Head to head
Kubota U20 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 317kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 317kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U20 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 13.5kW / 19hp | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Machine weight | 2,380kg (cab) / 2,180kg (canopy) | - |
| Max dig depth | 2,540mm | - |
| Max width | 1,500mm | - |
| Travel speed | 2.2 / 4.2km/h | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: Kubota U20, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U20 if...
A compact zero-tailswing excavator sized to fit through a domestic gateway, used for groundworks, drainage and garden landscaping jobs where space is tight.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 317kW 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 U20 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 317kW more power. The Kubota U20 is a 2-tonne class mini 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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