2026 Kubota Compact Excavators U48-5

2024 Kubota U Series U48-5 Angle

When the going gets tough, it’s the Kubota U48-5 that gets tougher.

• NEW - 7" LCD Color Display with jog dial (Standard)

• NEW Keyless Start - start the excavator without the use of a manual key; no more losing or can't find your keys; excavator will store up to (10) user passcodes to start the machine; anti theft tool (Dealer -Option)

• Rearview Camera - factory ready; dealer installed option; engage the rearview camera by pressing the 'camera' button on the right hand side key pad; screen will split with machine information on top and a clear view behind the excavator

• Automatic One Way Flow Hydraulic Return Line (3rd Line) - on the (-4) excavators the 3rd return line is engaged manually on the right side valve bank; the new feature is electronic and engaged through the display

• Dual Adjustable Seat & Console - allows the operator to find the perfect operating position in the cab

• LED Working Lights - standard feature; changed from Halogen lights to LED

• Improved AC System - improved from (5) air vents to, now, (7) air vents for quick cool down or heat defrost

Kubota excavators are all powered by Kubota Tier 4 emission engines. The modern engine design maximizes digging and lifting performance, delivers minimized noise and vibration and meets the latest engine emission regulation.

All Kubota excavators have a two speed drive that allows for efficient machine maneuverability and backfill operations.

Convenient Two-pattern Selection System (TPSS) allows you to change between ISO and SAE operating patterns with a quick flip of the TPSS switch – without tools or leaving your seat.

• A spacious operator station designed for greater comfort, with a fully flat floor for more legroom

• Digital panel with easy access, simple settings and easy-to-read indicators and alerts

• Easy cab entry and exit

• Easy-open front slide window

• Wrist rest

• Cup holder

• Front pin bushings to help maximize durability

• Centralized swivel bearing lubrication

• Protected cylinder hoses

• Steel hood panels

• One-sided engine maintenance

• Wide hood openings for easy access to engine and other vital components

• Proportional flow control of auxiliary circuit (AUX1) and maximum oil flow setting – you can operate a larger variety of auxiliary attachments than ever before

• Proportional AUX flow switch – a convenient bi-directional switch enables easy operation of hydraulic thumbs and other hydraulic attachments such as augers and breakers