Head to head
Kubota U36-4 vs Kubota U55-4
The Kubota U55-4 has 16kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,645kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U55-4 has 16kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U55-4 is the bigger machine by 1,645kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U36-4 | Kubota U55-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3755 kg | 5400kg |
| Engine power | 17.8 kw | 46PS |
| Dig depth | 3410 mm | - |
| Width | 1700 mm | - |
Sources: Kubota U36-4, Kubota U55-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U36-4 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Buy or hire the U55-4 if...
- you want one that has 16kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,645kg
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.4 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Yorkshire Plant Sales - Wakefield, Leeds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U36-4 and the Kubota U55-4?
The Kubota U55-4 has 16kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,645kg. The Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator; the Kubota U55-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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