Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Kubota U48-4
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,026kg and has 18kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,026kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 18kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 40.5PS |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Kubota U48-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
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 U48-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,026kg
- you want one that has 18kW more power
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
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Kubota U48-4?
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,026kg and has 18kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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