Kubota

Kubota has launched its 09-series large displacement engine to a European audience. Badged the V5009, the four-cylinder 5 litre diesel engine boasts a peak output of 157.3kW from its compact dimensions, and is part of an engine strategy that will see the Japanese maker provide customer solutions in the 150kW category. Kubota’s V5009 engine is expected to meet forthcoming EU Stage V emissions from its adoption of DOC, DPF and SCR processes within its exhaust after-treatment package. The V5009 engine is

Moving from EU stage IIIa emissions to meet forthcoming EU stage V, Kubota Europe has overhauled its 1.5 litre V1505 four-cylinder diesel engine. While engine architecture and footprint remains unchanged and will suit existing OEM customers, this evolutionary engine development sees the introduction of high-pressure common rail fuel injection, along with a DOC and DPF exhaust after-treatment solution. “The V1505 has been an extremely popular power unit among OEMs, and going forward, we want to continue to

Available to operate on gasoline, LPG and natural gas fuel sources, Kubota Europe’s three-cylinder WG1903 engine is offered as an alternative power unit to the firm’s diesel-fuelled D1803 three-cylinder engine. “We see some inner city and urban legislation pushing OEM customers towards a different fuel source as an alternative to the 1.8 litre Kubota D1803,” said Daniel Grant, marketing manager of Kubota Europe’s engine division. “The WG1903 is that solution, and has been engineered with the same footprint

Kubota has invested nearly €1.4 million to enhance operational performance and standards at its UK headquarters in Thame, England. The investment includes expanding its office and meeting room space and completed groundworks resurfacing for better traffic flow around the site. Also included has been refurbishment to its Training Academy and Research & Development Centre. Other improvements include installation of a cantilever racking system to streamline inventory processes and to hold more stock to maint

Kubota is unveiling its new 09 large displacement series which includes the 5litre V5009 model at. It has been developed to comply with more stringent emissions standards in the United States, the EU and Japan with the intention of positioning its engine brand as the primary power source under 75kW throughout Europe. In addition, Kubota has decided to expand the line-up to the 150kW class. Under the new standards all industrial machinery manufacturers are now required to build their machines with emission

Kubota is launching its WG1903 gas engine specifically designed for use with liquefied petroleum gas, petrol, natural gas and dual fuel capability. The newly created 1.9litre, three cylinder model will be available from next year. Daniel Grant marketing manager for Kubota BU Engine Europe, said: “With so many OEMs looking at solutions that are Stage V compliant ahead of 2019, Kubota is answering a wide variety of client needs. The new WG1903 is just one of those solutions.”

Manitou is now offering its MT420H Buggy telehandler, a compact model. The machine shares many features with the existing MT625 but is built on a smaller scale and features a tighter turning circle, with a width of just 1.49m and a height of 1.9m when its high visibility beacon is fitted.

Kubota is establishing a European headquarters at Nieuw-Vennep in the Netherlands. This move comes as the Japanese compact machine specialist says it wishes to further develop its presence in the European market. Called Kubota Holdings Europe, the new business will be 100% owned by the Kubota Corporation. Kubota established its first European business 43 years ago and this latest development is intended to help coordinate and grow its activities further.

The plant hire sector saw Kobelco expand in Eastern Europe and Kubota raise its UK partnership to a global level. Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe (KCME) has added Kotech in Slovenia as an authorised dealer for the Balkans. Kotech specialises in the sale and service of compact and heavy crawler excavators in Slovenia’s earthmoving, demolition, quarrying and forestry industries. The dealer offers a full service, including rental, repair and maintenance of excavators. Kotech recently sold an SK85MSR to S

The plant hire sector saw Kobelco expand in Eastern Europe and Kubota raise its UK partnership to a global level. Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe (KCME) has added Kotech in Slovenia as an authorised dealer for the Balkans. Kotech specialises in the sale and service of compact and heavy crawler excavators in Slovenia’s earthmoving, demolition, quarrying and forestry industries. The dealer offers a full service, including rental, repair and maintenance of excavators. Kotech recently sold an SK85MSR to S