Head to head
Kubota U10-3 vs Kubota U48-4
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,655kg and has 22kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,655kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 22kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10-3 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1120kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 40.5PS |
Sources: Kubota U10-3, Kubota U48-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the U48-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,655kg
- you want one that has 22kW more power
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
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U10-3 and the Kubota U48-4?
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,655kg and has 22kW more power. The Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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