Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Kubota KX027-4
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 17cm deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX027-4 digs 17cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Kubota KX027-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 2740mm |
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | - |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | - |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
| Width | - | 1400mm |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Kubota KX027-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
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 KX027-4 if...
- you want one that digs 17cm deeper
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 2740mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Kubota KX027-4?
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 17cm deeper. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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