Head to head
Kubota KX037-4 vs Kubota U36-4
The Kubota U36-4 is 15cm wider and is the bigger machine by 237kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Width: the Kubota U36-4 is 15cm wider.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U36-4 is the bigger machine by 237kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX037-4 | Kubota U36-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3518 kg | 3755 kg |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | 3410 mm |
| Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | 17.8 kw |
Sources: Kubota KX037-4, Kubota U36-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX037-4 if...
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 U36-4 if...
- you want one that is 15cm wider
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 237kg
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX037-4 and the Kubota U36-4?
The Kubota U36-4 is 15cm wider and is the bigger machine by 237kg. The Kubota KX037-4 is a 3.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
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