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Kubota U36-4 vs MTS Dino 5

The MTS Dino 5 has 312kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Kubota U36-4
Kubota U36-4 - image: Kubota (U.K.) Limited
MTS Dino 5
MTS Dino 5 - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Kubota U36-4MTS Dino 5
Engine power17.8 kw330 kW (triple fan system)
Operating weight3755 kg-
Dig depth3410 mm-
Width1700 mm-
Tank capacity-12 m3
Suction hose diameter-250mm

Sources: Kubota U36-4, MTS Dino 5. 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 Dino 5 if...

  • you want one that has 312kW 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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Kubota U36-4 and the MTS Dino 5?

The MTS Dino 5 has 312kW more power. The Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact 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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