U20-3αKubota U20-3α
Also listed as U20-3a, U20-3 alpha
2,180 – 2,380 kg4,806 lb – 5,247 lbMachine weight
Kubota D1105-E4DieselEngine
13.5 kW18.1 hpEngine power
2,540 mm8 ft 4 inDig depth
1,300 – 1,500 mm4 ft 3 in – 4 ft 11 inWidth
4,260 mm14 ft 0 inReach
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About the U20-3α
UK manufacturer configuration table lists 13.5 kW / 19 hp. Its headline incorrectly labels 19 as kW; the detailed table is used here. Machine weights are 2,180–2,380 kg by configuration.
Fix a problem 6
Cranks but won't startFuel filter, glow plugs, safety lever
Hydraulics slow or weakFluid, filters, relief valve
Cold-weather startingBattery, fuel gelling, warm-up
Tracks keep coming offTension, idlers, sprockets
Upper won't swing or clunksSwing motor bolts, gear, grease
Jerky or twitchy controlsThrottle, springs, flow controls
All troubleshootingSpecifications
- Machine weight
- 2,180 – 2,380 kg (4,806 lb – 5,247 lb)
- Engine model
- Kubota D1105-E4-BH
- Rated power
- 13.5 kW (18.1 hp)
- Max digging depth
- 2,540 mm (8 ft 4 in)
- Overall width
- 1,300 – 1,500 mm (4 ft 3 in – 4 ft 11 in)
- Max digging reach
- 4,260 mm (14 ft 0 in)
Mods for the U20-3α
All modsOperator cooling fanAdd a 12 V fan to move engine heat and fumes away from the seat.Fuel tank relocation & extra capacityMove a hard-to-reach tank or add capacity so you refuel less often.ThumbAdd a mechanical or hydraulic thumb to pick up rocks, logs and debris.Quick hitchSwap buckets and attachments in minutes instead of driving pins.Seat upgradeSwap the thin factory seat for a padded or suspension seat with a lap belt.LED work lightsAdd work lights for early starts, late finishes and dark sheds.
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