Head to head
JCB 50Z-2 vs Kubota U48-4
The JCB 50Z-2 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 255kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 50Z-2 has 6kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 50Z-2 is the bigger machine by 255kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 50Z-2 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5030 kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 36 kW | 40.5PS |
| Dig depth | 3.65 m | - |
| Dump height | 4.08 m | - |
Sources: JCB 50Z-2, Kubota U48-4. 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 6kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 255kg
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 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 50Z-2 and the Kubota U48-4?
The JCB 50Z-2 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 255kg. The JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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