Head to head
Kubota U48-4 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 83kW more power. The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,075kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 83kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,075kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U48-4 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4775kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 40.5PS | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Kubota U48-4, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 3,075kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 83kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U48-4 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 83kW more power. The Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 3,075kg. The Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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