Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Mecalac 9MDX
The Mecalac 9MDX has 514kW more power and is the bigger machine by 540kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 514kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 9MDX is the bigger machine by 540kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Mecalac 9MDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | 55,4 kW (74 hp) |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | - |
| Payload | - | 9000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Mecalac 9MDX. 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 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 514kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 540kg
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Mecalac 9MDX?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 514kW more power and is the bigger machine by 540kg. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.
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