Head to head
JCB 9T-2 vs Kubota U17-3a
The JCB 9T-2 has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3.7 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 9T-2 has 44kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 9T-2 is the bigger machine by 3.7 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 9T-2 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,400kg | 1,700kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 11.3kW |
| Payload | 9,000kg | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: JCB 9T-2, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9T-2 if...
- you want one that has 44kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3.7 tonnes
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 9T-2 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The JCB 9T-2 has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3.7 tonnes. The JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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