Head to head
Kubota KX027-4 vs Kubota U27-4
The Kubota U27-4 digs 8cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota U27-4 digs 8cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX027-4 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 2740mm | 2,820mm maximum |
| Width | 1400mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Kubota KX027-4, Kubota U27-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX027-4 if...
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
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the U27-4 if...
- you want one that digs 8cm deeper
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX027-4 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Kubota U27-4 digs 8cm deeper. The Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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