1,905 kg14 hpMarket avg. €17k · 22 listed · 14 below market
Asking prices land at €17k – €19k, around 31% below the market average.
Across independent European dealers, used Bobcat E19 listings currently run from €16,500 to €19,000, with a market average around €17,294. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 22 active listings, refreshed daily.
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The Bobcat E19 is a conventional-tail mini-excavator in the sub-2-tonne class, with an operating weight of 1,905 kg and an engine output of 14 hp. Its 0.04 m³ bucket capacity places it firmly in the entry-level segment of the mini-excavator market, where compactness and low ground disturbance are the primary design priorities. The model has been in continuous production since 2014, giving the platform a well-established parts and service network.
Machines in this weight class are suited to confined-access work where larger equipment cannot operate, including residential landscaping, utility trenching in urban environments, and indoor demolition. The compact footprint also makes the E19 a practical choice for work alongside existing structures, on private driveways, or within walled sites. Hire fleets and groundworks contractors frequently deploy sub-2-tonne excavators as complementary units to larger machines on the same project.
Before purchasing any sub-2-tonne excavator in this class, a thorough inspection of the undercarriage is essential, as rubber tracks and rollers represent a significant replacement cost that is not always reflected in the asking price. Check the boom and arm pins for play, inspect hydraulic hoses and cylinders for weeping seals, and verify that all auxiliary circuits function correctly. On a machine of this size, review service records for evidence of regular oil and filter changes, as the small engine operates under sustained load and maintenance consistency is a reliable indicator of overall care. If buying from a hire background, assess the condition of the quickhitch and any included attachments independently, since high-cycle hire use places disproportionate wear on these components.
Within the sub-2-tonne mini-excavator segment, the Bobcat E19 is most directly cross-shopped against the Doosan DX19 and the JCB 19C-1. All three models occupy the same operating-weight bracket, but buyers typically compare them on factors such as cab comfort, auxiliary hydraulic routing, and dealer service coverage in their region. The Bobcat brand's established dealer network and the longevity of the E19 platform are points of differentiation that influence perceived residual strength relative to some competitors. Within the E19's own price band, the primary attributes that move an individual machine higher or lower are accumulated hours, overall mechanical and cosmetic condition, the presence of an enclosed cab versus an open canopy, and whether the machine is equipped with additional attachments such as a thumb or alternative bucket sizes.
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