When it comes to rental equipment, engine reliability is everything. A unit sitting idle in a maintenance bay or on the lot generates zero return – so performance, uptime and versatility are critical. That’s why today’s most successful rental operations choose engines built to withstand rugged use, offer streamlined service, and power a wide variety of machines.
Kubota engines continue to meet and exceed those expectations, delivering consistent performance, long-term durability and exceptional support. For the modern rental fleet, it’s the combination that keeps machines in the field and revenue flowing.
Engines Built for Rental Support
Rental equipment has a tough job. Machines are constantly on the move, often operating in dirty, unpredictable conditions. And no matter what they’re powering – from utility carts to industrial pumps – they need to perform flawlessly, job after job.
Kubota engines are engineered with these realities in mind. With options ranging from 4.5 to 300 HP engines, Kubota offers one of the most comprehensive engine lineups on the market. Our diesel and spark-ignited engines power everything from LED light towers and sweepers to excavators and forklifts, helping rental centers simplify their fleet and drive efficiency across applications.
Standardizing on Kubota engines also helps rental centers:
- Reduce service complexity
- Minimize training time for technicians
- Improve parts availability
- Support a wider range of applications with fewer engine variants
Kubota Engines: Versatile. Durable. Proven.
Our product range includes proven platforms tailored for rental-ready performance:
- Z482-E4BG Super Mini Series: Compact, 1800 rpm water-cooled diesel engine – ideal for generators, welders and small light towers. Offers best-in-class durability and frequency regulation with no drop across the full power range.
- 05 Series: Perfect for mobile generators, pumps, turf equipment and mid-size aerial work platforms. Balances power and compact size.
- 03, 07 and V3 Series: Commonly found in high-demand machines such as air compressors, pavers, woodchippers, forklifts and sweepers – built for versatility in heavy daily use.
- WG Series (Spark-Ignited): Gas-powered engines designed for forklifts, turf equipment, and other indoor or low-emission operations. Quiet, low-vibration, and compliant with EPA and CARB standards. The WG Series shares a common design platform with Kubota diesels, making cross-platform servicing easier.
With emissions regulations tightening globally, Kubota engines are built not just for performance, but for compliance and sustainability.
More Than an Engine – A Partner for Rental Success
A great engine is only part of the equation. Rental-ready support is the other.
Kubota’s world-class support network includes:
- More than 900+ authorized service centers across North America
- Factory-backed warranties
- Simplified diagnostics and service routines
- Technical training for in-house service crews
And with the Kubota Engine Service App, rental centers can instantly access maintenance schedules, parts catalogs, operator manuals and dealer contacts – streamlining workflow and improving uptime.
Ready To Rent. Ready To Work.
Rental is demanding. Equipment is expected to deliver every day, in every condition. That’s why Kubota engines are trusted by rental centers across North America – they bring the durability, performance and support needed to power through.
With a century of engineering innovation and a reputation for rock-solid reliability, Kubota engines help reduce downtime, control ownership costs and improve fleet ROI.
When your equipment is powered by Kubota, it’s ready to rent.