John Deere 35 P-Tier vs. Bobcat E35 : Head to Head Comparison

The top things to know when comparing the John Deere 35 P-Tier to the Bobcat E35:

1. The John Deere 35 P-Tier gives Oklahoma contractors a balanced 3.5-metric-ton compact excavator package with 23.3 hp net power, 8,135 lb operating weight, 10 ft. dig depth, 4.8 psi ground bearing pressure, and local support from CL Boyd.
2. Deere builds practical jobsite features into the 35 P-Tier, including a standard mechanical quick coupler, quick-connect auxiliary couplers, an auxiliary selector valve, standard backfill blade, auto-idle, economy work mode, ground-level daily service access, and a cab that tilts forward for service access.
3. Bobcat lists strong digging-force numbers and a zero-tail-swing base configuration, but the Deere 35 P-Tier is a strong fit when attachment changes, serviceability, dealer support, and day-to-day ownership experience matter as much as one spec row.

John Deere 35 P-Tier vs. Bobcat E35 Specs

This table uses manufacturer-published values where available. When a value is not cleanly available from the official source used for this draft, it is marked n/a instead of filled from an unverified source.

Official Deere/CL Boyd 35 P-Tier specifications and official Bobcat E35 specifications. Specs vary by configuration, arm or stick selection, cab/canopy package, blade, track type, bucket, counterweight, fluids, and attachments. Confirm exact machine configuration before making transport, lift, or attachment decisions.

Which machine is better for your work?

Choose the 35 P-Tier if you want Deere attachment-change features, serviceability story, low listed ground bearing pressure, and CL Boyd support.

Choose the Bobcat E35 if your decision is driven by Bobcat's zero-tail-swing base configuration, higher listed horsepower, higher listed bucket force, or Bobcat controls.

For Oklahoma contractors, the right answer depends on trench depth, attachment needs, tail-swing requirements, trailer capacity, operator preference, service response, and parts support. Use the table as a starting point, then demo the machine in the work you actually do.

Serviceability, attachments, and daily use

John Deere describes the 35 P-Tier with a standard mechanical quick coupler, quick-connect auxiliary couplers, an auxiliary selector valve for one-way and two-way flows, a standard backfill blade, auto-idle, economy work mode, ground-level daily service access, and a cab that tilts forward for service access.

The Bobcat E35 has its own strengths, so this comparison should stay practical: compare the official specs, sit in both machines, test the controls, and match the hydraulic package to the attachments you plan to run.

Frequently asked questions

Which has more horsepower, the John Deere 35 P-Tier or Bobcat E35?
Bobcat lists the E35 at 24.8 hp. Deere lists the 35 P-Tier at 23.3 hp net power. Because the source labels are not identical, confirm the exact test standard before treating the gap as apples-to-apples.

Which has more hydraulic flow?
Deere lists 20.2 gpm main pump flow. Bobcat lists 16.9 gpm auxiliary standard flow for the E35. Because those are different hydraulic labels, confirm attachment requirements with the dealer before treating one number as a direct win.

Should I pick the John Deere 35 P-Tier or the Bobcat E35?
Pick the machine that fits the work and the support network. The 35 P-Tier is a strong option when CL Boyd support, Deere attachment compatibility, service access, and the listed Deere specs line up with your jobsites.

What does the John Deere 35 P-Tier offer beyond the spec table?
The 35 P-Tier is built around practical jobsite use, not just headline numbers. Deere lists a standard mechanical quick coupler, quick-connect auxiliary couplers, an auxiliary selector valve for one-way and two-way flows, a standard backfill blade, auto-idle, and economy work mode. Those features can matter every day for crews moving between trenching, grading, cleanup, and attachment work.

Which machine has the stronger attachment-change story?
The John Deere 35 P-Tier has a clear Deere advantage for contractors who change attachments often. The standard mechanical quick coupler, quick-connect auxiliary couplers, and auxiliary selector valve are all Deere-published features that support faster setup changes and easier matching between the machine and the attachment.

Is the John Deere 35 P-Tier a good choice for soft or finished surfaces?
Yes. Deere publishes the 35 P-Tier at 4.8 psi ground bearing pressure, which is useful for contractors working around lawns, finished sites, utilities, and softer ground. Bobcat's ground-pressure value was not cleanly available from the official source used for this draft, so Deere gives buyers a clearer published number to evaluate.

Does Bobcat's zero-tail-swing design automatically make it the better choice?
No. Zero tail swing can be useful in tight spaces, but it is only one part of the decision. The Deere 35 P-Tier gives contractors a balanced compact excavator package with 10 ft. dig depth, 8,135 lb operating weight, published ground bearing pressure, Deere attachment features, and local CL Boyd support.

Why should contractors demo the John Deere 35 P-Tier?
A demo lets operators evaluate the full Deere ownership experience: control feel, visibility, service access, attachment changes, comfort, and support from CL Boyd. Specs help narrow the list, but the machine that keeps crews productive is usually the one that fits the operator, the attachments, and the local support network.

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