Head to head
Kubota KX019-4 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Kubota KX019-4 digs 12cm deeper and is the bigger machine by 80kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX019-4 digs 12cm deeper.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX019-4 is the bigger machine by 80kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX019-4 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,780kg with cab, 1,680kg with canopy | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | 2,580mm maximum | 2,460mm |
| Maximum reach | 4,070mm | - |
| Engine power | - | 11.3kW |
Sources: Kubota KX019-4, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX019-4 if...
- you want one that digs 12cm deeper
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 80kg
Chosen as much for what it weighs as for what it digs: under two tonnes means it can go on a modest plant trailer behind a light vehicle, which removes the transport problem that decides many small jobs. Very common in UK hire fleets for garden and trenching work.
Full KX019-4 specifications →Buy or hire the U17-3a if...
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 KX019-4 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Kubota KX019-4 digs 12cm deeper and is the bigger machine by 80kg. The Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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