Head to head
Kubota U48-4 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Kubota U48-4 has 11kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1.2 tonnes.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U48-4 has 11kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U48-4 is the bigger machine by 1.2 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U48-4 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4775kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 40.5PS | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Kubota U48-4, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 11kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1.2 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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U48-4 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Kubota U48-4 has 11kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1.2 tonnes. The Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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