Head to head
Kubota KX037-4 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Kubota KX037-4 is the bigger machine by 1,818kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX037-4 is the bigger machine by 1,818kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX037-4 has 7kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX037-4 digs 95cm (3ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX037-4 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3518 kg | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | 2,460mm |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | 11.3kW |
| Width | 1550 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX037-4, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX037-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,818kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that digs 95cm (3ft) deeper
A 3.5 tonne class digger used by groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets for trenching, foundations and landscaping. Suits sites that need more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine.
Full KX037-4 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
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX037-4 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Kubota KX037-4 is the bigger machine by 1,818kg and has 7kW more power. The Kubota KX037-4 is a 3.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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