Kubota Announce New Compact Excavators
BY AsphaltPro Staff

Kubota Tractor Corporation, Grapevine, Texas, announced two new compact excavators and a new hydraulic quick coupler available at dealerships this quarter and plans for another excavator this summer. The introduction of the new KX057-5 and the U55-5 lead the company’s construction equipment product introductions in 2021, both models offer various upgrades from their previous (-4) units. The company also launched a new quick coupler for its 3-4 ton excavator class. The new KX057-5, U55-5 and quick coupler will be available at Kubota dealerships starting March 2021.
The company also unveiled the newest member of its compact track loader line with the SVL97-2. The new SVL97-2 will replace the popular SVL95-2s and is now available at Kubota dealerships. It boasts a 96-horsepower engine with a rated operating capacity of 3,200 pounds. It has 7,961 pounds of breakout force and a 3.4-foot reach at max height.