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Mini excavator rental guide

What the Kubota U27-4 fits, what it costs, and how to plan the job.

Book it

Free pickup in Pierce County; exact location sent after booking. Delivery is $200 each way; your job-site address is checked at checkout.

Size and reach

Overall width4 ft 11 in
Max. digging depth9 ft 5 in
Max. dumping height10 ft 0 in
Operating weight (canopy)5,688 lb
Engine20.8 HP gross
Tail swingTight tail swing

Manufacturer figures for the Kubota U27-4 (canopy, rubber tracks) from the Kubota U27-4 brochure (PDF). Kubota may change specifications without notice.

Plan the job

Questions

How much does it cost to rent the mini excavator?

$335 a day, $490 a weekend, $1,050 a week or $2,500 for 4 weeks, plus WA sales tax and the 1.25% heavy equipment rental tax where it applies. Your exact total shows at checkout.

Will it fit through my gate?

Kubota lists the U27-4's overall width as 4 ft 11 in. Measure your narrowest opening, including posts and hinges, before you book.

Can you deliver it?

Yes. Delivery is $200 each way; your job-site address is checked at checkout. Or choose pickup: Free pickup in Pierce County; exact location sent after booking.

What should I rent with it?

Most digs make spoil. The 7x14 dump trailer ($155 a day) hauls dirt and rock away or brings gravel in.

Do I need a permit to dig?

It depends on the city and the amount of earth you move. Our area pages link each city's grading rules. Always request a free utility locate through 811 before you dig.

How do I book?

Pick your dates on the excavator page, check out and e-sign online. Confirmation comes by email.