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SANY SY38U Pro VS BOBCAT E20Z Comparison

SANY SY38U Pro

SANY SY38U Pro

27-31.99L*

BOBCAT E20Z

BOBCAT E20Z

23-25L*

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SANY SY38U Pro

SANY SY38U Pro

27L

BOBCAT E20Z

BOBCAT E20Z

23L

Engine

Model
YANMAR 3TNV88F
Kubota / D722-E4B-BCZ-7
Gross Power
20.9 kw
10.2 kW @ 2500 rpm kw
Net Power
20 kw
10.2 kw
Engine Power
28 HP
14 HP
Engine Displacement
1800 cc
700 cc
Number Of Cylinders
3 Nos
3 Nos
Rated RPM
2200 rpm
2500 rpm
Emission Standard
BS VI
Stage V / Tier 4
Max Torque
110 Nm
43.5 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel

Operating Weight

Operating Weight
3935 kg
2039 kg
Machine Weight
3935 kg
2039 kg
Counter Weight
200 kg
41 kg
Ground Pressure
35 kg
31.1 kg

Hydraulic System

Main Pump Type
Load‑sensing / variable displacement
Dual piston pump with gear pump
Maximum Hydraulic Flow
90 L/min
41.30  L/min
Maximum System Pressure
220 bar
180 bar
Hydraulic Oil Capacity
60 litres
19 litres
Auxiliary Hydraulic Flow
40 L/min
30 L/min

Working Range

Max Digging Depth
3100 mm
2343 mm
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
2750 mm
2,385  mm
Max Reach at Ground Level
5200 mm
4,089  mm
Max Dumping Height
3500 mm
2,608 mm
Max Cutting Height
4100 mm
2610 mm
Boom Length
2.540 m
1.6 m
Arm Length
1400 mm
1200 mm
Bucket Breakout Force
140 kN
20.835 kN
Arm Tear-out Force
120 kN
9.2 kN

Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity
50 litres
19 litres
Hydraulic Tank Capacity
50 litres
19 litres
Cooling System Capacity
8 litres
3.3 litres
Engine Oil Capacity
6 litres
3.3 litres
Swing Drive Oil Capacity
3 litres
4 litres
Final Drive Gear Oil Capacity
2 litres
8 litres

Under Carriage

Track Shoe Width
300 mm
230 mm
Track Gauge
1250 mm
1360 mm
Track Length on Ground
1 670  mm
1 258  mm
Ground Clearance
280 mm
450 mm
Tail Swing Radius
860 mm
2755 mm
Undercarriage Type
Crawler – Rubber Tracks
Crawler – Rubber Tracks

Steering & Brakes

Overall Length
5500 mm
3,708 mm
Overall Width
1800 mm
1,360 mm
Overall Height
2500 mm
2,297 mm
Cab Height
2400 mm
2,297  mm
Boom Height
2.600 m
4.089 m
Track Width
400 mm
230 mm

Performances

Travel Speed
5 km/h
4.5 km/h
Swing Speed
11 rpm
8.4 rpm
Gradeability
30 %
30 %
Drawbar Pull
20 kN
19.3 kN

Bucket And Attachments

Bucket Capacity
0.12 Cu.m
0.05 Cu.m
Bucket Options
0.12/0.8
39
Attachment Compatibility
Auger, breaker, tilt bucket
Auger, breaker, hydraulic clamp, flail mower, grade tools, etc.

Cabin And Controls

Cabin AC
No
No
Display Type
LCD
Standard integrated machine display with diagnostics
Joystick Controls
Yes
No
Seat Type
Adjustable suspension
Basic suspension seat on canopy versions.
Noise Level
95 dB(A)
82 dB(A)
Safety Features
-
-

Electrical System

Battery
12 V
12 V
Alternator Output
40-60 A
80 A
Lighting Type
Halogen
Halogen

Additional Features

Auto Idle
Yes
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
No
Telematics
Yes
No
Diagnostic System
Yes
Yes

SANY SY38U Pro

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Pros

  • Compact yet capable: Good sized machine for urban jobs and landscaping, similar to other mini excavators in the 3.8 t class.
  • 28 hp power: Enough power for typical digging, trenching, and utility work.
  • Works well in tight spaces: Likely zero/minimum tail swing and rubber tracks help with maneuverability.

BOBCAT E20Z

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Pros

  • Excellent for tight & confined spaces
  • Compact and maneuverable
  • Strong digging performance for its class