Head to head
Bobcat E17z vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,528kg and has 36kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,528kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 36kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E17z | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1712kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 63.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2230mm | - |
| Breakout force | 11.92kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E17z, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E17z if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,712kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2230mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
Full E17z specifications →Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,528kg
- you want one that has 36kW more power
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E17z and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,528kg and has 36kW more power. The Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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