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Bobcat E16 mini

excavator
 The Bobcat E16 mini excavator

The improved version of the

mini excavator - built also as
a special edition to celebrate
Bobcat's 25th anniversary in
this particular market segment
- offers ideal performance for
rental companies, landscaping,
local administrations and
public utility companies

by Ettore Zanatta

Power
at your fingertips
Bobcat recently launched version of this model is offers precise movements E16 mini excavator can
two new and improved complete with auxiliary and rapid cycle time. be transported on trailers
versions of the successful hydraulic system with a In this way its various towed by pick-ups and
1-2 T class E14 and 30 l/min flow rate and accessories can be fully vans, or even by medium-
E16 mini excavators two-way control with quick utilised. Thanks to its small size cars. The E16 mini
on the market. Starting and fluid response that size and light weight, the excavator is powered by
with their extraordinary
reliability and life,
E16 Limited Edition
proven comfort for the
operator and the already Celebrations in grand style!
outstanding performance
of the previous models, The E16 Limited Edition boasts an exclusive design
the new and improved for celebrating the 25-year anniversary of Bobcat mini
models offer a number of excavators. This 1.6 t mini excavator is marked by an
innovations and optional exclusive look that ideally ties it to the loading blades of
features designed to the famous and esteemed M Series. This special version
further enhance overall offers performance and comfort very similar to that of the
comfort, in addition to new E16 mini excavator, but that is enriched with a wider
new, top quality design range of standard equipment. A true collector's piece!
components and solutions
and a new exterior look in
line with that of the other
Bobcat E Series mini
excavators.

Focus on the E16

This Machine Focus takes
a close-up look at the E16
mini excavator. Fitted
standard with variable
track undercarriage,
the new and improved
a three-cylinder, 9.9 kW Bobcat trademark, new
Kubota D722 engine. upholstery and a storage Strong points
Two types of arms are compartment underneath
available for this machine: the seat. Optional factory- • Compact, easy to transport (trailer) and low weight•
standard and long. installed equipment Easy maintenance• Lifting power, stability and high
Offered as an optional comprises the Heavy capacity
extra, the long arm further Duty Bobcat radio (for • Second translation speed
increases digging depth the cab versions); four tie
and unloading height. The downs that can be added
E16 mini excavator we to couple and secure the
recently photographed for machine to the trailer; the
this Machine Focus at the blade extensions, also
Doosan Infracore CE plant available fitted with rubber
in Dobris, Czech Republic bearing that protect the
is the Limited Edition asphalt when the blade is
version with canopy and pushed to the ground (the
1615 kg of operating right and left components
weight. The version with can be exchanged so as
heated cab fitted with to position the rubber
standard arm is also bearings on top when
available. Its operating their use is not required);
weight is 1744 kg, and it suspended seat; an
offers a maximum digging auxiliary hydraulic line cycle time, they provide accessing the service
depth of 2422 mm (but on the arm (the auxiliary the E16 with levels of points easier so daily
when fitted with the long hydraulic lines and their productivity similar to maintenance is simpler
arm this mini excavator couplers can now be those of larger excavators. and machine downtimes
reaches a maximum installed on the boom). Like the E14 version, the are shorter. This is an
digging depth of 2602 Bobcat E16 miniexcavator important feature for those
mm). We mentioned Lifting and moving? has hydraulic cylinders demanding applications in
the cab: it is particularly No problem! above the boom. This the rental, demolition and
roomy, has a large door Lifting and moving heavy positioning reduces construction sector. Other
that makes access loads is not a problem vulnerability when working features that contribute
in cramped spaces and/or to the long life of the E16
when using the machine mini excavator (and its
with accessories. The "little brother", the E14)
increased diameter of the are the steel side panels,
cylinders then augments the blade cylinder in a
the breakout force and protected position and
lifting capacity of the use of a three-roller rolling
machine. The auxiliary train that extends the life
hydraulic lines and hoses of the rubber tracks whose
of the work assembly are width is 230 mm (200 mm
canalized inside the arm in the E14 version). These
and boom so as to ensure tracks, supplied standard,
their optimum protection can be replaced with
when you can depend and to improve overall optional steel tracks.
easier, a low noise level on the lifting capacity of visibility. The accessories,
and a comfortable work the E16 mini excavator, which comprise a wide
environment. The most a good 350 kg. In fact, and varied range in
important innovations this version offers high trenching bucket, grading
found inside are the new breakout forces and a bucket, hydraulic breaker,
user-friendly pedals and smoothly operating, jerk- auger and hydraulic
shifting levers, which free hydraulic system clamp measurements, INFO
have already been very that ensures precise are simple to install.
successfully used on the movements. These The 6-mm thick steel
heavier Bobcat E26 mini characteristics are rear door guarantees a
excavator. The cab also particularly advantageous high degree of rigidity,
features a new easy-to- when working in tight protects the rear of the
clean mat bearing the spaces and with its quick excavator and makes
 The Bobcat E16 mini excavator

