Head to head
Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 59kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,760kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 59kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX145W-6 is the bigger machine by 6,760kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | 63.2PS |
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX145W-6 if...
- you want one that has 59kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,760kg
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 59kW more power and is the bigger machine by 6,760kg. The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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