425, easily transportable ZTS excavator in a compact package
- Zero Tail Swing
- Blade with float function
- Auxiliary hydraulic system
- Compactness – transportability (trailer)
- Easy maintenance
The 425 is a Zero Tail Swing (ZTS) small excavator in the 2-3 T class.
This compact model has a limited operating weight making it easy to transport on a trailer or to be towed behind a small truck.
The 425 is designed for limited-access jobs. Thanks to Zero Tail Swing, the entire house of the excavator, with the exception of the boom, rotates within the width of the machine tracks. So there is no worry about damaging the house or the surrounding environment. The operator can concentrate fully on the job.
Climb in and see for yourself just how roomy and operator-friendly the cab is. A fully adjustable seat and low effort joystick controls enable efficient operation, cycle after cycle.
This machine is equipped with a load sensing system allowing all operations to be carried out simultaneously.
All service points are readily accessible to facilitate daily maintenance and reduce downtime. The 425 and 428 are the first small excavators with an engine cover hinged to the top. Once again Bobcat sets the standards with class-leading service access.
The versatile dozer blade is invaluable for backfilling, dozing, leveling and it also acts as a stabilizer to increase lift capacity over front. Bobcat offers a blade with a float function to facilitate leveling work.
This machine is renowned for excellence in performance and productivity to handle even the most difficult jobs with ease. Powerful digging forces enable fast, smooth digging performance.
The 425 is ideal for the rental market because of its size, operating weight and attachment versatility.
Get even more with the bolt on counterweight kit, enclosed cab, steel tracks, keyless ignition system and Protection Plus full machine coverage available as options.
Looking for more information about the 425? Get in touch with your local Bobcat dealer. Quickly find the closest Bobcat dealer thanks to our dealer locator.
Limited weight / easy to transport
Thanks to its limited weight – only 2649 kg, (cabin version), the Bobcat 425 zero house swing excavator can easily be transported on a trailer from one jobsite to the next. The compact dimensions of the excavator facilitate transportability.
Spacious cab
No compromise on comfort: A spacious cab with plenty of headroom, elbow room and room for the feet allows the operator to work comfortably all day long. A fully adjustable seat and low effort joystick controls enable efficient operation, cycle after cycle. Climb in and see for yourself just how roomy and operator-friendly the cab is.
Dig, rotate and dump – even in tight spaces
With zero tail swing, it’s as easy – and simple - as that. Zero tail swing allows the excavator, when positioned close to a wall, to rotate 360° either left or right. Thanks to zero tail swing, there is no worry about damaging the house of the excavator or the surrounding environment. The operator can concentrate fully on the job.
Zero tail swing
Thanks to zero tail swing, the entire house of the excavator, with the exception of the boom, rotates within the width of the excavator tracks. This design allows the operator to concentrate fully on the job and never have to worry whether the tail can rotate safely without risk of damage to the machine or the surrounding environment. In a word, zero tail swing = peace of mind all the time.
Hydraulic System
The 425 is equipped with a LOAD SENSING system, with very smooth, easy-to-control hydraulics, allowing all operations to be carried out simultaneously.
Class leading service access
Easy service access – a feature for which Bobcat is known
All service points are readily accessible to facilitate daily maintenance and reduce downtime.
The 428 is the first BOBCAT mini-excavator with an engine cover hinged to the top. Special attention was given to ensure adequate height under the cover. Bobcat again is setting the standards with class-leading service access.
Blade with float function
The versatile dozer blade is invaluable for backfilling, dozing and leveling, and also serves as a stabilizer to increase lift capacity when lifting loads over front.
Bobcat offers, as one of the only manufacturers in this market segment, a blade with a float function to facilitate levelling work.
Two counterweight kits for the Bobcat 425 compact excavator are now available to gain even more stability in certain operating conditions.

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