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New Kubota 5-tonne range

Kubota has announced the launch of three new 5-tonne machines. The KX060- 5, U56-5 and U50-5, have been developed in line with customer feedback to ensure the machines align with the demands of the industry. The launch of the three machines means Kubota’s customers continue to have the choice of either a reduced tail swing or the conventional excavator. Each machine has been designed with the operator in mind, starting with a larger cabin, enhanced insulation, improved visibility, and a multitude of new comfort features. The exterior of the machines has also been redesigned, to give each a modern look. 

The KX060-5 (available to order from April in the UK and pictured above) offers a conventional tail swing which can be used in different applications to the U-series. It is also the machine most suitable to heavier attachments due to the offset of the conventional tail swing weight. The U56-5 (also available from April and pictured below) has a powerful engine and is the largest reduced tail swing machine in the range. The machine is built to have good lifting capacity and will be suited to an owner-operator. The U50-5 (available to purchase from July 2020; no pictures yet) has been designed as an entry-level machine and built for the hire market. The size of the machine means it is well suited to working in smaller spaces.

Standard features on all machines include a full-colour, high-resolution seven-inch LCD screen, new CAB structure that reduces noise by 5dB, down to 74dB, plus a Stage 5 emissions-compliant Kubota Original Direct Injection Engine with CRS and DPF Muffler.

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