Head to head
Avant 640 vs Kubota K008-5
The Avant 640 has 20kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 20kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 7.6kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 975kg |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
Sources: Avant 640, Kubota K008-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 20kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Avant 640 has 20kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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