuring over 500 new components, will be available in the European, Middle Eastern and African (EMEA) markets later this year.
“A team of more than 50 engineers and designers have worked on the new designs, with over 80 customer visits to collect the scope, with ride and drive sessions with operators to validate prototypes, forming part of over 20,000 hours of testing and validation work.”
The new generation of minis includes the E16, E17z, E19 and E20z models. At the heart of the machines lies a ‘cutting-edge’ powertrain featuring a ‘robust’ upgraded engine integrated with a new load-sensing pump bundled with a closed centre, flow sharing hydraulic system. Bobcat said the combination, typically reserved for larger excavators, delivers ‘unparalleled responsiveness and efficiency’.
“The brand-new hydraulic system allows operators to smoothly operate multiple functions simultaneously,” added Robert Husar. “Even when operating attachments that demand substantial hydraulic power, such as a flail mower, operators can now seamlessly perform multiple functions simultaneously. This includes driving, slewing and lifting with smooth precision.
“Complementing the changes at the smaller end of our mini-excavator range, we will be showing a new enhanced version of our top-of-the-range E88 9t mini-excavator, offering enhanced operator comfort, an improved fit and finish, additional standard features and the availability of multiple predefined configurations.”
Bobcat explained the increased level of comfort results from the use of the Fritzmeier cab, also utilised on Bobcat’s E60 mini-excavator. This cab is said to offer improved window and windscreen opening and closing, as well as reduced noise and vibrations.