1-2. When completely forces that the machine is protected from collisions forces, but also improves
retracted, the able to supply with accessories or stones the resistance of the
undercarriage allows the transported in the bucket. cylinder and significantly
excavator to go through 5. The large steel rear The extra reliability this lengthens its operating
narrow spaces. Then door ensures easy access configuration offers is life. Use of the four-plate
when it is completely to all components that particularly important for box-type section profile
extended it supplies top have to undergo daily small excavators, where makes internal welding
stability, particularly along maintenance so that the boom and accessory possible, which improves
the sides. Extension and machine downtime is are close to each other the resistance of the boom
retraction are simple cut to a minimum 6. and the dependability of
and quick, and are The protective door, 8. all hoses and lines - the work assembly
commanded by an electric which also serves as a including the auxiliary
switch located on the counterweight, is made lines - are canalized
control panel of 6-mm-thick steel. It inside the boom and arm;
entirely covers the rear this solution protects
3-4. in addition to use end of the mini excavator, the hydraulic lines and
on the front, the long is made of hardened steel improves visibility for the
dozer blade significantly and ensures excellent operator
improves forward high resistance
excavator stability, 9. The increased cylinder
allowing the operator to 7. Located above the diameter not only boosts
fully use the breakout boom, the cylinder is the work assembly
The increased unloading height of the E16 mini
excavator simplifies operations of loading large lorries,
while the ground range eliminates the need for frequent
repositioning while digging
 The Bobcat E16 mini excavator

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET 10-11-12. When not in use,

Operating weight, with canopy 1,615 kg the fold-up pedals improve
freedom of movement in the
Operating weight, with cab and heating 1,744 kg foot area. The translation
Engine Kubota D722-E2B-BCZ-5 pedals are standard
Engine power 9.9 kW at 2,500 rpm
13-14-15. there is more
Torque 42.2 Nm at 2,200 rpm legroom together with user-
Digging force, at arm 9,560 N friendly levers and pedals in
Digging force, at bucket 16,640 N the new E16 mini excavator.
The ropS/topS canopy
Pressure on ground, with rubber tracks 28 kPa effectively protects the
Minimum swing radius 1,192 mm operator. The new optional
Tail swing radius 1,068 mm suspended seat is remarkable

Boom swing (left/right) 80°/60°

16. special attention has been
Track width, rubber, standard 230 mm paid to providing the E16 mini
Pump type two-piston, with gear pump excavator with fluid hydraulic
performance and precise
Pump capacity Pump 1 = 11.3 l/min
movements. In this way
Pump 2 and 3 = 5 l/min working in cramped spaces
Translation speed (low/high ratio) 2.9 / 4.8 km/h is easier, and the operator is
more comfortable

17. the increased diameter

cylinders of the work
assembly and the top of
class hydraulic system
give the E16 mini excavator
greater digging forces. This
machine is able to lift more
than 350 kg, a capacity that
proves extremely useful for
unloading materials at the
construction site