Head to head
Hydrema 912F vs Kubota U17-3a
The Hydrema 912F has 97kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hydrema 912F has 97kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hydrema 912F | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 108kW (147hp) | 11.3kW |
| Unladen weight | 7,270kg | - |
| Payload | 10,000kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Hydrema 912F, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 912F if...
- you want one that has 97kW more power
A rough-terrain dumper for groundworks and quarry contractors moving large volumes of muck or aggregate across soft or uneven sites, where a standard site dumper's capacity would be too small. Its articulated, all-wheel-drive chassis is built for traction rather than road speed.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hydrema 912F and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Hydrema 912F has 97kW more power. The Hydrema 912F is a 10 tonne payload articulated dumper; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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