Bobcat Mini Excavators in Crystal River, FL
Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County in Crystal River carries a full lineup of Bobcat compact excavators, from sub-two-ton machines designed for the tightest residential spaces to heavier models capable of serious commercial digging, trenching, and grading work. Bobcat refers to these machines as compact excavators rather than mini excavators, but the terms are used interchangeably across the industry. Whatever size project you are tackling in Citrus County, our team can help you match the right machine to the job.
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A compact excavator is a tracked machine with a rotating upper structure, a boom, arm, and bucket that digs by pulling soil toward the machine. Unlike a skid-steer loader, which pushes and lifts from the front, an excavator excels at precision digging, trenching, grading slopes, and working in areas where the machine needs to stay in one position while reaching out to move material.
The tracks distribute the machine's weight across a larger surface area than wheeled equipment, making compact excavators better suited for soft ground, wet conditions, and uneven terrain. Most Bobcat compact excavators feature a zero tail swing or reduced tail swing design, which means the rear of the machine does not extend beyond the tracks when rotating, allowing work right next to walls, fences, and structures without damaging them.
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Bobcat Skid-Steer Loader Models at Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County
Bobcat's compact excavator lineup spans from the 1-ton E10 to the 9-ton E88, with the most popular models for residential and commercial work falling between 1.5 and 6 tons. The right size depends on the dig depth, reach, and lift capacity your job requires, as well as how the machine needs to access the site.
- E20: 15 horsepower, zero tail swing, and a retractable undercarriage that narrows to fit through standard gates; ideal for backyard projects, interior demolition, and confined urban sites
- E26: 24.8 horsepower, zero tail swing, and a retractable undercarriage; provides greater dig depth and bucket digging force than the E20 for more demanding residential and utility work
- E35: One of the most popular compact excavators in the Bobcat lineup, available in standard, long arm, and extendable arm configurations with 24.8 horsepower standard and an optional 33-horsepower engine; includes zero tail swing, more than 10 feet of dig depth, and over 7,200 pounds of bucket digging force
- E38 and E40: Zero tail swing models that offer increased weight and digging performance over the E35 in a similarly compact footprint, making them well suited for foundation work and heavier trenching
- E42 and E50: Heavier mid-size machines with zero tail swing and retractable undercarriages; the E50 features an in-track swing frame that allows excavation alongside a wall and pivoting toward the spoil pile without repositioning
- E55 and E60: 5- to 6-ton machines with zero tail swing, retractable undercarriages, and the cab space and hydraulic performance needed for full-day commercial digging, grading, and demolition work; the E60 features the largest cab in its category
- E85 and E88: Bobcat's heaviest compact excavators, designed for high-output commercial and infrastructure applications requiring maximum dig depth, reach, and lift capacity
Bobcat Compact Excavator Attachments
Bobcat's Hydraulic X-Change and Pro Clamp attachment mounting systems make it practical to switch between excavator attachments on the job site without special tools. Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County can supply and order the full range of Bobcat-genuine excavator attachments.
- Buckets: general-purpose, ditching, grading, and heavy-duty trenching buckets in multiple widths
- Hydraulic thumbs: for grasping logs, rocks, debris, and demolition material while digging
- Augers: for drilling fence posts, tree holes, and utility access points
- Hydraulic breakers: for breaking up concrete slabs, asphalt, limestone, and hardpan common in Citrus County terrain
- Grapples: for handling brush, stumps, and debris during land clearing
- Plate compactors: for compacting backfill in trenches and around foundations
- Rippers: for breaking up compacted soil and hardpan before digging
Bobcat's Bob-Tach attachment mounting system allows most attachments to be swapped in under a minute without tools, making it practical to change tasks throughout the workday.
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Bobcat Compact Excavator Applications in Citrus County
Compact excavators are used across a wide range of industries and project types throughout Citrus County and the surrounding Gulf Coast area.
- Utility installation: trenching for water, sewer, irrigation, and electrical conduit is one of the most common uses for compact excavators in residential and commercial development along the Highway 19 corridor
- Foundation and site prep: digging footings, grading building pads, and preparing sites for new construction throughout Crystal River, Lecanto, Inverness, and Beverly Hills
- Landscaping: grading yards, digging retention ponds, installing drainage, and reshaping terrain around residential and commercial properties
- Land clearing: removing stumps, excavating root balls, and grading after brush clearing on undeveloped Citrus County properties
- Pool excavation: digging pool basins for residential installation, one of the most consistent demand sources for compact excavator rental and purchase in Central Florida
- Demolition: breaking up concrete driveways, slabs, and foundations for residential remodeling and commercial site clearance
- Agricultural: digging irrigation ditches, ponds, and drainage channels on farm properties in western Citrus County
New and Used Bobcat Compact Excavators at Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County
Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County carries new Bobcat compact excavators across the lineup, with current inventory available online and on our Crystal River lot. For buyers focused on value, our used and Bobcat SELECTS certified pre-owned inventory includes inspected and reconditioned machines at lower price points than new equipment.
Compact excavators hold their value well in the used market, and many contractors find that a low-hour used E35 or E50 delivers reliable performance for years after purchase. Our team can walk you through the specifications, hours, and condition of any used unit we carry.
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Bobcat Compact Excavator Financing in Crystal River, FL
Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County offers equipment financing through Doosan Bobcat Financial and additional lending partners for both new and used compact excavators. Financing programs are structured to fit the cash flow of contractors, landscaping companies, utility installers, and property owners throughout Citrus County and the surrounding area. An online credit application is available on our website, and our finance team can walk you through available rates and term options before your visit.
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At Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County in Crystal River, we are committed to helping customers find the right compact excavator for their specific project and terrain. Our team understands the soil conditions, site access challenges, and job types common throughout Citrus County's residential, commercial, and agricultural landscape, and can match you with the right machine and attachments for the work you do.
Our support does not end at the sale. Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County provides factory-trained service technicians, genuine Bobcat OEM parts, and a service department equipped to keep your excavator performing at peak capacity. From routine maintenance to hydraulic repairs, we are here to minimize downtime and keep your jobs on schedule. When you choose Jenkins Bobcat of Citrus County, our goal is a straightforward and productive equipment-buying experience.
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