Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Kubota U10-3
The JCB 16C-1 is the bigger machine by 629kg and has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 16C-1 is the bigger machine by 629kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 16C-1 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Kubota U10-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 629kg
- you want one that has 4kW more power
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Buy or hire the U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Kubota U10-3?
The JCB 16C-1 is the bigger machine by 629kg and has 4kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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