Head to head
Kubota KX030-4 vs Kubota U10-3
The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,670kg and has 10kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,670kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX030-4 has 10kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX030-4 | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2790 kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 17.7 kw | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2870 mm | - |
| Width | 1500 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX030-4, Kubota U10-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,670kg
- you want one that has 10kW more power
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Buy or hire the U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX030-4 and the Kubota U10-3?
The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,670kg and has 10kW more power. The Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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