Head to head
Komatsu PC210LC-11 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is the bigger machine by 21,540kg.
Last reviewed 9 November 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Komatsu PC210LC-11 is the bigger machine by 21,540kg.
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC210LC-11 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23240 (kg); 51231 (lbs) | 1,700kg |
| Engine power | 165 (HP); 123 (kW) | 11.3kW |
| Bucket capacity | 0.97 (m); 1.27 (yd) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Komatsu PC210LC-11, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PC210LC-11 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 21,540kg
Civil contractors and hire fleets use this crawler excavator for earthmoving, trench work and loading lorries. Its hydrostatic swing and steady hydraulic output help it keep pace through repeated digging cycles. It is a common choice where a larger machine is needed for longer, heavier shifts on big sites.
Full PC210LC-11 specifications →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 Komatsu PC210LC-11 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is the bigger machine by 21,540kg. The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is a a mid-size crawler excavator with a long undercarriage for heavy digging and truck loading.; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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