Kubota announce a brand new 14 ton zero-tail swing excavator and showcasing at Bauma.
At BTE Plant Sales, we’re always looking for ways to bring our customers the best in construction equipment — and the latest announcement from Kubota is a game-changer.
Kubota has entered into an OEM supply agreement with Sumitomo Construction Machinery to introduce a 14 ton excavator, purpose-built for the European market. The new model, the Kubota U145, will be officially unveiled at Bauma 2025 in Munich this week, (April 7th-13th).
What This Means for BTE Customers
Until now, Kubota has been the go-to brand for compact machines, especially in the sub-6 ton mini excavator class, where it holds a leading global market share. At BTE, we’ve proudly offered Kubota’s compact range to contractors working on construction sites and in tight urban spaces.
But many of our customers have asked:
“What about something bigger?”
That’s why this announcement is so important.
The new 14 ton U145 allows Kubota — and BTE as your trusted dealer — to offer a larger, more powerful machine without compromising on the compact, user-friendly design Kubota is known for. As it is built by Sumitomo, a respected name in hydraulic excavators, you can still expect outstanding fuel efficiency, smooth control, and reliability.
Why It’s a Perfect Fit
Whether you’re working on civil engineering projects, urban infrastructure, or road construction, the U145 delivers the power and reach you need while maintaining a zero-tail swing design for ease of use on tighter sites. With a chassis weight of 14.5 to 15.2 tonnes and a rated output of 76.4kW, it bridges the gap between compact and heavy-duty. What's more, this 14 ton can come with a dozer blade - unique for an excavator of this size - giving you extra stability when needed.
For our customers, this opens up exciting new possibilities:
- You can stick with the Kubota brand you know and trust, even as your projects grow in scale.
- You gain access to a larger machine without sacrificing compact performance.
- You’ll enjoy the same BTE service, support, and parts backup you’ve always counted on.
Looking Ahead
As a key UK dealer for Kubota, BTE Plant Sales will be ready to supply the U145 as soon as it becomes available. Our team is already preparing to support this addition — from operator training and servicing, to finance options and parts.
If you’d like to register your interest in the new Kubota U145 or discuss how it could support your fleet, fill in the form below and you will be one of the first to hear more!