Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Kubota KX060-5 has 36kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,741kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 36kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 3,741kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX060-5 digs 1.42m (4.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 1,700kg |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | 2,460mm |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 11.3kW |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Kubota U17-3a. 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 36kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,741kg
- you want one that digs 1.42m (4.5ft) deeper
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 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 KX060-5 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 36kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,741kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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