Head to head
Kubota KX037-4 vs Kubota U27-4
The Kubota KX037-4 is the bigger machine by 928kg and digs 59cm (2ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX037-4 is the bigger machine by 928kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX037-4 digs 59cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX037-4 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3518 kg | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | 2,820mm maximum |
| Width | 1550 mm | - |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Kubota KX037-4, Kubota U27-4. 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 928kg
- you want one that digs 59cm (2ft) 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 U27-4 if...
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 KX037-4 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Kubota KX037-4 is the bigger machine by 928kg and digs 59cm (2ft) deeper. The Kubota KX037-4 is a 3.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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