Kubota U10-5 Micro Excavator

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[@angus4202]

they may joke that its small but it beats a shovel

[@larrymoore6640]

Sure does beat shoveling

[@corycourneyea6802]

They can laugh all they want, when your back doesn't hurt. It's worth it.

[@jamessouth4776]

Yep sure beats a Mexican dragline

[@anthonyholmes71]

I use an excavator about this size and you are right. Every job doesn't require a big machine .

[@ZacH-es4vu]

1000%

[@davidpritch718]

This is a perfect machine for a yard sprinkler installer. It won't tear up the yard, can fit through most gates and you can put it inside an enclosed trailer. There's also another advantage in operating a micro-excavator...it improves your operator skills because you have to compensate the lack of brute force with finesse and technique.

[@normanboshell901]

I have had this Kubota for over one year , its by far the best micro digger on the market, it can go through a door way 750mm wide, and dig as deep as 1.9 meters, and very powerful with a breaker attached, the cost was £15,850 with 4 buckets

[@thegreat1548]

$15,850 US price??

[@killstrees]

​@@thegreat1548try $28k usd

[@elcheapo5302]

It's neat, but I'd look like a circus bear on a tricycle on that thing.

[@Taboloncawonthemasters]

😂😂😂😂

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Thanks for explaining the model numbers. That is a really cool little excavator. We always love your videos!

[@mbrsart]

Really like the idea of pilot controls as opposed to the control location on other 1-ton excavators. And so far, most of them aren't zero tail swing, which is another big appeal. If I had the choice of renting one of these or the Yanmar I rented recently, I probably would have gone for the Kubota.

[@keithbeynon3878]

That’s pretty cool how those tracks move in and out

[@karaayers2867]

Very common on small machines. My takeuchi tb015 is a late 90s 3500lb 16hp unit and the tracks retract from 39-54". I rarely use them that way though unless I come across a backyard 4' gate to go through.

[@Taboloncawonthemasters]

Yea common. So you can get right up to a fence or wall and not damage while still being able to dig close

[@cmcustomcarpentry]

I bought one of these a few months ago and use it more than my U-35. My crew loves this little excavator. It gets in places our larger excavator cannot. I’m curious to see how it will run our Br360 breaker

[@Not_So_Weird_in_Austin]

Tonka toy...Nice piece of equipment. Can trailer with a Prius too...Perfect for residential use

[@allenbuck5589]

Perfect for a plumbing contractor digging under ground. Get right up in the pad and dig Evan a footing man could use one. Wish I had one on my farm.

[@amywright2243]

I love it! I'd put googly eyes on the bucket 😆

[@joduval]

I really wish the backhoe attachments for tractors would be more inspired from these. This seems to have better hydraulic flow and smoother than what you see on a tlb machine

[@DJC995]

Nice I do like a zero tail swing machine Thanks again

[@PWingert1966]

Such a cute giant Tonka Toy!

[@bvinduck]

Nice Video. Only one question: width(s) tracks extended out and retracted in??

[@BS.-.-]

Dont look down at the micro minis. I have a kh-41, 3,000lb machine. So far I have put in a complete septic, removed a few stumps so big I couldn't drag them out of the hole along with countless others. This is all in shale, bed rock and clay soil. O I also put in a 700ft driveway through a swamp with the same machine.

[@oldstudbuck3583]

How about the oil filder? Any upgrades to it?

[@KubotaL4701]

You should do a u10 vs KX057-5

[@FishFind3000]

A longer track frame also gives more digging stability.

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Cute little bugger!!!👍

[@Not_So_Weird_in_Austin]

A serious tool landscape focused tool 7:45 . If my 6 year old grandson saw it would want it if I I showed it to him...

[@_P0tat07_]

That would be awesome for irrigation work on a golf course

[@dtread9543]

Do they offer a Desert Camo option for the excavators?

[@portnuefflyer]

As a former U25 owner, I'm inpressed!

[@tomasgimenez4592]

Very cute!

[@bryanmccallum4614]

Great video!

