Head to head
Kubota KX016-4 vs Kubota U48-4
The Kubota U48-4 has 20kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,235kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 20kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,235kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX016-4 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1540kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 9.6kW (13hp) | 40.5PS |
| Dig depth | 2250mm | - |
| Width | 1240mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX016-4, Kubota U48-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX016-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,540kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX016-4 specifications →Buy or hire the U48-4 if...
- you want one that has 20kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,235kg
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX016-4 and the Kubota U48-4?
The Kubota U48-4 has 20kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,235kg. The Kubota KX016-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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