Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Kubota U48-4
The Kubota KX060-5 has 18kW more power and is the bigger machine by 666kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 18kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 666kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 40.5PS |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | - |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Kubota U48-4. 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 18kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 666kg
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 U48-4 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX060-5 and the Kubota U48-4?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 18kW more power and is the bigger machine by 666kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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