Kubota U55-5 Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Kubota ➔
Model: U55-5 ➔

The Kubota U55-5 is a compact excavator in Kubota's U-series, designed for construction, utility, landscaping, and site preparation work. It features a short tail swing design for operation in confined spaces, along with a digging depth and lifting capability suited to general excavation tasks. The U55-5 is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic system, and operator cab or canopy options depending on configuration. Common attachments include buckets, hydraulic thumbs, and breakers. As an excavator, the Kubota U55-5 is used for trenching, grading, material handling, and light demolition in urban and restricted-access job sites.

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General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)	11.9 (3.6) Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach ft. (m)	19.7 (6) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)	47.6 (35.5) Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	12,456 (5,650) Starting 2025 Model Year

Kubota U55-5s currently for sale

A 2023 Kubota U55-5 From Marshall Machinery, Inc. for $64,900.00 USD

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A 2025 Kubota U55-5 From APCO Equipment for Call for Price

A 2023 Kubota U55-5 From Linder Industrial Machinery Co. for $63,000.00 USD

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