Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Manitou MT933
The Manitou MT933 is the bigger machine by 2,370kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Manitou MT933 is the bigger machine by 2,370kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Manitou MT933 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 7,145kg |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | - |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | - |
| Max lift capacity | - | 3,300kg |
| Max lift height | - | 9.07m |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Manitou MT933. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U50-5 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the MT933 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,370kg
A mid-size yard telehandler for builders' merchants and construction contractors lifting blocks, pallets and small plant to first or second floor height. Sits in Manitou's compact-to-mid telehandler range rather than the high-reach agricultural end.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- International Plant Sales - Rochester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Manitou MT933?
The Manitou MT933 is the bigger machine by 2,370kg. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Manitou MT933 is a 3.3 tonne, 9 metre telescopic handler.
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