2026 Bobcat® R2-Series E17

2026 Bobcat® R2-Series E17

Designed to empower operators of all skill levels, the zero-tail-swing Bobcat® E17 delivers reliable performance, everyday versatility and maximum maneuverability thanks to the retractable undercarriage and folding dozer blade.

Features may include:

• Zero Tail Swing excavators give you more unrestricted rotation and provides greater flexibility if you are constantly working close to objects or against a wall. The rear of the house stays within the width of the tracks through full rotation.

• Hydraulically retract the undercarriage to just 38.6 inches wide to pass through narrow entries and exits, and gain greater access to jobsites big and small. Then return the undercarriage to its full, 53.5-inch stance for a wider footprint. Operators can also manually fold the outer sections of the dozer blade to reduce its overall width to just 38.6 inches. Fully extended, the blade matches the width of the undercarriage at 53.5 inches wide.

• Compared to mechanical travel controls, hydraulically controlled travel on Bobcat compact excavators results in smooth, precise movement.

• The new load-sensing pump, paired with the closed-center hydraulic system, delivers smooth and responsive multi-functioning operations and controllability, along with smooth, precise positioning of the excavator and work group. You'll have more power and flexibility for traveling and operating the work group simultaneously for enhanced productivity and more intuitive operation.

• A rocker-style thumb switch, located on the left joystick, provides superior boom swing control with better metering than foot pedals. Multifunctioning actions, such as swinging and traveling simultaneously, are also easier and overall operation is more convenient.

• The fingertip auxiliary hydraulic controls make it easy to activate and operate hydraulic attachments.

• Standard on the E17, a standard arm gives you maximum breakout force and lifting ability with greater digging performance.

• When you dig in an offset position, the swing castings and cylinders remain within the tracks to help you work in small spaces. You can dig flush against an obstacle while avoiding contact with the machine.

• The standard dozer blade allows for efficient grading and leveling, clearing away debris and the backfilling of trenches and holes. The blade also helps stabilize the excavator when lifting heavy loads and when working on uneven terrain.