Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Kubota KX030-4
The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,041kg and has 6kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,041kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX030-4 has 6kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX030-4 digs 30cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 2790 kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 17.7 kw |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 2870 mm |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
| Width | - | 1500 mm |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Kubota KX030-4. 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 KX030-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,041kg
- you want one that has 6kW more power
- you want one that digs 30cm deeper
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Kubota KX030-4?
The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,041kg and has 6kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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