[@daved7024]

Love that little work horse 😊 I only have one problem ☹️ WHERE'S the THUMB 🤔

[@wrecker8236]

You can plant the hell out of some petunias with that thing.😂

[@thebotalife]

Spends 9 minutes talking about how this is the new upgraded K008 then at 9:45 says it's not, the K008-5 is now available.😂 I'm over here fussing at the screen for the majority of saying "stop talking like it's a replacement" 🤣 Always a good video. Thou shalt not doubt Neil!

[@aaronstestlab]

I rented the K008 to dig my pond. Super fun actually.

[@dibeiriiy2713]

Wowww.. the best excubater... Come from malaysion.

[@MustangsTrainsMowers]

If I won the lottery maybe I’d buy one of those just for fun. I could use it to clean out my cat litter boxes.

[@Not_So_Weird_in_Austin]

Tonka toy...Nice piece of equipment. Can trailer on a Prius too...

[@toma5153]

I assume folding or removable ROPS for parking in a homeowner's garage?

[@buildingalegacypa]

Neat small machine, thanks for explaining it!

[@jimtroupes1797]

Great content !

[@JCWren]

It looks like there's some pins on the blade that you pull to fold in the wings when you've got it in the narrow configuration?

[@spudgamer6049]

Probably. That's a common feature on these adjustable width track machines, both the 0.6-1 ton and their bigger ~1.5-2 ton siblings.

[@scottk8245R]

Aww baby excavator. Still cool!

[@Big.Ron1]

Does Kubota make a baby skid steer similar to the S70? A sit in?

[@ImYourHucklebery117]

I use them for my plumbing bussiness, i have larger ones for exterior work but i use this one for existing commercial buildings where we need a lot of pipe trenching and concrete breaking

[@pavelkolp]

What buckets are available for this excavator?

[@randomthoughts1001]

I want a cab , heat and AC on thus thing , and a matching size track steer loader. 😃

[@karaayers2867]

You think this and the k008 are small. IHI 4j micro is around 1100lbs and less than 5hp.

[@Trialnerror]

Those exposed hydro lines to the drive motors are going to be a problem. Just look at the damage to any frame on a small excavator, rocks hammer that area.

[@MessicksEquip]

if your driving over rocks big enough to damage the hoses, you've probably already rolled this little thing :-)

[@thomabb]

Kubota is finally catching up to Bobcat.

[@matthiaslonartz1313]

Nice video as always, but it isn't the first U10, there were an U10 and at least a U10-3 before (I own one), a underestimated feature (option on the U10-3 which also have pilot controls) are the joysticks on the seat, if they are on the front console, it likes to happen, the it starts rocking, thru an impulse pass thru your arms which are free in the air (not resting on the arm rests). Also the machine is not zero tail, it's short tail, there is still a little bit overhang also with the tracks in the wider position. As answer to another comment, it can run a hammer, I have one with 240J, which weighs around 100kg, I also added a hydraulic thumb and quick coupler. (As tho aux ports over a 8/3 electric switch valve) But, as always with heavy attachment (for the machine), you have to be care full, by swinging over the side, you have to know what goes an what doesn't. I also run a 60cm 55l bucked without problems, as well as a 80cm hydraulic tilting finishing bucket. All in all a very nice machine which can do al lot more than most people (including my self before ;-) think.

[@MessicksEquip]

Are you in Europe? It's new to the United States

[@matthiaslonartz1313]

@@MessicksEquip Yes, I am, I almost thought so.

[@bigdaddy4197]

What is the lifting capacity Matthias?

[@matthiaslonartz1313]

@@bigdaddy4197 From Kubotas data sheet, it's at full reach over the lowered plate 150kg, to 440kg at 1,5m from the middle of the machine at 0,5m height (that sounds realistic to me), but true the relatively short boom, it's almost more interesting, what you can pull out of a hole (stumps, rocks) and they can pretty decent sized and weight compared to the machine. I get any ground break up with it, with a 40cm tooth or 20cm smooth bucket, or another example two 60cm buckets fill a wheelbarrow quit good, what's not so good, is the dumping height, I would say, that 1,5m is the highest, what is useful.

[@bigdaddy4197]

@@matthiaslonartz1313 Thanks Matthias much appreciated. Work safe.

