Head to head
Kubota U10-5 vs Kubota U17-3a
The Kubota U17-3a digs 66cm (2ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota U17-3a digs 66cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10-5 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 1800mm | 2,460mm |
| Operating weight | - | 1,700kg |
| Engine power | - | 11.3kW |
Sources: Kubota U10-5, Kubota U17-3a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U10-5 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 1800mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the U17-3a if...
- you want one that digs 66cm (2ft) deeper
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
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U10-5 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Kubota U17-3a digs 66cm (2ft) deeper. The Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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