Head to head
JCB 50Z-2 vs Kubota U10-3
The JCB 50Z-2 has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,910kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 50Z-2 has 29kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 50Z-2 is the bigger machine by 3,910kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 50Z-2 | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5030 kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 36 kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 3.65 m | - |
| Dump height | 4.08 m | - |
Sources: JCB 50Z-2, Kubota U10-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 50Z-2 if...
- you want one that has 29kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,910kg
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 specifications →Buy or hire the U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 50Z-2 and the Kubota U10-3?
The JCB 50Z-2 has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,910kg. The JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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