Head to head
Kubota K008-5 vs Kubota U10-3
The Kubota U10-3 is the bigger machine by 145kg. The Kubota K008-5 has 0kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U10-3 is the bigger machine by 145kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota K008-5 has 0kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-5 | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 975kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 7.6kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 1,720mm | - |
Sources: Kubota K008-5, Kubota U10-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
- you want one that has 0kW more power
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the U10-3 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 145kg
A micro digger. At 1,120kg 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.
Full U10-3 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-5 and the Kubota U10-3?
The Kubota U10-3 is the bigger machine by 145kg. The Kubota K008-5 has 0kW more power. The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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