2015 Kubota U35-4 Compact Excavator - Orange - 1,713 Hours - Diesel, Hydraulic Thumb
Overview
The Kubota U35-4 is a purpose-built compact excavator engineered for precision earthmoving, site preparation, and utility work across residential, commercial, and light industrial applications. This 3.5-tonne class machine delivers the manoeuvrability of a mini-excavator with genuine digging power, making it the workhorse choice for contractors, landscapers, and hire operators who need reliability without the footprint of larger equipment. The U35-4 platform has proven itself across thousands of Australian job sites, valued for its fuel efficiency, low operating costs, and ability to access confined spaces where full-size excavators cannot operate.
This example presents as a well-maintained working machine. The orange Kubota factory paint is clean across the boom, arm, and undercarriage, with the expected patina of active site use. The cab is intact with functional glazing and operational controls. The hydraulic thumb attachment is present and functional, significantly expanding the machine's versatility for material handling and fine grading tasks. The rubber tracks show wear consistent with 1,713 operating hours but remain serviceable. Engine bay access is clear, with visible fluid levels and no obvious leaks. The machine has been regularly serviced as evidenced by the maintenance tags visible on the frame. This is a genuine working excavator, not a showroom piece, but one that has been looked after and remains operationally sound.
At the compact excavator price point, the U35-4 represents solid value for contractors stepping up from mini-excavators or operators seeking a second machine for fleet expansion. This unit's inclusion of the hydraulic thumb adds material utility value.
Features
* 3.5-tonne operating weight, compact footprint suitable for residential and confined-space work
* Kubota diesel engine, proven reliability and fuel economy
* Hydraulic thumb attachment for material handling and precision grading
* Rubber track undercarriage, low ground pressure, minimal site damage
* Fully functional cab with operational controls and visibility
* Swing boom with smooth hydraulic actuation
* Bucket and thumb configuration visible and operational
* Service records and maintenance tags present on frame
* 1,713 operating hours, mid-life machine with serviceable components
* Factory orange Kubota livery, clean and identifiable
Condition Notes
* Rubber tracks show wear consistent with operating hours; replacement should be budgeted as part of ongoing maintenance
* Paint exhibits light surface oxidation and minor site wear; structurally sound with no evidence of corrosion or panel damage
* Hydraulic hoses show normal service wear; no visible leaks observed
* Cab glazing intact; minor dust and operational debris present
* Undercarriage and boom structure sound with no visible cracks or stress fractures
Specifications
Year: 2015
Make: Kubota
Model: U35-4
Body Type: Compact Excavator
Engine: Kubota Diesel
Operating Weight: 3.5 tonnes
Odometer: 1,713 hours
Colour: Orange
Attachments: Hydraulic Thumb, Standard Bucket
Undercarriage: Rubber Tracks
Steering: Right hand drive (cab mounted)
VIN: JKUU0354L01H13767
(Key # unknown)
Lloyds stock #582231+1
Location of item: 4-10 Keon Parade, Thomastown, VIC, Australia
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