Head to head
JCB 535-95 vs Kubota U17-3a
The JCB 535-95 has 44kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 535-95 has 44kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 535-95 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55kW (75hp), Stage V compliant | 11.3kW |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: JCB 535-95, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 535-95 if...
- you want one that has 44kW more power
A mid-size telehandler used on building sites and farms to lift and place pallets, muck-away skips and building materials at height and reach. Plant hire fleets keep it as a general-purpose lifting machine alongside dedicated forklifts.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 535-95 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The JCB 535-95 has 44kW more power. The JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler); the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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