Head to head
JCB 19C-1 vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,330kg and has 35kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,330kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 35kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 19C-1 | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1910 kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 63.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2.81 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.81 m | - |
Sources: JCB 19C-1, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 19C-1 if...
A small, easily towed digger for hire fleets and groundworkers on domestic extensions, drainage runs and service trenches. Suits jobs where a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full 19C-1 specifications →Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,330kg
- you want one that has 35kW more power
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
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 19C-1 and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,330kg and has 35kW more power. The JCB 19C-1 is a 2 tonne class conventional-tailswing mini excavator; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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