Head to head
Kubota U10 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 322kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 322kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 7.6kW (10.3hp) | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 1200kg (2645lb, including operator) | - |
| Max dig depth | 1.8m (5'11") | - |
| Bucket digging force | 550kg (1212lb) breakout force | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: Kubota U10, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U10 if...
One of the smallest excavators Kubota builds, narrow and light enough to pass through a garden gate or go up in a domestic goods lift. Used for indoor demolition, basement digs and tight garden landscaping.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 322kW 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 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 322kW more power. The Kubota U10 is a micro excavator; 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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