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I can't believe how smooth the controls are on my Bobcat E35. For this being my first ever excavator, I feel like I am controlling it well. The cab is an absolute must for me down here in Florida. Between the bugs, humidity and heat, I'm happy with my purchase. Lastly, parts and a good local dealer is worth so much. Enjoy that new machine!

The reach, or lack of, is the biggest issue I have with my (not blue) 1.5T unit. Reach also translates to dumping height and I need to go over a electric fence line to get downed trees to the fire pit but it just barely does it. Mine is also has single speed drive motors. Had I waited 2 years I could have gotten an upgraded unit with more reach and 2 speed drive and 4 HP more, still without needing DEF. The price of this new Bobcat is more than I have spent on all the vehicles, and repairs to them, combined in the last 45 years.

Good video Kyle! I have many hours on an E35 and is a fantastic machine. Running any piece of equipment can be mastered by experienced. I have a fantastic job and could afford an expensive machine (MACHINE!) but choose to buy less expensive stuff. Reliability is a huge factor when it comes to purchasing. Over the years I’ve learned that no matter how much you spend there is always a lemon. So I choose the cheaper option and if need be I can toss it if it’s a catastrophe. That option is not for everyone either. Some people buy the reliability because they don’t have time to deal with breakdowns. Every decision is made based on individual needs. I got sick of using a shovel and purchased a black RH14😉 and I’m really enjoying it! Definitely might be upgrading soon though….

“Juss look-at-it..!” Your video comparison saved me from making a bad choice. I am a week away from making a what it seems like a terrible decision and trying to re-sell an expensive off “brand” where I live -Ohio- would probably never happen. It seems well worth the extra cash to own a brand name. Bobcat, here I come!!

Great explanation. I definitely agree that there are many benefits to the Bobcat vs the Chinese machines. I have found the same thing with my Takeuchi - better quality and dealer network support.

You don't even sound excited about the Bobcat...😂. For YT purposes I noticed your audio is much better in the cab of the Bobcat. The dealer network is worth the extra cost for sure. Resale will be easy if you ever want to upgrade again.

55k sounds like a great price for a machine that equipped. I've been looking for something used in the same size but people want 40-50 for something with 2khrs. That's crazy when you can spend 10k more and buy new. Looks like I might have to get some quotes. Thats a nice looking machine and you can't beat the air conditioning😂👍

I just bought my first big boy toy (machine) a Tym 574. Might need to start a KZfaq channel to help pay for it. lol.

I've kind of noticed, just in the research that I've done, it seems as if the value of the no names vs the names seems to get a whole lot closer together as you get into the larger machines.

I haven’t even watched this yet Kyle but can almost guarantee this will be one of your most popular videos and only grow in viewership over time - a lot of home-gamers and small businesses are in the same boat.

Kyle - Really like the diversity of your intro videos vs the same old stuff each week. Great comparison video

GREAT VIDEO! It's the QUALITY of the product THAT COUNTS! I'd pay more for better quality any day! Keep the videos sta8 and tell it like it is! You da man!

Good explanation on the diggers, Kyle. I bought the joysticks and have the pleasure of figuring out how to switch the controls, yay! I'm with you on the touchiness of the Kymron controls, very intense if you're not used to it. I have been looking into this with my 26 and the solution seems to be a 'Cushion Valve' that allows for smoother operation. I'll address this in the future on my channel. Thanks for the update on your excavators, as always it was informative and entertaining at the same time.

Absolutely love my E35! The only thing I can think of to watch out for is reaching down deep with the blade up. Typically you would have the blade down when digging but one scenario where it got me was climbing on top of a mound of dirt to load a dump trailer. Climbing up the soft dirt and reaching across the pile to help pull the MACHINE up, the main boom cylinder guard hit the blade and sheared the bolt that holds the guard on off. Not Bobcats fault, I’m sure that all excavators with a blade could have this issue.

It's about the dealership and how far you need to travel. Great video. Missing the beer and girls. God bless.

