Head to head
Hydrema 912F vs Kubota U48-4
The Hydrema 912F has 78kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Hydrema 912F has 78kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hydrema 912F | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 108kW (147hp) | 40.5PS |
| Unladen weight | 7,270kg | - |
| Payload | 10,000kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 4775kg |
Sources: Hydrema 912F, Kubota U48-4. 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 78kW 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 U48-4 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hydrema 912F and the Kubota U48-4?
The Hydrema 912F has 78kW more power. The Hydrema 912F is a 10 tonne payload articulated dumper; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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