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Kubota KX030-4 vs MTS Dino 5

The MTS Dino 5 has 312kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Kubota KX030-4
Kubota KX030-4 - image: Kubota (U.K.) Limited
MTS Dino 5
MTS Dino 5 - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Kubota KX030-4MTS Dino 5
Engine power17.7 kw330 kW (triple fan system)
Operating weight2790 kg-
Dig depth2870 mm-
Width1500 mm-
Tank capacity-12 m3
Suction hose diameter-250mm

Sources: Kubota KX030-4, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...

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 Dino 5 if...

  • you want one that has 312kW more power

The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.

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Full Dino 5 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Kubota KX030-4 and the MTS Dino 5?

The MTS Dino 5 has 312kW more power. The Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..

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