[@embracethesuck1041]

That looks like it should come with a lego construction worker to operate it.

[@calebsjunkremovalservice7593]

There is a septic service with one on a “wheel chair “ like carrier

[@williamfenner9915]

Is there a quick attachment for the bucket available. Also can you get a breaker for it?

[@MessicksEquip]

Yes and yes.

[@williamfenner9915]

@@MessicksEquip Thank you for the information. I was just wondering. Northern hydraulic tools. Has one. They offered the quick attachment, and the breaker. Now they don't have the breaker attachment.I really like the idea of the zero tail swing.

[@takeuchi0167]

Atlas copco (Epiroc)SB52 hydraulic breaker

[@dieselwelds8645]

You forgot to mention septic tank pump companies. I acquired an IHI 7J back in February - very similar to your U10-5! 8hp

[@runningscout14]

I was about to comment about septic companies using them to access backyards for minor repairs or riser installs where there is a narrow gate

[@semi-protools4532]

Thoughts on this machine for a landscaper who does plant installs, small walkways, and odd jobs?

[@MessicksEquip]

this or the next step up. For walkways I would want one with more reach so I did not have to reposition as often. This would work, and be cheaper, but many a bit less productive.

[@semi-protools4532]

@@MessicksEquip thank you, what would you consider the next step up the u17?

[@fightzoid]

I need one of these to dig out behind my shop but no rental places have them in my area. I wish I could afford one.

[@thefirewooddoctor]

What's the difference between the K and U series besides the tail swing?

[@MessicksEquip]

The tail, that's it.

[@portnuefflyer]

@@MessicksEquip The k series also have a larger counterweight, heavier plus further out.

[@bladewiper]

Looks like a nice rig, but am guessing you can't run a hammer on it ? Is there an option for a thumb ?

[@MessicksEquip]

Yes, hammer. No factory thumb.

[@jeffboyd9301]

What a great idea. Let's say you used it to excavate dirt from a portion of a fenced back yard, how do you transfer the dirt? Is there a cool little machine to move to a truck?

[@michaelrodriguez5587]

Wheel barrel

[@codetech5598]

I don't think it's a fair test to say you are losing hydraulic flow when you are hovering the bucket 2 feet above the ground instead of 2 feet below the ground as would happen in real use. The arms and cylinders are in different positions.

[@drewfin911]

Third function option available for thumbs/augers etc.?

[@MessicksEquip]

Yes.

[@woodhousewoodhouse5952]

It also as fast track on a pedal on ur left foot

[@xxxmikeyjock]

you need foot pedals for the tracks. the 08 I have run can get scary being as tippy as it is and having to remove my hands from the boom and stick controls to track. I will always take the 17 rather then the 08 any time I can

[@killstrees]

I would try to engineer rockers into the joysticks and mount servos to the sticks that control the tracks. I prefer foot controls for tracks myself but thats the next best thing I could think of with these micros

[@xxxmikeyjock]

@@killstrees the 08 uses direct mechanical linkages not pilot so you cant get fancy on them

[@glennadkins7999]

Does the rops block your view being in the front

[@MessicksEquip]

Yes, a little.

[@thefirewooddoctor]

Renting an old K91 or the 33 this weekend, depends on which one the rental yard will bring me. Would love to buy a U series around the 3.5 ton class size.

[@brandonsmith1094]

Our irrigation guy bought one, he was tired of renting them. He does bigger projects though

[@BG-vq9fd]

That's cute

[@lulutileguy]

versatile looking for small estate

[@joshowens2219]

For a rental fleet do you think the KX or U Series is best?

[@MessicksEquip]

Normally U is run in rental because of novis operators.

[@alpine9996]

I rented one. (as a homeowner) I think it was an 8? It was great. I planted about 25 trees with it.

[@m118lr]

..SURE BEATS a shovel! Edited to add: I don’t like that ROPS at all..a BIG “VIEWING” obstruction, but it IS a very nice machine..

[@mittenequipment2443]

Hi Neil, I do a lot of landscaping work with my sister using subcompact tractors equipped with a backhoe. Does this machine spec similarly to the backhoe on a subcompact? Pilot controls and the ability to move the machine without getting on and off 100 times a day would be fantastic!