Boy do I have excavator envy. The cab is your friend! Great video brother, enjoyed it!

I'm very happy for you. This new machine is generations -behind- EDIT: ahead the kymron. The movements are so smooth, the engine is much quieter - money well spend. The difference in price is the difference in function and comfort. Very nice toy!

Kyle, fit, function, finances, frustration, usually one part of the equation takes presidence always in making a choice. Stay safe, strong, and smart. Good stuff!

Good honest appraisal and info! Would love to have a name brand but for 3 acres just cant justify it quite yet. But seriously, the jerkyness of the little crappy machines is irritating as all get out.

I love my E60, glad you are happy with yours!!!

Bobcat all the way... A/C cab is a must have for bugs/heat. My wife is trying to tell me we don't need a Kioti tractor with cab and I'm like then we aren't buying a tractor. 😁 🍻

You could make a nice path down into that ravine with the bobcat and clean the entire slops . Looking good

Great information Kyle, thank you for posting this video, this is an important comparison, your compared the two machines in a very objective way. 😊

I see what you are talking about with the thumb now. I think that is a good price for the bobcat. Enjoyed the video.

Thanks for the great run-down. Seems like you got a great "starter" unit and now have an even better "grown up" unit. Likely a helpful life lesson. Had you ever rented equipment to try out and see where the capabilities lay? I know Bobcat of Davies County was a great dealer for you, but in trying to apply your lessons to my area it becomes harder to navigate based on dealer reputation alone.

M A C H I N E. That really helped me with my decision, thanks man. BTW, last video you mentioned swass, i broke out laughing cause we called it "wet tail"!!!

Machine! Girth! Great video explaining you purchase. Thanks

11:22 Please be careful around tree branches. If a tree branch gets caught in your hydraulics, it can end up pinching and bursting your hydraulic hose causing unnecessary downtime and expense. Some operators use a tree trimmer to cut down branches that might be in their way, to avoid this.

I have a JD 26G open cab. I've been getting rather annoyed with it starting to bounce and having to completely release the controls until it settles. It's worse at a higher throttle setting, but it's always there to some degree. I think the lighter the machine (machine!), the more prone it is to doing that. The 26G (5700lbs) is moderately capable, but I'm finding I need a heavier machine (machine!) for more and more things now. I also want a cab. I recently replaced my Kubota L4701HST with a TYM 574CH because I wanted more lift capacity and a cab. I guess the excavator upgrade is going to have to wait another week or two :). Also, check out progressive link thumb options for the Bobcat. That's the ultimate in thumb usability, as you typically get over 180 degrees of thumb rotation, vs the 120 or so for a good non-progressive link thumb.

Awesome video! I just rock a skid steer on our farm, it's mostly flat in Nebraska!😂

Boy that XH42D isn't free either. I would have thought they would be further apart.

I'm going to weld extensions and 2 more cross braces on my Chinese hydraulic thumb.

Thanks for sharing!

I’m a buy once, cry once kind of person. I only buy JD tractors. I’ve looked at the Chinese brands which give people bang for the buck, but I would be wishing I bought a JD, Kubota, Bobcat, etc if I did. My only issue is upgraditis. I always want a larger tractor. 😂 Great video brother!

Great vid. Great comparison. Super helpful, THX. MACHINE!!!

YES, it is worth it especially when talking MACHINES. I know you will enjoy the Bobcat.

@6:40 "Hell, I'd be happy with an extra inch." "Machine!" Since you missed that pop in, I figured that I would help. 😅

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Man honestly that’s a great price for the bobcat I was expecting a lot more for some reason.

Kymron has a place and a value. But the Bobcat is on a whole other level. And like I noted to TKCL, Bobcats are going to have resale value. If or when you ever want to sell the machine, you will be able to get a lot back out of it. You and he are likely to keep these machines at low, low hours forever, and never beat the bushings out of them. Won't call it a sure thing but it is a reaonably safe bet. And you get the Bobcat dealer support, all the engineers at Doosan backing them up. This is big-league stuff. And I say that even as a Yanmar/Takeuchi fan because it is just true.

