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The U17-5 replaces the U17 with a wide range of performance and comfort features. Keeping all the features you loved from the previous model like variable tracks and standard two-speed, all while adding a standard thumb bracket, increasing the operator space, and moving the auxiliary controls to your hands, makes the U17-5 the perfect machine to get your next job done. The U17-5 also comes standard with KubotaNOW Telematics, giving you access to the critical information you need at all times. Kubota is the world’s #1 selling compact excavator for 20 years.*
*According to 2023 data from Off-Highway Research including all Kubota Group brand sales.


| Engine Model | Engine ModelKubota D902-E4-BH-6EU | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower (gross) | Horsepower (gross)16.1 | |
| Displacement (cu. in.) | Displacement (cu. in.)54.8 | |
| Overall Length, ft (mm) | Overall Length, ft (mm)11 ft 7.7 in (3550) | |
| Overall Height, ft (mm) | Overall Height, ft (mm)7 ft 9.3 in (2370) | |
| Overall Width, ft (mm) | Overall Width, ft (mm)3 ft 3.4 in (1000) / 4 ft 3.2 in (1300) | |
| Min. Ground Clearance, in (mm) | Min. Ground Clearance, in (mm)6.1in (155) | |
| Crawler Length, ft (mm) | Crawler Length, ft (mm)5 ft 2.2 in (1580) | |
| Pump Capacity, GPM (LPM) | Pump Capacity, GPM (LPM)4.6 (17.3) | |
| Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow Rate, GPM (LPM) | Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow Rate, GPM (LPM)7.3 (27.7) | |
| Bucket Breakout Force, lbs (kgf) | Bucket Breakout Force, lbs (kgf)15.8 kN (1609) | |
| Arm Breakout Force, lbs (kgf) | Arm Breakout Force, lbs (kgf)8.7 kN (887.2) | |
| Traveling Speed: High, mph (kph) | Traveling Speed: High, mph (kph)2.7 (4.4) | |
| Traveling Speed: Low, mph (kph) | Traveling Speed: Low, mph (kph)1.4 (2.3) | |
| Ground Contact Pressure psi, kgf (cm2) | Ground Contact Pressure psi, kgf (cm2)4.0 (0.29) | |
| Blade Width, ft (mm) | Blade Width, ft (mm)4 ft 3.2 in (1300) / 3 ft 3 in (990) | |
| Blade Height, in (mm) | Blade Height, in (mm)10.2 in (260) | |
| Hydraulic Oil Reservoir / System, gal (l) | Hydraulic Oil Reservoir / System, gal (l)3.4 (13) / 5.8 (21.8) | |
| Fuel Reservoir, gal (l) | Fuel Reservoir, gal (l)5.3 (13) | |
| Operating Weight, lbs (kg) | Operating Weight, lbs (kg)3902 (1770) |