Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Volvo A30G
The Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 47,254kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 47,254kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Volvo A30G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | - |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | - |
| Transport dimensions | - | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Volvo A30G. 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 A30G if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 47,254kg
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Volvo A30G?
The Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 47,254kg. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
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