Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Takeuchi TB235-2
The Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 1,310kg and digs 13cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 1,310kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota U50-5 digs 13cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Takeuchi TB235-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 3465 kg |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | 3245 mm |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | - |
| Dump height | - | 3595 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 27.1 kN |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Takeuchi TB235-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U50-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,310kg
- you want one that digs 13cm deeper
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 TB235-2 if...
A popular 3.5 tonne class digger for groundworks, drainage, utilities and landscaping contractors, and a regular hire fleet size. Suits trenching and foundation digging where more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine is needed.
Full TB235-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Takeuchi TB235-2?
The Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 1,310kg and digs 13cm deeper. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
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