The Kubota U17-3A is a mini excavator listed for 2008-2026. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 3,638 lb, approximately 15.8 hp and a listed digging depth of about 7.58 ft.
Key specifications
2008-2026Model years
3,638 lbMachine weight
15.8 hpEngine power
1.4 ft³Bucket
4.07 ftTransport width
7.58 ftDigging depth
12.8 ftDigging reach
Kubota U17-3A size and digging visual
This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.
Top-view transport footprint
Length 11.63 ft • Width 4.07 ft
Side-view transport envelope
Length 11.63 ft • Height 7.68 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 7.58 ft • digging reach 12.8 ft
These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.
How the Kubota U17-3A compares
These figures compare this machine with other Kubota mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.
Machine weight3,638 lb
Low 1,866 lbAverage 6,189 lbHigh 12,356 lb
About 41% lighter than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 30th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.
Engine power15.8 hp
Low 9.9 hpAverage 24.8 hpHigh 48.4 hp
About 36% lower than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 25th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.
Bucket capacity1.4 ft³
Low 0.8 ft³Average 2.7 ft³High 6.4 ft³
About 48% lower than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 22nd percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.
Transport width4.07 ft
Low 2.58 ftAverage 4.63 ftHigh 6.56 ft
About 12% narrower than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 34th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.
Max. digging depth7.58 ft
Low 5.5 ftAverage 9.32 ftHigh 12.73 ft
About 19% lower than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 23rd percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.
This model Kubota mini excavators average
Useful conversions and calculated specifications
Machine weight
3,638 lb (1,650 kg)
Engine power
15.8 hp (11.8 kW)
Bucket capacity
1.4 ft³ (0.04 m³)
Transport length
11.63 ft (3.54 m)
Transport width
4.07 ft (1.24 m)
Transport height
7.68 ft (2.34 m)
Max. digging depth
7.58 ft (2.31 m)
Max. digging reach
12.8 ft (3.9 m)
Maximum torque
378.4 lb-ft (513 Nm)
Engine displacement
54.8 cu in (0.898 L)
Power-to-weight
4.4 hp/1,000 lb (9.6 hp/tonne)
Kubota U17-3A FAQ
What years is the Kubota U17-3A listed for?
The available source specifications list the Kubota U17-3A for 2008-2026.
How much does a Kubota U17-3A weigh?
The listed machine weight is about 3,638 lb (1,650 kg).
How much horsepower does the Kubota U17-3A have?
The engine is listed at approximately 15.8 hp (11.8 kW).
How deep can the Kubota U17-3A dig?
The listed maximum digging depth is about 7.58 ft (2.31 m).
What is the digging reach of the Kubota U17-3A?
The listed digging reach is about 12.8 ft (3.9 m).
How wide is the Kubota U17-3A?
The listed transport width is about 4.07 ft (1.24 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.
Model information
Listed years
2008-2026
Machine type
Mini Excavator
Capacity and performance
Weight
3,638 lb (1,650 kg)
Bucket capacity
1.4 ft³ (0.04 m³)
Bucket width
17.7 in (0.45 m)
Tear-out force
15.2 kN
Digging dimensions
Dredging depth
7.58 ft (2.31 m)
Max. reach horizontal
12.8 ft (3.9 m)
Dimensions and undercarriage
Transport length
11.63 ft (3.54 m)
Transport width
4.07 ft (1.24 m)
Transport height
7.68 ft (2.34 m)
Track width
9.1 in (230 mm)
Engine specifications
Engine type
D902
Engine power
15.8 hp (11.8 kW)
Displacement
54.8 cu in (0.898 L)
Max. torque
378.4 lb-ft (513 Nm)
RPM at max torque
2300 rpm
Number of cylinders
3.0
Cylinder bore × stroke
2.83 × 28.98 in (72 × 736 mm)
Emission level
V
Equipment
Rubber track
No
Blade
No
Air conditioning
No
Disclaimer: Specifications can vary by market, production date, configuration, tracks, boom/stick, bucket and optional equipment. Historical and scraped data can also contain errors. Comparison figures on this page are calculated only from Kubota mini excavators in this dataset. The size and digging diagram visualizes listed specifications and is not a transport-clearance, excavation-safety or operating-limit certification. For purchase, transport, service or safety decisions, verify critical specifications with the machine’s official Kubota documentation. Visit the official Kubota excavator website.
