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Avant 640 vs Kubota U36-4

The Avant 640 has 10kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Avant 640
Avant 640 - image: Avant Tecno
Kubota U36-4
Kubota U36-4 - image: Kubota (U.K.) Limited

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Avant 640Kubota U36-4
Engine power28 kW (37,5 hp)17.8 kw
Lifting capacity1100 kg-
Lifting height2835 mm-
Weight1590 kg-
Operating weight-3755 kg
Dig depth-3410 mm
Width-1700 mm

Sources: Avant 640, Kubota U36-4. 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 10kW 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 U36-4 if...

A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.

Full U36-4 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Kubota U36-4?

The Avant 640 has 10kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.

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