Head to head
JCB 3CX Compact vs Kubota U48-4
The JCB 3CX Compact has 25kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,295kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 3CX Compact has 25kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 1,295kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3CX Compact | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6070 kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 55 kW | 40.5PS |
| Dig depth | 5 m | - |
| Travel Speed | 40 kph | - |
Sources: JCB 3CX Compact, Kubota U48-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
- you want one that has 25kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,295kg
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Buy or hire the U48-4 if...
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 3CX Compact and the Kubota U48-4?
The JCB 3CX Compact has 25kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,295kg. The JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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