Head to head
Kubota U50-5 vs Yanmar ViO20-6
The Kubota U50-5 has 25kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,650kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota U50-5 has 25kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota U50-5 is the bigger machine by 2,650kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota U50-5 digs 96cm (3ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U50-5 | Yanmar ViO20-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,775kg | 2,125 kg (4,685 lb) (rubber track, canopy) |
| Dig depth | 3,370mm | 2,410 mm (94.9 in) (blade down) |
| Engine power | 40.4kW | 15.0 kW (20.1 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Overall width | - | 1,380 mm (54.3 in) |
Sources: Kubota U50-5, Yanmar ViO20-6. 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 25kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,650kg
- you want one that digs 96cm (3ft) 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 ViO20-6 if...
The Yanmar ViO20-6 steps up from the ViO17 into the roughly 2 tonne mini excavator class, still with Yanmar's true zero tail swing geometry for working in confined spaces. It competes with the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and similarly sized Kubota and Takeuchi machines for UK groundworks and utility hire jobs. Its fixed rather than variable undercarriage keeps the design simpler than some rivals, at the cost of not being able to narrow down for transport.
Full ViO20-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U50-5 and the Yanmar ViO20-6?
The Kubota U50-5 has 25kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,650kg. The Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO20-6 is a a 2.0-2.1 tonne true zero tail swing mini excavator.
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