Head to head
Kubota U48-4 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 1.9 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 1.9 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U48-4 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4775kg | 2875 kg |
| Engine power | 40.5PS | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Kubota U48-4, Takeuchi TB230. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U48-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1.9 tonnes
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U48-4 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 1.9 tonnes. The Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.