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3.5-Ton Mini Excavator Comparison

Kubota U35-4 vs. John Deere 35P

If you are evaluating 3.5-ton mini excavators for your jobsite or acreage, the Kubota U35-4 and John Deere 35P are likely two of your top contenders.

Both machines are workhorses built to tackle trenching, footings, and utility work, but they handle daily operation, hydraulic attachments, and cab life differently. Here is a straight-shooting spec breakdown to help you determine which machine delivers the best ROI for your everyday projects.

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Kubota U35-4 compact excavator
Kubota U35-4 Stable. Versatile. Built for Daily Work.
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At-a-Glance Spec Comparison

Core Spec Kubota U35-4 John Deere 35P
Engine Horsepower 24.8 HP Kubota E-TVCS Diesel 24.7 HP
Bucket Breakout Force 6,091 lbs 6,210 lbs
Operating Weight (Cab) 8,466 lbs 8,200 lbs
The Kubota Advantage

Where the Kubota U35 Leads the Jobsite

01

Standard Hydraulic Diverter Valve

Easily divert oil flow between your hydraulic thumb and auxiliary attachments right on the arm without disconnecting lines or spilling hydraulic fluid on the dirt.

02

Heavy-Duty Ground Stability

Additional operating weight and a low-center-of-gravity frame provide superior balance when lifting heavy pipe or box culverts over the side.

03

No-DPF Maintenance Headaches

The clean-burning 24.8 HP Kubota diesel engine delivers high system pressure while completely eliminating diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration cycles and filter swaps.

Kubota mini excavator operator area and controls
Stability Meets Versatility Built for attachment work and confident lifting.
Fair Comparison
The Best Fit Goes Beyond One Spec.
Think long-term ROI
A Balanced Perspective

The John Deere 35P Is Capable. Kubota Brings a Different Kind of Value.

To give credit where it's due, the John Deere 35P is a capable 3.5-ton machine with a responsive hydraulic feel and respectable digging force. However, for contractors and landowners looking for a slightly heavier, rock-solid digging footprint, built-in hydraulic versatility, and long-term diesel engine simplicity, our team routinely sees operators place their trust in the U35-4.

U35
Feel the Difference

Test Drive the U35 at Our Shop

Specs on paper are a great starting point, but sitting in the operator seat tells the real story. Stop by our service yard, grab a cold drink, and test the joystick controls on a fresh Kubota U35 to see how it feels for yourself. Our team is always here to help you select the exact iron you need.

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Kubota U35-4 mini excavator available for test drive
24.8 HP Engine
6,091 lbs Breakout Force
8,466 lbs Cab Weight