Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 11.3kW |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GEO 900 if...
A crawler-mounted rig for geotechnical investigation, water well and geothermal drilling, adaptable to several drilling methods on the same base machine. Ground investigation and specialist drilling contractors hire it rather than general groundworks firms.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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