Kubota KXO40-5 vs Bobcat E32 Compact Excavator
These are not the same kind of purchase. The Kubota KX040-5 at $350.00 from 66 Equipment Rental as of November 4, 2026 is a rental listing, while the Bobcat E32 at $23,000.00 from Antler Creek Equipment as of November 4, 2026 is a machine for sale. Buy the Bobcat if you need to own a compact excavator; rent the Kubota if you have a short trenching or site job and no need to keep the machine.
Today the Kubota KXO40-5 costs $22,650.00 less at its best price.
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Kubota KXO40-5
Choose the Kubota KX040-5 if you need a 4-ton excavator for a defined job, want roughly 11 ft of dig depth with a hydraulic thumb and enclosed cab, and would rather pay $350 for the rental than $23,000 to own.
- Roughly 11 ft dig depth beats the E32 by about a foot
- 40 hp engine and higher breakout force for tough soil and stumps
- Enclosed cab for weather and comfort
- $350 rental keeps capital free for a short job
What separates them
| Kubota KXO40-5 | Bobcat E32 Compact Excavator | |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase type | Rental at $350.00 from 66 Equipment Rental as of November 4, 2026 | New machine for sale at $23,000.00 from Antler Creek Equipment as of November 4, 2026 |
| Operating weight | 4,165 kg / 9,182 lb | 7,403 lb |
| Dig depth | 11 ft 2.3 in | 121.2 in (about 10 ft 1 in) |
| Engine output | 40.3 hp gross, 39.1 hp net | 24.8 hp |
| Bucket digging force | About 9,000+ lbf (per listing) | 7,284 lbf |
| Cab | Enclosed cab | Not stated; open station typical of this class |
| Travel speed | 3.1 mph max | 2-speed transmission |
| Backfill blade |
Price history
- Kubota KXO40-5: lowest $80,244.00 on Nov 4 at Bingham Equipment Company.
- Bobcat E32 Compact Excavator: lowest $23,000.00 on Nov 4 at Antler Creek Equipment.
Prices at every store
Kubota KXO40-5
- 66 Equipment RentalNew
In stockReturn policy
$350.00Observed at 11:55 AM - Bingham Equipment CompanyNew
Availability unknown
$80,244.00Observed at 10:44 AM
Bobcat E32 Compact Excavator
- Antler Creek EquipmentNew
In stock
$23,000.00Observed at 10:58 AM
Specs compared
| Spec | Kubota KXO40-5 | Bobcat E32 Compact Excavator |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4165 kg / 9182 lb | 7,403 lb |
| Engine output (gross) | 40.3 HP | — |
| Engine output (net) | 29.2 kW / 39.1 HP | — |
| Rated engine speed | 2200 rpm | — |
| Displacement | 1826 cc | — |
| Overall length | 5085 mm / 200.1 in | — |
| Overall height | 2480 mm / 97.6 in | — |
| Overall width | 1700 mm / 66.9 in | — |
| Ground clearance | 330 mm / 12.99 in | — |
| Digging depth | 11 feet, 2.3 inches | — |
What reviewers say
Kubota KXO40-5
Owners of the KX040-5 generally rate it as a smooth, stable 4-ton machine with strong breakout force for its size. Most complaints center on price and on the cost of dealer service rather than on digging performance.
- Smooth, precise hydraulics and easy controls
- Strong breakout force in hard soil and roots
- Quiet, comfortable enclosed cab
- Compact footprint for residential access
- High purchase and rental cost
- Dealer-only parts and service
- Tight engine access for maintenance
- Thumb and coupler sometimes sold as extras
Questions and answers
- Is the Kubota KX040-5 or the Bobcat E32 better for a short trenching job?
- The Kubota. It digs about a foot deeper, has more engine power and breakout force, and at $350.00 from 66 Equipment Rental as of November 4, 2026 you avoid a $23,000.00 purchase for a job that ends.
- Which one should I buy if I want to own an excavator?
- The Bobcat E32. The Kubota listing is a rental; the Bobcat is a new machine at $23,000.00 from Antler Creek Equipment as of November 4, 2026.
- Is the Bobcat E32 worth $23,000.00 over renting the Kubota?
- Only if you have steady work. The Bobcat includes a factory hydraulic thumb, 24-inch bucket, mechanical coupler and backfill blade, and ownership pays off across many jobs; for one job, the $350.00 Kubota rental is far cheaper.
- Which digs deeper?
- The Kubota KX040-5 at 11 ft 2.3 in versus 121.2 in (about 10 ft 1 in) for the Bobcat E32.
- Which is easier to transport?
- The Bobcat E32 at 7,403 lb and 61.8 in wide is lighter and narrower than the 9,182 lb Kubota, so it fits smaller trailers and tighter gates.
- Does either come with a hydraulic thumb?
- Both do. The Kubota rental lists a hydraulic thumb, and the Bobcat E32 has a factory Bobcat hydraulic thumb included.