Head to head
Kubota K008-3 vs Kubota U55-4
The Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 4,420kg and has 26kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 4,420kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U55-4 has 26kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-3 | Kubota U55-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 980kg | 5400kg |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 46PS |
Sources: Kubota K008-3, Kubota U55-4. 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 U55-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,420kg
- you want one that has 26kW more power
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.4 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Yorkshire Plant Sales - Wakefield, Leeds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-3 and the Kubota U55-4?
The Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 4,420kg and has 26kW more power. The Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Kubota U55-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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