Head to head
Kubota U48-4 vs Volvo L220H
The Volvo L220H has 250kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo L220H has 250kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U48-4 | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4775kg | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Engine power | 40.5PS | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Breakout force | - | 55,075 lbf |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Kubota U48-4, Volvo L220H. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U48-4 if...
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 L220H if...
- you want one that has 250kW more power
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U48-4 and the Volvo L220H?
The Volvo L220H has 250kW more power. The Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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