Head to head
Kubota K008-3 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Kubota U17-3a is the bigger machine by 720kg and has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U17-3a is the bigger machine by 720kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U17-3a has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-3 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 980kg | 1,700kg |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 11.3kW |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Kubota K008-3, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg 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
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Buy or hire the U17-3a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 720kg
- you want one that has 4kW more power
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
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-3 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Kubota U17-3a is the bigger machine by 720kg and has 4kW more power. The Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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