Head to head
Kubota K008-3 vs SANY SY26U
The SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 1,680kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 1,680kg.
- Engine power: the SANY SY26U has 7kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-3 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 980kg | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Kubota K008-3, SANY SY26U. 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 SY26U if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,680kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-3 and the SANY SY26U?
The SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 1,680kg and has 7kW more power. The Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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