Head to head
Kubota KX027-4 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 28cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX027-4 digs 28cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX027-4 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 2740mm | 2,460mm |
| Width | 1400mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Engine power | - | 11.3kW |
Sources: Kubota KX027-4, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX027-4 if...
- you want one that digs 28cm deeper
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 2740mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
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 KX027-4 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 28cm deeper. The Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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