The Kubota U56-5 is a mini excavator listed for 2020-2026. Key specifications include a listed machine weight of about 12,170 lb, approximately 46.9 hp and a listed digging depth of about 12.57 ft.
Key specifications
2020-2026Model years
12,170 lbMachine weight
46.9 hpEngine power
4.9 ft³Bucket
6.43 ftTransport width
12.57 ftDigging depth
20.03 ftDigging reach
Kubota U56-5 size and digging visual
This diagram is generated from the listed transport dimensions for this specific mini excavator.
Top-view transport footprint
Length 18.01 ft • Width 6.43 ft
Side-view transport envelope
Length 18.01 ft • Height 8.37 ft
Listed digging envelopedigging depth 12.57 ft • digging reach 20.03 ft
These are the published specification values for this model and are not a jobsite clearance or excavation safety calculation.
How the Kubota U56-5 compares
These figures compare this machine with other Kubota mini excavators in this specifications database. They are descriptive database comparisons, not performance ratings.
Machine weight12,170 lb
Low 1,866 lbAverage 6,189 lbHigh 12,356 lb
About 97% heavier than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 96th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.
Engine power46.9 hp
Low 9.9 hpAverage 24.8 hpHigh 48.4 hp
About 90% higher than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 95th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.
Bucket capacity4.9 ft³
Low 0.8 ft³Average 2.7 ft³High 6.4 ft³
About 82% higher than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 93rd 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 depth12.57 ft
Low 5.5 ftAverage 9.32 ftHigh 12.73 ft
About 35% higher than the Kubota mini excavators database average. Around the 96th percentile within this Kubota mini excavators dataset.
This model Kubota mini excavators average
Useful conversions and calculated specifications
Machine weight
12,170 lb (5,520 kg)
Engine power
46.9 hp (35 kW)
Bucket capacity
4.9 ft³ (0.14 m³)
Transport length
18.01 ft (5.49 m)
Transport width
6.43 ft (1.96 m)
Transport height
8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Max. digging depth
12.57 ft (3.83 m)
Max. digging reach
20.03 ft (6.11 m)
Power-to-weight
3.9 hp/1,000 lb (8.5 hp/tonne)
Data quality note: One or more supplied source values were omitted because they failed broad mini-excavator sanity checks (Displacement). The script does not guess replacement values.
Kubota U56-5 FAQ
What years is the Kubota U56-5 listed for?
The available source specifications list the Kubota U56-5 for 2020-2026.
How much does a Kubota U56-5 weigh?
The listed machine weight is about 12,170 lb (5,520 kg).
How much horsepower does the Kubota U56-5 have?
The engine is listed at approximately 46.9 hp (35 kW).
How deep can the Kubota U56-5 dig?
The listed maximum digging depth is about 12.57 ft (3.83 m).
What is the digging reach of the Kubota U56-5?
The listed digging reach is about 20.03 ft (6.11 m).
How wide is the Kubota U56-5?
The listed transport width is about 6.43 ft (1.96 m). Bucket width can differ by attachment.
Model information
Listed years
2020-2026
Machine type
Mini Excavator
Capacity and performance
Weight
12,170 lb (5,520 kg)
Bucket capacity
4.9 ft³ (0.14 m³)
Bucket width
23.6 in (0.6 m)
Tear-out force
42.3 kN
Digging dimensions
Dredging depth
12.57 ft (3.83 m)
Max. reach horizontal
20.03 ft (6.11 m)
Dimensions and undercarriage
Transport length
18.01 ft (5.49 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
V2607-CR-E5
Engine power
46.9 hp (35 kW)
RPM at max torque
2200 rpm
Number of cylinders
4.0
Cylinder bore × stroke
3.43 × 4.33 in (87 × 110 mm)
Emission level
V
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.
