Head to head
JCB 25Z-1 vs Kubota U55-4
The Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 2,850kg and has 15kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 2,850kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U55-4 has 15kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 25Z-1 | Kubota U55-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2550 kg | 5400kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 46PS |
| Dig depth | 2.82 m | - |
| Dump height | 3 m | - |
Sources: JCB 25Z-1, Kubota U55-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 specifications →Buy or hire the U55-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,850kg
- you want one that has 15kW more power
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.4 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Yorkshire Plant Sales - Wakefield, Leeds
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 25Z-1 and the Kubota U55-4?
The Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 2,850kg and has 15kW more power. The JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota U55-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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