Kubota U48-5 Mini Excavator Specs (Weight | Digging Depth | Size)

The Kubota U48-5 is a mini excavator listed for 2023-2026. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 10,847 lb, approximately 40.4 hp and a listed digging depth of about 10.68 ft.

Key specifications

2023-2026Model years
10,847 lbMachine weight
40.4 hpEngine power
6.43 ftTransport width
10.68 ftDigging depth
18.82 ftDigging reach

Kubota U48-5 size and digging visual

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

Top-view transport footprint

Length 17.57 ft • Width 6.43 ft
Side-view transport envelope

Length 17.57 ft • Height 8.37 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 10.68 ft • digging reach 18.82 ft

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

How the Kubota U48-5 compares

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

Machine weight10,847 lb
Low 1,866 lbAverage 6,189 lbHigh 12,356 lb

About 75% heavier than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 91st percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

Engine power40.4 hp
Low 9.9 hpAverage 24.8 hpHigh 48.4 hp

About 63% higher than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 89th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

Transport width6.43 ft
Low 2.58 ftAverage 4.63 ftHigh 6.56 ft

About 39% wider than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 97th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

Max. digging depth10.68 ft
Low 5.5 ftAverage 9.32 ftHigh 12.73 ft

About 15% higher than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 64th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.

This model Kubota mini excavators average

Useful conversions and calculated specifications

Machine weight 10,847 lb (4,920 kg)
Engine power 40.4 hp (30.1 kW)
Transport length 17.57 ft (5.36 m)
Transport width 6.43 ft (1.96 m)
Transport height 8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Max. digging depth 10.68 ft (3.25 m)
Max. digging reach 18.82 ft (5.74 m)
Engine displacement 111.4 cu in (1.826 L)
Power-to-weight 3.7 hp/1,000 lb (8.2 hp/tonne)

Kubota U48-5 FAQ

What years is the Kubota U48-5 listed for?

The available source specifications list the Kubota U48-5 for 2023-2026.

How much does a Kubota U48-5 weigh?

The listed machine weight is about 10,847 lb (4,920 kg).

How much horsepower does the Kubota U48-5 have?

The engine is listed at approximately 40.4 hp (30.1 kW).

How deep can the Kubota U48-5 dig?

The listed maximum digging depth is about 10.68 ft (3.25 m).

What is the digging reach of the Kubota U48-5?

The listed digging reach is about 18.82 ft (5.74 m).

How wide is the Kubota U48-5?

The listed transport width is about 6.43 ft (1.96 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.

Model information

Listed years 2023-2026
Machine type Mini Excavator

Capacity and performance

Weight 10,847 lb (4,920 kg)

Digging dimensions

Dredging depth 10.68 ft (3.25 m)
Max. reach horizontal 18.82 ft (5.74 m)

Dimensions and undercarriage

Transport length 17.57 ft (5.36 m)
Transport width 6.43 ft (1.96 m)
Transport height 8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Track width 15.7 in (400 mm)

Engine specifications

Engine type D1803-CR-TE5-BH3
Engine power 40.4 hp (30.1 kW)
Displacement 111.4 cu in (1.826 L)
RPM at max torque 2200 rpm

Equipment

Model series U
Rubber track Yes
Blade Yes
Air conditioning Yes

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.