Earthmoving · Equipment guide

Mini Excavators in Canada

Mini and compact excavators bring 360-degree digging capability to landscaping, utilities, residential construction and restricted-access jobsites. Their value comes from access, controllability and attachment versatility rather than maximum production alone.

Orange mini excavator with Kubota branding, canopy, bucket and blade

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79 models · 8 manufacturers

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Mini Excavators
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Kubota KX057-5 Mini Excavator

Kubota KX057-5 Mini Excavator

KX057-5 exact US manufacturer brochure; reference generation retained. · United States / North American reference

Operating weight
12,577 lb5,705 kg
Max. digging depth
12 ft 8.6 in3,875 mm
Max. digging radius, at ground level
20 ft 1.1 in6,125 mm
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Kubota KX080-5 Mini Excavator

Kubota KX080-5 Mini Excavator

KX080-5 exact US brochure 2025 printing, Cat.No.8991C-01-US; current -5 generation. · United States / North American reference

Operating weight
18,520 lb8,400 kg
Max. digging depth
15 ft 1.1 in4,600 mm
Max. digging radius at ground level
23 ft 6.3 in7,170 mm
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Kubota U10-5 Mini Excavator

Kubota U10-5 Mini Excavator

U10-5 exact US manufacturer brochure; reference generation retained. · United States / North American reference

Operating weight
2,646 lb1,200 kg
Max. digging depth
5 ft 10.9 in1,800 mm
Max. digging radius, at ground level
10 ft 11.1 in3,330 mm
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Kubota U17-5 Mini Excavator

Kubota U17-5 Mini Excavator

U17-5 exact US manufacturer brochure; reference generation retained. · United States / North American reference

Operating weight
3,902 lb1,770 kg
Max. digging depth
7 ft 6.2 in2,290 mm
Max. digging radius, at ground level
12 ft 6.4 in3,820 mm
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Kubota U27-4 Mini Excavator

Kubota U27-4 Mini Excavator

U27-4 exact US manufacturer brochure; reference generation retained. · United States / North American reference

Max. digging depth
9 ft 5 in2,870 mm
Max. digging radius, at ground level
15 ft 4.3 in4,680 mm
Output (SAE J1349 net)
20.0 hp14.9 kW
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Kubota U35-4 Mini Excavator

Kubota U35-4 Mini Excavator

U35-4 exact US manufacturer brochure; reference generation retained. · United States / North American reference

Operating weight
8,451 lb3,833 kg
Max. digging depth
9 ft 8.9 in2,970 mm
Max. digging radius, at ground level
16 ft 11.3 in5,165 mm
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Kubota U55-5 Mini Excavator

Kubota U55-5 Mini Excavator

Current Canadian U55-5 product page · Canada

Operating weight
12,247 lb5,555 kg
Max. digging depth
11 ft 11 in3,630 mm
Max. digging radius, at ground level
19 ft 7 in5,965 mm
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Mini Excavators
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Takeuchi TB20e Mini Excavator

Takeuchi TB20e Mini Excavator

TB20e explicitly identified in live Takeuchi US product comparison records. · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
4,255 lb1,930 kg
Maximum Digging Depth
7 ft 10.0 in2,390 mm
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
13 ft 2.9 in4,035 mm
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Takeuchi TB210R Mini Excavator

Takeuchi TB210R Mini Excavator

Current TB210R manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
2,535 lb1,150 kg
Maximum Digging Depth
5 ft 9.1 in1,755 mm
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
10 ft 6.7 in3,220 mm
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Takeuchi TB216 Mini Excavator

Takeuchi TB216 Mini Excavator

Current TB216 manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
3,900 lb1,770 kg
Maximum Digging Depth
7 ft 10.1 in2,390 mm
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
13 ft 2.9 in4,035 mm
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Takeuchi TB225 Mini Excavator

Takeuchi TB225 Mini Excavator

Current TB225 manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Operating Weight
4,995 lb2,265 kg
Maximum Digging Depth
8 ft 5.6 in2,580 mm
Maximum Reach at Ground Level
13 ft 11.3 in4,250 mm
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Choosing mini excavators for the job

Compare tail swing, machine width, blade configuration, transport weight and auxiliary hydraulics against the actual work. Trailer and tow-vehicle limits can be as important as digging performance.

Machine types and configurations

  • Micro excavators
  • Compact conventional-tail
  • Reduced-tail-swing
  • Zero-tail-swing
  • Cab and canopy configurations

Specifications that matter

SpecificationWhy it matters
Operating and transport weightCheck the travel configuration against trailer space, access restrictions and route requirements.
Overall widthCheck the travel configuration against trailer space, access restrictions and route requirements.
Digging depthShows whether the configured machine fits the required work envelope.
Tail overhangCheck clearance behind the machine throughout its swing, especially near walls and traffic.
Auxiliary flowDetermines powered-attachment capability and circuit requirements.
Blade dimensionsMust suit the material, work envelope, machine geometry and configuration.
Coupler typeMatch the exact attachment interface, locking system and hydraulic connections.

Before buying used

  • Check boom swing, slew play and blade pins
  • Inspect rubber tracks, sprockets and lower rollers
  • Confirm auxiliary lines and coupler operation with the intended work tools
Ownership costs to consider

Cost drivers

  • Rubber tracks and lower rollers
  • Boom-swing and slew components
  • Pins, bushings and coupler wear
  • Compact emissions systems
Plan your transport

Transport checklist

  • Check trailer payload after attachments
  • Measure actual width and overall height
  • Secure buckets and tools separately where required
  • Verify tow vehicle, hitch and axle ratings independently

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