Hi I do agree with you about a name brand mini excavators also it depends on what you are doing with it such as if you are a landscaper and need fine detail work then the kymron china boy excavators you may not won’t to use but if you are a contractor that just uses a mini excavator twice or slightly more then a china boy mini is for you I mean a mini excavator lol specially if all you are doing is just digging a trench or a hole Both whether it’s Chinese or a brand name they both have a place you have to decide which is best for you have fun with your new bobcat also don’t be using it for a super weggie machine lol

Smooth operator…. I’m reminded of a song. 😂

Does the Bobcat use electronic solenoids? Redesigning that Kymron foot pedal would’ve been a good video. Small footed Asians.😂

Hey Semi trucks are Machines too! lol

Hope you are ok.. Haven’t seen a new post in a couple weeks. More people need to subscribe to your channel

Controls on Bobcat are much smoother. Really no comparison between the two machines. Bobcat look much more stable too. All around better machine for you. BTW, thanks for the electric info.

Dang. And my wife was pi$$ed when I bought another golf cart chassis. Nice MACHINE!

For the professional contractor, it’s Bobcat all day long. For home owner on a tight budget and not making a living with machine, Chinese excavator will probably work fine.

Great video and comparison. I think you explained the differences quite well. I was talking to someone about the Kyrom verses brand name and told them that if your looking to save a little money and are just getting started it might be worth looking at. After you get to the point that the better quality of a Bobcat or Kabota or any other name would benefit you better you could upgrade at that point. But like you said shipping and local dealer support can be a huge advantage and the difference in price becomes less of a factor. Good stuff!!

Machines are cool !

Big upgrade!

I just checked in a ground hog because I bought 11 acres . Bobcat was $20,000 higher

You got that bobcat for 55k?! I got a quote a year ago on an e35 same setup for $77,800!!

Can you post or send the recording equipment you use? Namely the camera and wireless mic. I'd appreciate it greatly.

So you spent $55k to reach 1 branch down a ravine. This guys got more money than brains

MACHINE!!!

Problem with a cab is something more to break. Would definitely take the Chinese machine over the Bobcat therefore.

MACHINE!

Awesome thanks man ya think if u upgraded to American on Myron it may be smoother

Shoulda got a 2026 😂

The thumb and the jerking of the other one makes that machine a no go for me. And that peddle appears it won’t last very long.

If you ask me..I would buy a Kubota... :-)))

Shoulda bought a house further from the road for KZfaq purposes 😂

Digging that extra reach…. 😅

I owened bobcat my hole live

The Chinese machines will never be able to compete against Bobcat, Cat, etc. Their main selling point is the cost.

As a retired Caterpillar employee, I tend to have a prejudice for Cat equipment. But I watch enough videos that feature construction equipment, that I really seem to like the Kubota machines a lot. The problem is, just like how people tend to buy cordless tools, I like Kubota for the color🙂. So I should never be trusted to make purchasing decisions on construction equipment.

Machines!

Machine 👍

Im looking at getting an 8 ton machine with a disc mulcher , how do you handle the insurance? is it covered under homeowners or a stand alone policy, no insurance or does BC sell a policy? you could mabey do vid about it.

So how much was the Chinese ver the bobcat. I would say put a different thum on the Chinese one. Been cheaper then buying a new machine

why didn't you buy the Japanese one, Takeuchi Yanmar Kubota?

it just the AC isn't it?

Do people actually finance this equipment or do they pay cash? How do they afford it?

You were fan of kymron !!! Not anymore???

The chinese should be further apart, they are getting too big for their britches it should be 25k compared to 55k not 40k compared to 55k

You know you can rent these.

You can’t expect it to be in the same category as a bobcat. It’s a cheap Chinese machine so what do you expect you know?

Lol

Kemron is a pile of crap. Bobcat is a good machine.

I know you don't buy on impulse. You research and think it all through. The right tools make all the difference.

As a operator you are comparing two different weight machines. Not a complete comparison

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