Kubota U27-4 HI Mini Excavator Specs (Weight | Digging Depth | Size)

The Kubota U27-4 HI is a mini excavator listed for 2016-2020. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 5,864 lb, approximately 20.9 hp and a listed digging depth of about 9.25 ft.

Key specifications

2016-2020Model years
5,864 lbMachine weight
20.9 hpEngine power
2.3 ft³Bucket
4.92 ftTransport width
9.25 ftDigging depth
15.19 ftDigging reach

Kubota U27-4 HI size and digging visual

This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.

Top-view transport footprint

Length 13.75 ft • Width 4.92 ft
Side-view transport envelope

Length 13.75 ft • Height 7.97 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 9.25 ft • digging reach 15.19 ft

These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.

How the Kubota U27-4 HI compares

These figures compare this machine with other Kubota mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.

Machine weight5,864 lb
Low 1,866 lbAverage 6,189 lbHigh 12,356 lb

About 5% lighter than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 52nd percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

Engine power20.9 hp
Low 9.9 hpAverage 24.8 hpHigh 48.4 hp

About 16% lower than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 46th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

Bucket capacity2.3 ft³
Low 0.8 ft³Average 2.7 ft³High 6.4 ft³

About 14% lower than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 57th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

Transport width4.92 ft
Low 2.58 ftAverage 4.63 ftHigh 6.56 ft

About 6% wider than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 58th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

Max. digging depth9.25 ft
Low 5.5 ftAverage 9.32 ftHigh 12.73 ft

Very close to the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 49th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

This model Kubota mini excavators average

Useful conversions and calculated specifications

Machine weight 5,864 lb (2,660 kg)
Engine power 20.9 hp (15.6 kW)
Bucket capacity 2.3 ft³ (0.07 m³)
Transport length 13.75 ft (4.19 m)
Transport width 4.92 ft (1.5 m)
Transport height 7.97 ft (2.43 m)
Max. digging depth 9.25 ft (2.82 m)
Max. digging reach 15.19 ft (4.63 m)
Engine displacement 68.5 cu in (1.123 L)
Power-to-weight 3.6 hp/1,000 lb (7.9 hp/tonne)

Kubota U27-4 HI FAQ

What years is the Kubota U27-4 HI listed for?

The available source specifications list the Kubota U27-4 HI for 2016-2020.

How much does a Kubota U27-4 HI weigh?

The listed machine weight is about 5,864 lb (2,660 kg).

How much horsepower does the Kubota U27-4 HI have?

The engine is listed at approximately 20.9 hp (15.6 kW).

How deep can the Kubota U27-4 HI dig?

The listed maximum digging depth is about 9.25 ft (2.82 m).

What is the digging reach of the Kubota U27-4 HI?

The listed digging reach is about 15.19 ft (4.63 m).

How wide is the Kubota U27-4 HI?

The listed transport width is about 4.92 ft (1.5 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.

Model information

Listed years 2016-2020
Machine type Mini Excavator

Capacity and performance

Weight 5,864 lb (2,660 kg)
Bucket capacity 2.3 ft³ (0.07 m³)
Bucket width 19.7 in (0.5 m)
Tear-out force 21 kN

Digging dimensions

Dredging depth 9.25 ft (2.82 m)
Max. reach horizontal 15.19 ft (4.63 m)

Dimensions and undercarriage

Transport length 13.75 ft (4.19 m)
Transport width 4.92 ft (1.5 m)
Transport height 7.97 ft (2.43 m)
Track width 11.8 in (300 mm)

Engine specifications

Engine type D1105-E4BH
Engine power 20.9 hp (15.6 kW)
Displacement 68.5 cu in (1.123 L)
RPM at max torque 2400 rpm
Number of cylinders 4.0

Equipment

Model series U
Rubber track Yes
Blade Yes
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.