Head to head
Avant 760i vs Kubota U17-3a
The Avant 760i has 31kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 760i has 31kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 760i | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 42 kW (56 hp) | 11.3kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1400 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 3100 mm | - |
| Weight | 2220 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Avant 760i, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 760i if...
- you want one that has 31kW more power
A heavier compact loader for tougher construction, groundworks and material handling jobs, running a wide range of Avant attachments. Used by contractors and plant hire fleets that need more lift than the 500 and 600 series.
Full 760i 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 760i and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Avant 760i has 31kW more power. The Avant 760i is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 700 series; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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