U17-5

Forget worrying about obstacles to the side or behind you with the U17-5. Our zero-tail swing design ensures the tail always stays within the width of the tracks when tracks are fully expanded, providing excellent balance, stability, and faster operation. Ideal for congested work areas, the U17-5 lets you focus on the job at hand with confidence.

Feel the power of the reliable Kubota Engine, hydraulics, and engineering you trust, now with enhancements for added safety and comfort.

Our expandable tracks give you increased stability and control, extending the width of the track frame to 51”’s. With this wider footprint, you'll feel more grounded and sturdy, even in challenging terrain. Plus, easily manoeuvre through tight spaces with the tracks retracted.

Operate in either pattern A (backhoe) or pattern B (excavator) with the Two Pattern Selector System (TPSS) with pilot control hydraulics as standard.

Enjoy enhanced ergonomics and precision, allowing you to effortlessly feather thumb operation with a toggle switch on the joystick rather than using your foot, giving you additional foot space for added comfort during long hours of operation.

With an additional 30 mm of foot room, enjoy extended comfort for the longest work days. The extra space for your work boots facilitates seamless entry and exit from the unit.

Compatible with a large range of attachments, including a trenching bucket, ditching bucket, tilt ditching bucket, root rake, auger, plate compactor, breaker, and more. With these tools at your disposal, you'll feel empowered to tackle any job with ease and efficiency. Get ready to take your productivity to new heights with our expanded attachment capabilities.

Excavators rely heavily on the quality of their attached tools. Kubota provides a thumb option for the U17-5, transforming it into a multipurpose tool. This thumb enables effortless object grabbing and ensures your load stays securely in the bucket. Additionally, the thumb bracket comes standard from the factory, equipped with a relief valve to safeguard the cylinder.

After the control levers remain in neutral for over 4 seconds, engine RPM automatically idles, swiftly returning to normal upon lever movement. This innovative function reduces noise, exhaust emissions and cuts operating costs and fuel consumption. It can be easily activated or deactivated as needed.

Unlock enhanced productivity and minimise downtime with KubotaNOW. Gain peace of mind with complete visibility into your equipment's security, safety, and vital statistics. Keep track of your operators, their location, and assess their productivity and operation time effortlessly in the field. Utilise geofencing for added equipment security, and take full control of your fleet.

Illuminate your job site with an LED boom light to improve your visibility when digging or using attachment in dark areas.