Head to head
Avant 640 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Avant 640 has 17kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 17kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 11.3kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Avant 640, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 17kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Avant 640 has 17kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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