Head to head
Kubota U10-3 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 323kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 323kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10-3 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 1120kg | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: Kubota U10-3, MTS Dino 5. 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 Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 323kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U10-3 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 323kW more power. The Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..
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