Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Kubota U48-4
The Kubota U48-4 has 11kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,219kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 11kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 1,219kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 40.5PS |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | - |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Kubota U48-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Buy or hire the U48-4 if...
- you want one that has 11kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,219kg
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 35Z-1 and the Kubota U48-4?
The Kubota U48-4 has 11kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,219kg. The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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