Kubota U17-5 zero tail swing mini excavator digging near a buried pipe
Kubota Zero & Tight Tail Swing Excavators

U Series

Kubota's U Series excavators are built for confined-space work, with zero or tight tail swing that keeps the machine's rear end from overhanging into traffic, buildings, or trenches. Operating weight runs from 2,646 lb to 12,930 lb, with a hydraulic variable-width track frame and strong bucket breakout force across the line.

Built For

What the U Series handles

Tight-Access Digging

Zero and tight tail swing keep the rear end clear of walls, fences, and traffic.

Utility & Trenching

Retractable tracks let smaller U models pass through standard gates.

Landscaping & Grading

A hydraulic angle blade with float function speeds up backfill and site prep.

Residential Jobs

One of the industry's quietest cabs keeps U Series machines welcome in residential areas.

Models

Models in the U Series

Micro

U10-5

Kubota's smallest excavator, sized for tight gates, basements, and indoor demolition.

Weight2,646 lb
Max Dig Depth5 ft 11 in
Bucket Breakout Force2,337 lb
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Compact

U17

A retractable-track excavator that fits through standard gates for backyard and utility work.

Weight3,703 lb
Max Dig Depth7 ft 7 in
Bucket Breakout Force3,417 lb
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Mid-Size

U27-4

A strong balance of digging power and maneuverability for everyday site work.

Weight5,688 lb
Max Dig Depth9 ft 5 in
Bucket Breakout Force7,014 lb
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Mid-Size

U35-4

Added weight and reach for deeper trenching and heavier material handling.

Weight8,478 lb (w/ blade)
Max Dig Depth9 ft 8.9 in
Bucket Breakout Force7,924 lb
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Large

U48-5

A 39 HP turbocharged diesel and one of the industry's quietest cabs power this larger U Series model.

Weight11,322 lb (w/ blade)
Max Dig Depth10 ft 8 in
Bucket Breakout Force9,304 lb
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Largest

U55-5

The largest U Series excavator, with an adjustable seat and console for all-day comfort.

Weight12,721 lb (w/ blade)
Max Dig Depth11 ft 11 in
Bucket Breakout Force10,172 lb
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Features

What makes it easy to live with

Zero & Tight Tail Swing

Work safely close to walls, fences, and traffic without overhanging the rear end.

Retractable Track Frame

A hydraulic variable-width track frame fits through gates, then expands for stability.

Two-Pattern Selection

Switch between ISO and SAE hydraulic control patterns to match operator preference.

Quiet Cab Design

Slimmer cab pillars on the U48-5 and U55-5 reduce vibration and noise for the operator.

7" LCD Color Display

The (-5) models add a color display with optional keyless start and rearview camera.

ROPS/OPG Top Guard

Cab and canopy models provide strong overhead operator protection.

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