Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Wacker Neuson ET42
The Kubota U50-5 has 8kW more power and is the bigger machine by 743kg. The Wacker Neuson ET42 digs 17cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U50-5 has 8kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 743kg.
- Dig depth: the Wacker Neuson ET42 digs 17cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Wacker Neuson ET42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 4,032 to 5,206 kg |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | 3,544 mm |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | 32.5 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 43.8 kN |
| Length | - | 5,594 mm |
| Width | - | 1,750 mm |
| Height | - | 2,608 mm |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Wacker Neuson ET42. 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 8kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 743kg
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 ET42 if...
- you want one that digs 17cm deeper
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.0 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3,544 mm.
Full ET42 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Wacker Neuson ET42?
The Kubota U50-5 has 8kW more power and is the bigger machine by 743kg. The Wacker Neuson ET42 digs 17cm deeper. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET42 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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