Head to head
Kubota K008-5 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Kubota U17-3a is the bigger machine by 725kg and has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U17-3a is the bigger machine by 725kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U17-3a has 4kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Kubota U17-3a digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-5 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 975kg | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | 1,720mm | 2,460mm |
| Engine power | 7.6kW | 11.3kW |
Sources: Kubota K008-5, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
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
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the U17-3a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 725kg
- you want one that has 4kW more power
- you want one that digs 74cm (2.5ft) deeper
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
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-5 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Kubota U17-3a is the bigger machine by 725kg and has 4kW more power. The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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