Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Kubota KX060-5 has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,866kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 29kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 1,866kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX060-5 digs 59cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 29kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,866kg
- you want one that digs 59cm (2ft) 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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX060-5 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,866kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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