Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Takeuchi TB240
The Kubota U50-5 has 14kW more power and is the bigger machine by 705kg. The Takeuchi TB240 digs 10cm deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U50-5 has 14kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 705kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB240 digs 10cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Takeuchi TB240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 4070KG |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | 3465mm |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | 26.7kW |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 30.8kN |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Takeuchi TB240. 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 has 14kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 705kg
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 TB240 if...
- you want one that digs 10cm deeper
A 4 tonne tracked excavator used by groundworkers, housebuilders and utility contractors for trenching, foundations and general digging. It sits between small mini diggers and 5 tonne machines in a typical UK hire fleet.
Full TB240 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Takeuchi TB240?
The Kubota U50-5 has 14kW more power and is the bigger machine by 705kg. The Takeuchi TB240 digs 10cm deeper. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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