Kubota has officially revealed the new KW095 wheeled excavator, a machine designed to strengthen the manufacturer’s position in the highly competitive 10 to 12 tonne construction equipment segment. The new model will make its public debut at Hillhead 2026, where visitors will be able to see the excavator firsthand at Kubota’s M1 stand.
From a technical perspective, the KW095 is one of the most ambitious wheeled excavators Kubota has introduced in recent years. Rather than focusing solely on raw digging performance, the company has placed equal emphasis on operator comfort, digital controls, safety systems, and operating efficiency.
Key Specs
The new Kubota KW095 offers:
| Specification | Kubota KW095 |
|---|---|
| Machine weight | 9,900 to 11,500 kg |
| Engine power | 55 kW / 75 hp standard, 80 kW / 109 hp optional |
| Maximum digging depth | 4,200 mm |
| Maximum reach | 7,300 mm |
| Maximum hydraulic flow | 194 l/min at 1,800 rpm working, 237 l/min at 2,200 rpm traveling |
| Maximum working pressure | 350 bar |
| Digging force | 44 kN arm / 63 kN bucket |
| Overall width | 2,350 mm |
| Overall height | 3,000 mm |
| Transport length | 7,150 mm |
| Maximum speed | 20 km/h standard, 30 or 37 km/h optional |
Load Sensing Hydraulics
One of the most notable features is Kubota’s load sensing hydraulic system. Instead of constantly delivering maximum hydraulic output, the system automatically adjusts flow and pressure according to demand.
This approach reduces fuel consumption while maintaining precise machine control. Operators can select between Sensitive, ECO, Power, and Power Plus modes depending on job requirements.
With hydraulic flow reaching 194 l/min during operation and working pressures up to 350 bar, the KW095 should comfortably handle demanding attachments, including hydraulic quick couplers, grabs, and tiltrotator systems.
New Digital Cab Concept
Kubota has also introduced a completely modernized operator environment.
The cab features a 10 inch primary display paired with a 3.5 inch secondary screen, creating a dashboard layout more commonly associated with premium excavators from larger machine classes.
Additional comfort features include:
- Air suspended seat with heating.
- Optional premium climate controlled seat.
- Pneumatic lumbar support.
- Standard air conditioning.
- Infinity windshield design.
- Large glazed surfaces for visibility.
- Integrated rear and side cameras.
For contractors operating long shifts in urban construction environments, these improvements could have a greater impact on productivity than incremental gains in digging force alone.
Safety Features Standard
Safety equipment has become a major differentiator in the wheeled excavator market, and Kubota appears to have taken a proactive approach.
Standard equipment includes:
- ROPS certified cab.
- Pipe rupture protection.
- Overload warning system.
- LED work lighting.
- Rear and side camera systems.
Optional load holding valves and reinforced dozer blade cylinder protection provide additional safeguards while helping reduce maintenance costs over the machine’s service life.
Industry Perspective
What makes the KW095 particularly interesting is Kubota’s decision to position the machine as a premium productivity platform rather than simply a compact wheeled excavator.
The combination of load sensing hydraulics, advanced display technology, extensive camera coverage, optional all wheel steering, and a high specification operator environment suggests Kubota is targeting contractors who traditionally look at larger European wheeled excavators.
The optional 109 hp engine variant is especially noteworthy. While many machines in this weight category remain below 100 hp, Kubota is clearly preparing the KW095 for attachment intensive applications where additional hydraulic and travel performance can translate directly into higher productivity.
If the machine delivers the expected fuel efficiency and reliability associated with Kubota engines, it could become one of the more attractive options in the mid size wheeled excavator segment.
About Kubota
Kubota was founded in 1890 and is one of the world’s largest producers of compact construction equipment, agricultural machinery, diesel engines, and industrial equipment. The company operates in more than 120 countries and regions worldwide and generates annual revenue exceeding $20 billion. Kubota is particularly well known for its excavators, compact tractors, utility vehicles, and diesel engine technologies used across construction, agriculture, and industrial markets.
Event Details
The new KW095 wheeled excavator will be showcased at the Hillhead 2026 exhibition:
- Event: Hillhead 2026.
- Date: June 23 to June 25, 2026.
- Location: Hillhead Quarry, Buxton, UK.
- Kubota Stand: M1.
Visitors attending the show will have their first opportunity to evaluate the new excavator and see how Kubota intends to compete in the next generation wheeled excavator market.
