Kubota U27 Excavator Review and U25 Comparison

[@peggylykins3055]

My husband just bought a new u-27-4 he loves it.

[@theatlanticdairyman7917]

Thank you for doing these videos Neil, I’ve been watching for a few years now and your videos have always been super informative. Especially now with the way markets are, a lot of the time dealers don’t have a lot of inventory sitting on the lot to go look at. So having these very in-depth videos into equipment has been a great resource.

[@brianwalk108]

Agreed, the videos are invaluable, I could have gotten a cheaper machine locally, but I drove 3 states to get a Kubota from messicks purely because of these videos, but once I visited their staff and facility I just can’t imagine going anywhere else.

[@hp4546]

When I go to my local heavy machinery yard sometimes the sales guy looks at me sideways when I start dropping all your stats that you give me Neil. Helps me make informed purchases. If you were in my country I'd come see you for sure!

[@Drew_P_Bahlz]

I have to say this is a excellent video! Haven’t seen a comparison video like this and it was super helpful! I’m tossing up between both machines and this has helped incredibly!

[@ericritchey9331]

I'm leaning towards the new U27-4 I'm glad you did this video.

[@jaredhaas4168]

"I would give up 6 inches for 25% more power." -Neil

[@matthewm8021]

There’s a joke in there somewhere…

[@Byron88]

So that's how women were made

[@logmeindangit]

It always gets back to the dipper stick.

[@danielrapoza8468]

Neil, great video. I appreciate learning even though I am not in the market for a excavator. Surprised that you didn't mention it, but the U27 appears to have a more offset boom. Great for hugging closer to a foundation. Or is it just an optical illusion on my part ?

[@JCWren]

How did you avoid giggling at 3:07?

[@TimmyMoza]

Thats what she said. Yall know what Im talkin bout dont ya Neil… lol

[@PineyGroveHomestead]

We've got the KX-71 and love it but I see a lot of nice features in that new model U27 that I would like to have!

[@johnr.383]

I lucked in buying a used U27 2019 with cab last year with around 700h. It looks small but once in it, it feels big. I was looking at a KX033 new. But payments for a new excavator where way higher and specs didn't justify it compared to the deal I found. Overall, I really like having it at hand. The cab only has heat, no A/C. The only backside is the small footprint makes it prone to tip on sides with a load in bucket. At least, it doesn't destroy too much the lawn around the house. It's quite strong for the size and digs deep. I do miss having pedals for moving, any non pricey option to recommend ? Using solely on my property and keeping it well greased as an investment :) With my B2301, I can tackle all my work myself, albeit slowly but much faster that with a shovel ! Thanks Neil for your continued information on equipment !

[@Hondaatvriders]

What are the difference between “U” and “KX” mini excavators? I’m familiar with the KX models. Thanks Neil, always fun to watch and informative!

[@MessicksEquip]

U's are zero tail swing

[@johnr.383]

I find the U less stable than a KX, but if you need to work in tight space, you need a U or you may hit something with the back, as a KX will have the weight protrude "outside of your tracks", as a tail swing and may hit a house or something. If you turn the cabin 90 deg, a U will not move pass the tracks while the weight of the KX extends further outside. Zero tail swing means counter weight closer to center and a bit less stability when swinging the bucket with stuff in it or picking up heavy things too far.

[@7pdude]

3:07 well she didn't want to give up 6 inches for 25% more power ...

[@richscott2952]

Is the Cab better than open cab

[@heydude4532]

There's no AC for the 27 so I went with open cab. I live in Florida, so I decided to go with open cab for the summer heat. so far, it's been all good

[@ZR1Terror]

I have a U-25 and I agree, the cab is too tight.

[@mikediangelis9565]

just got one for $46,000 new

[@ChronicBongitis420]

I think his brain wasn't working when he posted this because that ain't 6 in if you do the math it's 10 in

[@greensleeves8095]

Being built in Germany vs Japan seems like a huge downgrade. How is Kubota with Right to Repair? Are they as nefarious and evil as John Deer?