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2023 Kubota U Series U48-5

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2023 Kubota U Series U48-5

When the going gets tough, it’s the Kubota U48-5 that gets tougher.

Features may include:
  • NEW - 7" LCD Color Display with jog dial (Standard)
  • NEW Keyless Start - start the excavator without the use of a manual key; no more losing or can't find your keys; excavator will store up to (10) user passcodes to start the machine; anti theft tool (Dealer -Option)
  • Rearview Camera - factory ready; dealer installed option; engage the rearview camera by pressing the 'camera' button on the right hand side key pad; screen will split with machine information on top and a clear view behind the excavator
  • Automatic One Way Flow Hydraulic Return Line (3rd Line) - on the (-4) excavators the 3rd return line is engaged manually on the right side valve bank; the new feature is electronic and engaged through the display
  • Dual Adjustable Seat & Console - allows the operator to find the perfect operating position in the cab
  • LED Working Lights - standard feature; changed from Halogen lights to LED
  • Improved AC System - improved from (5) air vents to, now, (7) air vents for quick cool down or heat defrost
CLEAN RUNNING KUBOTA TIER 4 ENGINE

Kubota excavators are all powered by Kubota Tier 4 emission engines. The modern engine design maximizes digging and lifting performance, delivers minimized noise and vibration and meets the latest engine emission regulation.

TWO SPEED TRAVEL

All Kubota excavators have a two speed drive that allows for efficient machine maneuverability and backfill operations.

CHANGEABLE CONTROL PATTERN

Convenient Two-pattern Selection System (TPSS) allows you to change between ISO and SAE operating patterns with a quick flip of the TPSS switch – without tools or leaving your seat.

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
  • A spacious operator station designed for greater comfort, with a fully flat floor for more legroom
  • Digital panel with easy access, simple settings and easy-to-read indicators and alerts
  • Easy cab entry and exit
  • Easy-open front slide window
  • Wrist rest
  • Cup holder
SERVICEABILITY
  • Front pin bushings to help maximize durability
  • Centralized swivel bearing lubrication
  • Protected cylinder hoses
  • Steel hood panels
  • One-sided engine maintenance
  • Wide hood openings for easy access to engine and other vital components
AUXILIARY
  • Proportional flow control of auxiliary circuit (AUX1) and maximum oil flow setting – you can operate a larger variety of auxiliary attachments than ever before
  • Proportional AUX flow switch – a convenient bi-directional switch enables easy operation of hydraulic thumbs and other hydraulic attachments such as augers and breakers

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Highlights

  • West Chicago IL,
  • 2023
  • Kubota
  • U Series U48-5
  • Model: D1803-CR-TE5-BH3 / D1803-CR-TE5-BH4
  • Available
  • Shoe - Rubber / Steel: 15.7" in (400 mm) / 15.7" in (400 mm) | Blade Dimensions: 6' ft. 5" in. (1960 mm)
  • Blade Dimensions: 1' ft. 4" in. (410 mm)
  • Specifications

    • 2023
    • Kubota
    • U Series
    • U48-5
    • Compact
    • Model: D1803-CR-TE5-BH3 / D1803-CR-TE5-BH4
    • Output (SAE J1995 gross): 40.4 hp (30.1 kW) | Output (SAE J1349 net): 38.9 hp (29.0 kW) / 38.5 hp (28.7 kW)
    • @ 2200 rpm
    • 111.4 cu. in. (1826 cc)
    • Max. breakout force - Bucket / Arm: 9304 lbs. (4220 kgf) / 5304 lbs. (2406 kgf) | Max. traction force - Low: 11993 lbs. (5440 kgf)
    • Travel Low: 1.7 mph (2.8 km/h) / High: 3.0 mph (4.9 km/h) | Unit swing: 9.2 rpm
    • 31.4 gpm (118.8 l/min)
    • Auxiliary - AUX1 / AUX2: 17.2 gpm (65.0 l/min) / 9.8 gpm (37 l/min)
    • contact - Rubber Canopy / Cab: 4.0 psi (0.28 4 kgf/cm2) / 4.1 psi (0.289 kgf/cm2) | Steel Canopy / Cab: 4.1 psi (0.290 kgf/cm2) / 4.2 psi (0.295 kgf/cm2)
    • Tumbler distance: 6' ft. 6" in. (1990 mm) | Boom swing angle - Left: 70° / Right: 53° | Max. lift above ground: 1'5" in. (440 mm) | Max. drop below ground: 1'4" in (405 mm)
    • 17' ft 7" in (5355 mm)
    • 8' ft 4" in (2550 mm)
    • 6' ft 5" in (1960 mm)
    • Min: 12" in (310 mm)
    • Crawler: 8' ft 2" in (2500)
    • Shoe - Rubber / Steel: 15.7" in (400 mm) / 15.7" in (400 mm) | Blade Dimensions: 6' ft. 5" in. (1960 mm)
    • Blade Dimensions: 1' ft. 4" in. (410 mm)
    • Oil Reservoir / System: 10.6 gal (40 l) / 20.1 gal (76 l)
    • reservoir: 17.4 gal (66.0 l)
    • Operating - Rubber Canopy / Cab: 10848 lbs. (4920 kgf) / 11057 lbs. (5015 kgf) / Steel Canopy / Cab: 11134 lbs. (5050 kgf) / 11342 lbs. (5145 kgf)
    • Type of ROPS / FOPS: Canopy / Cab
    • Rubber / Steel