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Machine Profile
The Kubota U48-5 is a compact, tight tail swing mini excavator designed to offer strong performance, operator comfort, and enhanced maneuverability, especially suited for tight work sites. With an operating weight around 11,057 lbs (5,015 kg), it balances power with compact dimensions for versatile applications in construction, landscaping, and utility.
Engine and Power
The Kubota U48-5 mini excavator stands as an advanced, operator-friendly, and capable machine within the compact excavator market. Combining powerful digging force, efficient hydraulics, and outstanding operator visibility and safety, it meets the needs of professionals requiring performance in confined areas. Its flexible features like the hydraulic angle blade and dual auxiliary circuits increase utility and productivity across various job sites
The Kubota U48-5 is a compact, tight tail swing mini excavator designed to offer strong performance, operator comfort, and enhanced maneuverability, especially suited for tight work sites. With an operating weight around 11,057 lbs (5,015 kg), it balances power with compact dimensions for versatile applications in construction, landscaping, and utility.
Engine and Power
- Engine Power: Approximately 40.4 hp (30.1 kW) from a robust Kubota diesel engine.
- The engine complies with global emission standards, delivering improved fuel efficiency and reduced noise and vibration levels.
- Equipped with a reliable load-sensing hydraulic system providing up to 17.3 gallons per minute pump flow.
- Features dual auxiliary hydraulic circuits, allowing operators to use multiple attachments with ease.
- Includes hydraulic angle blade with float function for efficient pushing and grading.
- Bucket breakout force: Around 9,304 lbs (4,220 kg), enabling tough material penetration and excavation.
- Max digging depth: Approximately 10 ft 8 in (3,255 mm), suitable for utility and landscaping tasks.
- Travel speed: Dual-speed with maximum of roughly 2.7 mph (4.4 km/h), ensuring efficient site mobility.
- Swing speed of 11.4 rpm for smooth and responsive rotation.
- Spacious cab with ergonomic control layout, adjustable suspension seat, and optimized visibility supported by larger glass areas around the operator.
- Optional keyless start system enhances convenience.
- Integrated rearview camera feeds live display on a 7-inch LCD screen, improving job site awareness and safety.
- Certified ROPS/TOPS for operator protection.
- LED work lights with programmable delay shutoff for safety during low light operations.
- Hydraulic quick coupler compatibility simplifies attachment changes.
- Two-pattern selection system (ISO and SAE) switchable on the fly.
- Enhanced sound insulation and structural design reduce operator fatigue.
- Available hydraulic thumb and other attachments extend application versatility.
- Breakout Force: The maximum force exerted by the bucket to break materials.
- Load Sensing Hydraulics: Hydraulic systems that regulate fluid flow based on load demand for efficiency.
- Swing Speed: The rate at which the excavator’s upper structure rotates.
- Auxiliary Circuits: Additional hydraulic lines for powering attachments.
- ROPS/TOPS: Safety structures designed to protect the operator in rollovers or tip-overs.
The Kubota U48-5 mini excavator stands as an advanced, operator-friendly, and capable machine within the compact excavator market. Combining powerful digging force, efficient hydraulics, and outstanding operator visibility and safety, it meets the needs of professionals requiring performance in confined areas. Its flexible features like the hydraulic angle blade and dual auxiliary circuits increase utility and productivity across various job sites