[@mxadema]

They do as far as bucket power. And what nice about it, you can get the boom real close to a wall with the boom being parallel to the wall, as it got a back hoe swing and the house swing. Ideal for doinf drain tile without diging a big tranches. They are also smoother than a sub compact backhoe.

[@MessicksEquip]

About the same power, but a better tool.

[@dand33911]

Dont forget a full 360° of swing. Backhoe only has 180°. An excavator is atleast 2 times more efficient than a backhoe.

[@onebigbobo]

Carry that in your watch pocket!

[@OffGridInvestor]

Here in Australia the brother in law has an older version of something MUCH LIKE this. Little 3 cylinder diesel. It looks to be a machine formerly USED in south korea considering some stickers added by the former owners.

[@shawndickmann8215]

For anyone who hates shoveling!

[@INDIANBOLIL]

Does it can come in India

[@hakhakuuba5073]

It is good for grave hole digging

[@ZR1Terror]

It’s so tiny 😊

[@jamesrogers6376]

What size door will it fit through?

[@MessicksEquip]

32"

[@papabearcamaro]

Better than using a goon spoon. 👍

[@javieruriel]

whats the price of that one?

[@solongandthanksforallthefish]

Do you guys follow Perkins Builders Brothers? They've been looking for someone to help them get their hands on a machine (think it's outside of their budget), maybe Messick's could work something out with them...

[@shawndass732]

What are the main differences between a Skidsteer and a track loader?

[@codetech5598]

When people talk about a skidsteer, they usually mean a machine that has the extra hydraulics and brackets to accept attachments.

[@dand33911]

Nothing. Skidsteer. Bobcat. Skid loader. Track loader. Track steer. All mean the same thing.

[@shawndass732]

@@dand33911 There are differences between a skid steer and track loader that is shaped like a skid steer.

[@dand33911]

@@shawndass732 Yeah. Tracks and tires.

[@shawndass732]

@@dand33911 They don't make differences.

[@DuramaxL5P]

What is the cost for a unit like this?

[@flszen]

The Kubota website’s “build” option starts at $27-28k

[@DuramaxL5P]

@@flszen Holy Cow!

[@kdegraa]

@@DuramaxL5P if they were cheaper no one would buy cheap Chinese mini excavators.

[@DuramaxL5P]

@@kdegraa Yeah that's true and I get all the engineering that went into getting this thing as small as possible, but it puts it out of range for the average Joe. I just can't justify spending that much on this in my situation. I wish it was a bit cheaper, could really use something like it.

[@spudgamer6049]

@@DuramaxL5P keep your eyes on used ones for sale. I've seen some in decent to food condition for a little over 10k. The next size up can also be found used for not much more.

[@PapaRug.58]

Thems a carrot puller lol or potatoe digger worth their weight in gold

[@CyberVsWolverine]

How much?

[@pilbomags488]

I only use excavators the size of big musky

[@mikereed-zf9gf]

How much is this machine

[@Zacht1980]

10th Gen Dairyman sent me.

[@tacomas9602]

1:56 more to go wrong? Way better digging experience tho.

[@makeitpay8241]

he can't tell us what the machine retails for?

[@evilchickenfarmer]

I just want to know how much

[@TheOneAndOnlyThumper]

But costs $30k for some reason 🤔

[@MessicksEquip]

Canadian?

[@johncarnettie6804]

And the price of a Porsche

[@mariaviklund4546]

Hydraulic teaspoon

[@brendtoconnell6119]

¿No serían más rentables unos cuantos mexicanos y palas?

[@angus4202]

if this weighs 2200 lbs some idiot is going to try and put it in the back of a pickup truck

[@BlackHawkBallistic]

A 3/4 or 1 ton built in the last 10 years could definitely handle it and a fairly new half ton speced right probably could also

[@paulbeach7129]

If it fits it ships

[@jhonsiders6077]

I have a 78 F150 I bought new I put a ton of rock in it often hauls it just fine .

[@singalongwrudy8690]

I can't use that ...not manly enough.

[@bps7209]

It probably cost a lot for nothing more than a glorified shovel.

[@BillyJ10]

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