Head to head
Kubota U48-4 vs Wacker Neuson ET35
The Kubota U48-4 has 12kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,222kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 12kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 1,222kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U48-4 | Wacker Neuson ET35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4775kg | 3,553 to 4,753 kg |
| Engine power | 40.5PS | 18.2 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 35 kN |
| Length | - | 5,271 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 3,497 mm |
| Width | - | 1,630 mm |
| Height | - | 2,711 mm |
Sources: Kubota U48-4, Wacker Neuson ET35. 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 has 12kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,222kg
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
Buy or hire the ET35 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 3.6 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3,497 mm.
Full ET35 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U48-4 and the Wacker Neuson ET35?
The Kubota U48-4 has 12kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,222kg. The Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Wacker Neuson ET35 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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