Head to head
Kubota K008-5 vs SANY SY26U
The SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 1,685kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 1,685kg.
- Engine power: the SANY SY26U has 7kW more power.
- Dig depth: the SANY SY26U digs 1.09m (3.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-5 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 975kg | 2,660 kg |
| Dig depth | 1,720mm | 2,810 mm |
| Engine power | 7.6kW | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Kubota K008-5, SANY SY26U. 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 SY26U if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,685kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that digs 1.09m (3.5ft) deeper
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 K008-5 and the SANY SY26U?
The SANY SY26U is the bigger machine by 1,685kg and has 7kW more power. The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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