Head to head
JCB 3CX Compact vs Kubota U50-5
The JCB 3CX Compact digs 1.63m (5.5ft) deeper and has 15kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the JCB 3CX Compact digs 1.63m (5.5ft) deeper.
- Engine power: the JCB 3CX Compact has 15kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 1,295kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3CX Compact | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6070 kg | 4,775kg |
| Dig depth | 5 m | 3,370mm |
| Engine power | 55 kW | 40.4kW |
| Travel Speed | 40 kph | - |
Sources: JCB 3CX Compact, Kubota U50-5. 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 digs 1.63m (5.5ft) deeper
- you want one that has 15kW 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 U50-5 if...
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 3CX Compact and the Kubota U50-5?
The JCB 3CX Compact digs 1.63m (5.5ft) deeper and has 15kW more power. The JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
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