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Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Kubota KX080-4a

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 5,860kg and has 28kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

ZX130LCN-7
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
Kubota KX080-4a
Kubota KX080-4a - image: kubota-eu.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7Kubota KX080-4a
Operating weight14,100 - 16,300kg8240kg
Engine power74kW63.2PS
Dig depth5,310 - 5,800mm-

Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,860kg
  • you want one that has 28kW more power

Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.

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Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...

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.

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Full KX080-4a specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Kubota KX080-4a?

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 5,860kg and has 28kW more power. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.

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