Kubota U17 is a compact mini excavator designed for small construction, landscaping, utility, and site preparation work. It is a zero tail swing machine intended for operation in confined spaces where maneuverability is important. The U17 typically features a digging depth suitable for trenching, grading, and light excavation tasks, along with a retractable undercarriage on many configurations for improved access and stability. Kubota mini excavators are known for diesel-powered operation, hydraulic control, and compatibility with common attachments such as buckets and augers. The U17 is used in residential, commercial, and municipal applications requiring a small excavator footprint.
General Specifications
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator General Specifications specifications
Digging Depth
7.80 ft (2.38 m) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach
12.80 ft (3.90 m) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine
15.20 hp (11.33 kw) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight
3,703.00 lbs (1,679.65 kg) — Starting 2025 Model Year
Blade
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator Blade specifications
Blade Lift Height
11.10 in (28.19 cm)
Maximum Drop Below Ground
0.70 ft (0.21 m)
Boom
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator Boom specifications
Boom Swing Left
65 degrees
Boom Swing Right
58 degrees
Boom/Stick 1
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator Boom/Stick 1 specifications
Max Digging Depth
7.58 ft (2.31 m)
Max Digging Height
11.62 ft (3.54 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
6.27 ft (1.91 m)
Max.Dumping Height
8.01 ft (2.44 m)
Mximum Dig Radius
153.55 in (390.02 cm)
Dimensions
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Crawler Length
5.21 ft (1.59 m)
Ground Clearance
0.50 ft (0.15 m)
Height
7.67 ft (2.34 m)
Length
11.58 ft (3.53 m)
Overall Height
7.68 ft (2.34 m)
Overall Length
11.64 ft (3.55 m)
Tail Swing Radius
2.04 ft (0.62 m)
Weight
3,703.00 lbs (1,679.65 kg)
Width
4.08 ft (1.24 m)
Engine
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Displacement
3,344.20 cu in (54,801.74 cu cm)
Engine Make
Kubota
Engine Model
D902-E3
Gross Power
17.00 hp (12.68 kw)
Model Name
U17-HGS
Net Power
15.20 hp (11.33 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
3
Power Measured @
2300 rpm
Operational
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator Operational specifications
Auxiliary Hydraulic Flow
7.40 gpm (28.01 lpm)
Fuel Capacity
5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity
3.50 gpm (13.25 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
6.10 gal (23.09 l)
Operating Weight
3,703.80 lbs (1,680.02 kg)
Travel Speed, High Range
2.60 mph (4.18 kph)
Travel Speed, Low Range
1.40 mph (2.25 kph)
Swing Mechanism
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed
9.1 rpm
Undercarriage
Kubota U17 Mini Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull
4,865.00 lbs (2,206.73 kg)
Ground Pressure
3.7 psi
Shoe Size
9.06 in (23.01 cm)
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