Looking for the Best Mini Excavator? A Kubota U17 Is Closer Than You Think!
Find big results in a compact package with the Kubota U17 Compact Excavator for sale at Apex Rentals in California! These mini excavators pack a lot of performance into a zero-tail swing design. Apex Rentals offers the Kubota U17 and the upgraded U17-5, giving contractors, plumbers, and landscapers a versatile edge on every project. Which model is right for you? Let’s break down the features of each model.
Power That Fits Where Others Can’t
U17
When the job calls for precision in small spaces, the Kubota U17 can deliver! With 16.1 horsepower and a powerful digging force of 3,571 pounds, it is perfect for backyard jobs, trenching, and working along foundations. Designed for maneuverability, the U17 fits through narrow gates and tight job site corridors without sacrificing performance. With its variable-width undercarriage, operators can adjust the track width from 49 inches to 39 inches to easily access hard-to-reach areas.
U17-5
The Kubota U17-5 builds on everything that made the original U17 a trusted excavator and adds even more value to your investment! Like the U17, it’s powered by a reliable Kubota D902-E4 three-cylinder diesel engine with 16.1 horsepower. What sets the U17-5 apart is its enhanced operator experience, upgraded safety features, and productivity-driven improvements like control ergonomics and better hydraulic flow. The U17-5 maintains the same powerful breakout force and compact size. The U17-5 offers better visibility, quieter operation, and a redesigned interior layout, making it one of the most operator-friendly mini excavators in the game!
Performance
Kubota’s U17 excavators excel in residential construction, landscaping businesses working around tight structures, and plumbers who need to install pipes and make trenches. With a zero-tail swing design, you’ll never have to worry about damaging property or hesitating to squeeze into cramped spaces. With either of the U17 models, you can expect to find these features:
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Two-speed travel for smooth jobsite mobility
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Foldable ROPS for easy transport and access under low-clearance structures
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Auxiliary hydraulics for powering compact tools like drills or hydraulic thumbs
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Variable track width for narrow gate and trailer loading
The U17-5 adds value with modern comfort upgrades, a repositioned display panel for better visibility, and optional LED work lights for low-light environments.
Attachments
Whether trenching for irrigation, digging footings, or clearing out fence lines, the Kubota U17 and U17-5 are up for the challenge! Choose from many Kubota performance-matched attachments that best suit the job's demands. Add a hydraulic breaker for demolition jobs, a trenching bucket for utility lines, or a quick coupler to swap between tools in minutes. This flexibility makes these machines perfect for contractors who want to get more done without adding more equipment to their fleet.
If you're searching for the Kubota U17 for sale near you, visit Apex Rentals in Hesperia and Victorville, California. We have a variety of compact Kubota excavators that meet the needs of professionals across the High Desert! Our team is ready to help you compare the U17 and U17-5 or any other model side by side, answer questions about financing and attachment options, and provide full-service support whenever you need it. To start, give us a call or fill out our Get a Quote form below! We look forward to working with you soon!