Head to head
Avant 528 vs Kubota U50-5
The Kubota U50-5 has 21kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U50-5 has 21kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 528 | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 19 kW (26 hp) | 40.4kW |
| Lifting capacity | 950 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2790 mm | - |
| Weight | 1420 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 4,775kg |
| Dig depth | - | 3,370mm |
Sources: Avant 528, Kubota U50-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 528 if...
A small articulated loader that fits through narrow gates and onto a trailer, used for landscaping, property maintenance and light site work with Avant attachments.
Full 528 specifications →Buy or hire the U50-5 if...
- you want one that has 21kW more power
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 528 and the Kubota U50-5?
The Kubota U50-5 has 21kW more power. The Avant 528 is a compact articulated multi-purpose loader with telescopic boom; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.