Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z vs Kubota U17-3a
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 7kW more power and is the bigger machine by 985kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 7kW more power.
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z is the bigger machine by 985kg.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2685 kg | 1,700kg |
| Engine power | 18.5 kW | 11.3kW |
| Bucket capacity | 0.06 cubic meter | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HX25A Z if...
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 985kg
A zero tailswing 2.5 tonne digger for landscaping, drainage and building work close to walls and fences. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a compact machine still needs to dig a full-depth trench.
Full HX25A Z 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 HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z and the Kubota U17-3a?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 7kW more power and is the bigger machine by 985kg. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z is a 2.5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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