Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Kubota U10-3
The Kubota KX060-5 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,321kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 40kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 4,321kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | - |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Kubota U10-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
- you want one that has 40kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,321kg
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 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 KX060-5 and the Kubota U10-3?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,321kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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