Head to head
Kubota U55-4 vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 200kW more power and is the bigger machine by 17.3 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 200kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 17.3 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U55-4 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5400kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 46PS | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Kubota U55-4, Volvo A25G. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U55-4 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.4 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Yorkshire Plant Sales - Wakefield, Leeds
Buy or hire the A25G if...
- you want one that has 200kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 17.3 tonnes
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U55-4 and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 200kW more power and is the bigger machine by 17.3 tonnes. The Kubota U55-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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