Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Wacker Neuson ET65
The Wacker Neuson ET65 is the bigger machine by 1,303kg and digs 81cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Wacker Neuson ET65 is the bigger machine by 1,303kg.
- Dig depth: the Wacker Neuson ET65 digs 81cm (2.5ft) deeper.
- Engine power: the Wacker Neuson ET65 has 2kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Wacker Neuson ET65 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 6,078 to 7,358 kg |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | 4,184 mm |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | 42 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 50.7 kN |
| Length | - | 6,137 mm |
| Width | - | 1,950 mm |
| Height | - | 2,478 mm |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Wacker Neuson ET65. 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 ET65 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,303kg
- you want one that digs 81cm (2.5ft) deeper
- you want one that has 2kW more power
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 6.1 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader. Dig depth is 4,184 mm.
Full ET65 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Wacker Neuson ET65?
The Wacker Neuson ET65 is the bigger machine by 1,303kg and digs 81cm (2.5ft) deeper. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET65 is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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