Kubota B26 Backhoe loaders tech specs
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Attachments [2]
2007-2026
2.53 m Backhoe digging depth
590.12 kg Lifting capacity
18.12 kw Net power
1,814 kg Operating weight
Makana rating
Owner rating
Market average
AED 110,000Starting from
AED 70,000Kubota B26 Technical specifications
General
Backhoe digging depth
2.53 m
Backhoe dump height
1.95 m
Lifting capacity
590.12 kg
Max speed forward
17.86 kph
Operating weight
1,814 kg
Loader
Breakout force
1062.77 kg
Engine
Net power
18.12 kw
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Kubota B26 expert review
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Reviewed by Adrien E. on March 9, 2026 Overview
The Kubota B26 (2007–2026) is a compact tractor-loader-backhoe designed for landscaping and maintenance tasks. It produces 18.12 kilowatt net engine power and operates on a lightweight 1,814 kg platform.
Expert rating: 5 stars
Pros
Lightweight design and excellent maneuverability for landscaping work.
Cons
Lower digging and lifting capability compared with full-size backhoes.
Performance & Efficiency
The 18.12 kilowatt diesel engine provides reliable power for trenching and light excavation tasks, while the compact design allows easy transport between small worksites.
In Comparison
Cat 450: Larger machine designed for heavy construction tasks.
Terex 860: Mid-size backhoe with stronger digging capacity.
Kubota B26: Compact solution optimized for maneuverability.
Final Verdict
Rated 5 stars, the Kubota B26 provides reliable compact backhoe performance within the AED 70,000–110,000 range.
Kubota B26 owner rating
Kubota B26 Backhoe loaders [2007-2026]
2007-2026
Overall rating
Based on 3 ratings
4.7
performance
4.7
comfort
4.3
fuel efficiency
4.7
safety
4.5
features
4.3
5 stars
67 %
4 stars
33 %
3 stars
0 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
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Highlight differences
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Backhoe digging depth
Backhoe digging depth 2.53 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.45 m
Backhoe digging depth 5.27 m
Backhoe dump height
Backhoe dump height 1.95 m
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe dump height 4.45 m
Lifting capacity
Lifting capacity 590.12 kg
Lifting capacity -
Lifting capacity 3,570.23 kg
Max speed forward
Max speed forward 17.86 kph
Max speed forward 41.04 kph
Max speed forward 40.23 kph
Operating weight
Operating weight 1,814 kg
Operating weight 7,514 kg
Operating weight 12,299 kg
Bucket capacity
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity 1.22 cu m
Bucket capacity 1.38 cu m
Bucket digging force
Bucket digging force -
Bucket digging force 5,260.05 kg
Bucket digging force 8,049.46 kg
Bucket width
Bucket width -
Bucket width 238 cm
Bucket width 243 cm
Displacement
Displacement -
Displacement 4,408.13 cu cm
Displacement 4,391.74 cu cm
Engine model
Engine model -
Engine model 1104C-44T
Engine model C4.4
Loader dump height
Loader dump height -
Loader dump height 2.68 m
Loader dump height 2.65 m
Loader dump reach
Loader dump reach -
Loader dump reach 0.67 m
Loader dump reach 0.82 m
Max torque
Max torque -
Max torque 413.52 Nm
Max torque 515.2 Nm
Operating voltage
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Transmission type
Transmission type -
Transmission type full powershift
Transmission type Ackerman
Turning radius
Turning radius -
Turning radius 3.96 m
Turning radius 8.11 m
Wheelbase
Wheelbase -
Wheelbase 2.13 m
Wheelbase 2.23 m
Years
Years 2007-2026
Years 2001-2013
Years 2007-2025
Market Average
Market Average AED 110,000
Market Average AED 141,000
Market Average AED 661,000
Price
Price AED 70,000
Price AED 122,000
Price AED 177,000
Breakout force
Breakout force 1,062.77 kg
Breakout force 5,575.11 kg
Breakout force 5,159.62 kg
Loader digging depth
Loader digging depth -
Loader digging depth 12.45 cm
Loader digging depth 15.24 cm
Net power
Net power 18.12 kw
Net power 70.1 kw
Net power 93.21 kw
Alternator supplied amperage
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage 75 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage -
Gross power
Gross power -
Gross power 74.57 kw
Gross power 102.16 kw
Number of cylinders
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Power measured @
Power measured @ -
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ -
Torque measured @
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm
Torque measured @ -
Bore
Bore -
Bore -
Bore 10.67 cm
Stroke
Stroke -
Stroke -
Stroke 12.7 cm
Torque rise
Torque rise -
Torque rise -
Torque rise 0.28 %
Backhoe reach from swivel
Backhoe reach from swivel -
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.73 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.71 m
Bucket rotation
Bucket rotation -
Bucket rotation -
Bucket rotation 198 º
Cooling fluid cap
Cooling fluid cap -
Cooling fluid cap 16.28 liter
Cooling fluid cap 25.74 liter
Front axle fluid capacity
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity 12.87 liter
Front axle fluid capacity 10.98 liter
Fuel cap
Fuel cap -
Fuel cap 130.2 liter
Fuel cap 145.34 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap
Hydraulic fluid cap -
Hydraulic fluid cap 143.07 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 100.3 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity 17.79 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity 18.93 liter
Transmission fluid cap
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap 23.09 liter
Transmission fluid cap 21.2 liter
Engine oil cap
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap 8.71 liter
Engine oil cap 8.33 liter
Extended backhoe digging depth
Extended backhoe digging depth -
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.79 m
Extended backhoe digging depth 6.49 m
Extended backhoe dump height
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump height 4.57 m
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump reach
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe dump reach 2.93 m
Extended backhoe dump reach 3.11 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel
Extended backhoe reach from swivel -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.04 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.89 m
Brake system
Brake system -
Brake system -
Brake system Boosted, outboard, oil-immersed, multidisc
Cab ROPS
Cab ROPS -
Cab ROPS -
Cab ROPS SAE J1040 May 1994/ISO 3741 1994
Cab sound
Cab sound -
Cab sound -
Cab sound ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is 83 dB (A)
Exterior sound
Exterior sound -
Exterior sound -
Exterior sound SAE J88 APR95 is 79 dB (A)
Front tires size (2WD)
Front tires size (2WD) -
Front tires size (2WD) 16/70x20
Front tires size (2WD) 15-19.5 12PR
Rear tires size
Rear tires size -
Rear tires size 18.4x26
Rear tires size 21L-24 R4 18PR
Ground clearance
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance 0.46 m
Ground clearance -
Height - top of cab
Height - top of cab -
Height - top of cab 2.77 m
Height - top of cab 2.9 m
Overall Length
Overall Length -
Overall Length 7.35 m
Overall Length 7.92 m
Overall Width
Overall Width -
Overall Width 2.32 m
Overall Width 2.44 m
Max speed reverse
Max speed reverse -
Max speed reverse 41.2 kph
Max speed reverse 27.36 kph
Number of forward gears
Number of forward gears -
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 5
Number of reverse gears
Number of reverse gears -
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 3
Pump flow cap
Pump flow cap -
Pump flow cap 160.11 lpm
Pump flow cap 194.17 lpm
Pump type
Pump type -
Pump type Tandem gear
Pump type -
Relief valve pressure
Relief valve pressure -
Relief valve pressure 224.08 bar
Relief valve pressure 262 bar
Circuit type
Circuit type -
Circuit type -
Circuit type Closed center, load sensing
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