Rubber tracks for the Kubota U17 and U17-3 mini excavator, size 230 x 48 x 70 — built to OEM spec, priced to beat the dealer. The U17-3 is one of the most popular 1.7-tonne zero-tail-swing diggers on UK and US sites, and a worn set of tracks puts it out of action fast. RivalParts matches the exact size and gets you back working without the Kubota dealer markup.
Kubota U17 / U17-3 rubber track size
| Machine | Track size (W x P x L) | Also written as | Tread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kubota U17 / U17-3 | 230 x 48 x 70 | 230 x 96 x 35 | C-lug (block) |
That’s 230mm wide, a 48mm pitch and 70 links. Some suppliers list the identical track as 230 x 96 x 35 — same loop, the pitch and link count just expressed differently (48 × 70 and 96 × 35 give the same circumference). Either way it’s the same track and it’ll fit your U17.
Tread options
- C-lug / block tread — the standard fit. Smooth on hard ground and tarmac, low vibration, the right choice for most U17 work.
- Multi-bar tread — aggressive bars for mud and soft ground where a C-lug slips. Ask if you work consistently wet sites.
How to confirm your size before ordering
The size is usually stamped on the inside face of the existing track. If it’s worn off, count the drive links all the way round (you should get 70) and measure the width across the ground face (230mm). Confirm those two and you’re ordering the right set. Still unsure? Send us the machine serial and we’ll cross-reference it.
For the full guide on reading and measuring track sizes, tread patterns and OEM-vs-aftermarket, see our rubber tracks for mini excavators & track loaders hub.
Get a price on Kubota U17 tracks
Tell us your machine and we’ll match the correct 230 x 48 x 70 rubber tracks and quote you a competitive price. We supply plant hire fleets, groundworkers and owner-operators across the UK and USA. No-nonsense pricing, fast dispatch, parts that fit.
Frequently asked questions
What size rubber tracks fit a Kubota U17-3?
The Kubota U17 and U17-3 take a 230 x 48 x 70 rubber track (also written 230 x 96 x 35). That’s 230mm wide, 48mm pitch, 70 links.
Is the U17 the same track as the U17-3?
Yes — both the U17 and the updated U17-3 run the same 230 x 48 x 70 rubber track.
Are aftermarket Kubota tracks as good as OEM?
A quality aftermarket track is built to the same dimensional spec and the same steel-corded reinforced rubber construction as the Kubota OEM track, so it fits and wears the same for a lot less money.