E32i Mini Excavator

Whether you’re traveling across a jobsite, backfilling, or digging, your excavator’s hydraulic system contributes to performance more than any other feature. When compared to other brands, advanced hydraulics on Bobcat® excavators deliver the most horsepower in working range.

Bobcat® compact excavators deliver the house, boom, arm and bucket control you expect in the most challenging work environments. It’s the confidence in these precise movements that determines whether you complete the job using your machine, or with two workers and a pair of shovels.

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.

Bobcat® excavator controls allow you to make fine movements with low effort and maximum comfort – so you can get precise results in less time, with less fatigue. With the boom swing control on the joystick, you get more floor space and foot room for better operator comfort on long, tiring jobs.

With deluxe instrumentation, vital machine information is at your fingertips. A full-color, 5 in. display gives you access to operation data, functional lockouts, maintenance reminders, eco mode, and includes an integrated keyless start system.

Multiple arm configurations are available on select models: standard, long, and extendable. Depending on the reach, depth, power, and lifting performance you need, there’s an arm to meet the needs of your job and increase productivity.

Bobcat compact excavators have an extendable-arm option for greater reach. When needed, the arm can be hydraulically extended up to 30 in., and then retracted to its standard position for maximum arm force and lift performance.

For added stability, the counterweight on R-Series compact (mini) excavators is integrated into the structure of the machine. This design contributes to an improvement of lift-over-side capacity up to 15 percent in select models. You’ll notice the difference when you’re lifting a heavy load - such as a culvert - and slewing over the side of the machine.

The Two-Speed travel option boosts your top travel speed. Reduce your travel time across jobsites, limit the need to load and unload your machine on a trailer, and shorten your long-haul tasks.

Simplify grading, leveling and backfilling. Blade float exerts a minimal, consistent down-force on the blade, with minimal operator input.

Auto-shift travel shifts the machine out of high range and back automatically, offering superb travel performance without having to manually downshift. It automatically transitions the travel motors to and from high range, giving you greater tractive effort with no manual shifting. A directional lug track also provides a smoother ride and less vibration when traveling.

Bobcat® compact excavators are engineered to operate in the smallest of workspaces. All models feature the exclusive In-Track Swing Frame, which allows you to get closer to your work. The swing castings and cylinders stay within the tracks when you dig in an offset position.

Bobcat® compact excavators are designed to prevent problems before they occur. Electronics meet or exceed military requirements for sealing, moisture, shock and vibration. Automatic glow plugs deliver easier starts and longer starter life, while battery run-down protection protects against vandals or forgetful operators.

Exposed hoses, weaker components and inferior design may mean a trip to the shop when you need your machine the most. Bobcat® compact excavators are equipped with a durable tailgate, protected hydraulic lines, smarter hose routing and a redesigned workgroup.

Keys are no longer necessary with the optional keyless start panel on Bobcat® compact excavators. Keyless start ensures no time is lost on your worksite if you or your employees forget the keys in the shop. It also protects against theft or unauthorized use of your excavator.

Get on and off the jobsite faster. Secure your load quickly with accessible tie-downs. Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators come standard with four tie-down points that are easy to reach.

Steel tracks increase your pushing force when you're working in harsh or abrasive jobsites. The segmented construction makes for quick, convenient repair and the rubber pads give you a more comfortable ride.

Integrated slew brakes hold your load steady on slopes for more accurate placement and while your excavator is trailered.

With better ground clearance, the X-frame undercarriage improves your performance in difficult conditions. Dirt and other materials easily pass through this undercarriage, making cleanup faster and leaving less debris on the trailers.

Extend the life of your backfill blade through the bolt-on, one-piece and reversible cutting edge. Compared to welded-on cutting edges, the cutting edge on the angle blade is easily reversible and replaceable.

Choose an excavator model with a tail swing configuration that best fits your maneuverability needs: zero tail swing, minimal tail swing and conventional tail swing.

Premium comfort gives you the endurance to power through long days and tough jobs. When you step inside the R-Series compact (mini) excavator cab, you’ll see refinements everywhere you look, including plenty of headroom and legroom, clear visibility, and a larger suspension seat. Each feature has been designed to help keep you working all day long.

When you step inside the redesigned cab of a R-Series compact (mini) excavator, you’ll find more space everywhere you look. It provides maximum headroom and legroom for dependable comfort all day long. Additionally, the suspension seat is wider and floorspace has been increased by 29 percent when compared to previous generations. Even tall operators will be comfortable with plenty of headroom.

When you have clear visibility to your work area, your productivity can take off. Bobcat® compact (mini) excavators are engineered with narrower cab pillars and 15 percent more glass surface area. Together, they give you the industry’s best visibility to your workgroup and blade cutting edge. Other features include a large, Level 1 FOPS (falling object protection system)-certified top window, automatic on/off work lights, and an optional retractable sun visor to block out distracting light.

Simple, ergonomic controls keep you productive all day long. Control your attachments and travel with precision, flexibility and low fatigue. Feel the quality at your fingertips, as the newly designed joysticks fit better in your hands.

Inside the premium cab of R-Series compact (mini) excavators, you’ll experience dramatically reduced vibration. Many features contribute to the improvement, including a dual-flange track roller system, a tighter connection between body panels and robust hinges and latches. They all work together to make operating your Bobcat® compact excavator more comfortable for longer, more productive days on the jobsite.

Adjustable seats on R-Series compact excavators set new standards for comfort. No matter your height or weight, it’s easy to find an accommodating operating position. With the optional heated seat, cold weather won’t slow you down.

Auto Idle makes it easier and quieter to pause your work, take a quick break or communicate on the jobsite - all while saving fuel. When machine functions aren’t used, the machine automatically idles the engine until you start working again.

Your shop time should be used to complete the job instead of gaining access to components. With Bobcat® compact excavators, it's easy to make maintenance part of your routine. Perform preventative maintenance with industry-leading service access and simple checkpoints. You'll complete essential maintenance as scheduled and reduce your operating costs.

Unlike most joints, which require greasing as part of daily checklist, R-Series excavators include a greaseless boom swing cylinder pin joint. For you, that means less time maintaining your machine and more time working.

Train operators and technicians in the safe operating and servicing of Bobcat® equipment. Operator training courses, safety videos and other training materials are available at your Bobcat dealer’s parts department or by visiting the training resources.

Many Bobcat® compact excavators are equipped with selectable auxiliary hydraulics. Three flow rates help you optimize the response of hydraulic attachments such as PowerTilt® and Hydra-Tilt™ swing accessories, clamps, grapples, hydraulic breakers and auger attachments.

With Bobcat® compact excavators, you can do more than just dig with more than a dozen attachments to choose from. Easily add a hydraulic clamp. Use the standard auxiliary quick couplers. Many attachments can also be used with your Bobcat loader.

For the most convenient attachment changes in the industry, choose the optional Hydraulic X-Change system. It maintains optimal “pin-on” bucket geometry so arm and bucket forces are not compromised.

As an alternative to a clamp attachment, the Pro Clamp system consists of a base component, standard pin-on work tool and optional grading tool. Grab large, small or irregular objects with greater confidence. Create a smooth trench bottom and clean up spoil piles quickly.

The exclusive X-Change™ quick-tach mounting system provides multi-attachment capabilities. It’s designed to maintain arm-to-bucket geometry for top breakout force.