Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Kubota KX015-4
The JCB 16C-1 has 2kW more power and digs 32cm (1ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 16C-1 has 2kW more power.
- Dig depth: the JCB 16C-1 digs 32cm (1ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Kubota KX015-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | up to 1470kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 9.6kW (13hp) |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 2250mm |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
| Width | - | 990mm |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Kubota KX015-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
- you want one that has 2kW more power
- you want one that digs 32cm (1ft) deeper
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Buy or hire the KX015-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,470kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Kubota KX015-4?
The JCB 16C-1 has 2kW more power and digs 32cm (1ft) deeper. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Kubota KX015-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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