Kubota U17-3 EX1700 Specs: What They Mean on Site

Specs are useful only when they connect back to the work you need done. The EX1700 is a 1.7t mini excavator based on the Kubota U17-3, set up for compact earthmoving, residential access and general excavation hire.

Operating weight and width

The machine weighs 1,700kg and has a compact 990mm width. That makes it useful for jobs where a larger excavator would struggle to access the site, such as side paths, backyard works, landscaping upgrades and tight residential blocks.

The operating weight gives the machine stability for common digging tasks while remaining manageable for smaller projects. It is still important to check ground conditions, slopes, soft areas and access before delivery.

Digging depth and reach

The EX1700 has a maximum digging depth of 2,310mm and a maximum digging radius at ground level of 3,840mm. In practical terms, that covers many drainage trenches, footing excavations, service trenches, garden reshaping and preparation work.

For deep services, engineered works or jobs near boundaries, confirm the required depth and reach before booking. A site plan or a quick description of the excavation can help us confirm whether this machine is the right fit.

Attachments available

The standard bucket set includes 300mm, 450mm and 1,000mm mud bucket options, plus a ripper. Tilt hitch, auger drive, auger sizes from 200mm to 600mm, rock grab and rock breaker attachments are available for specific tasks.

The attachment choice is often what makes the hire efficient. For example, augers are ideal for repeated holes, the ripper helps open hard ground, and the rock breaker is useful when digging alone will not get through the material.

Hire planning

Hire pricing is confirmed by quote so the duration, access, attachments and delivery requirements match the real job. If the work might run over, it is better to discuss the likely timeline upfront so the hire period matches the project, not the best-case scenario.

If you need help deciding, send through the site access, task type, approximate depth and preferred dates. We can help confirm whether the EX1700 and available attachments are the right setup.