Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Kubota U50-5
The Kubota U50-5 has 22kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,219kg. The JCB 35Z-1 digs 11cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U50-5 has 22kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 1,219kg.
- Dig depth: the JCB 35Z-1 digs 11cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 4,775kg |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | 3,370mm |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 40.4kW |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Kubota U50-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
- you want one that digs 11cm deeper
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 U50-5 if...
- you want one that has 22kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,219kg
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 35Z-1 and the Kubota U50-5?
The Kubota U50-5 has 22kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,219kg. The JCB 35Z-1 digs 11cm deeper. The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
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