Head to head
JCB 3CX Compact vs Kubota K008-5
The JCB 3CX Compact has 47kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,095kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 3CX Compact has 47kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 5,095kg.
- Dig depth: the JCB 3CX Compact digs 3.28m (11ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3CX Compact | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6070 kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 5 m | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 55 kW | 7.6kW |
| Travel Speed | 40 kph | - |
Sources: JCB 3CX Compact, Kubota K008-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
- you want one that has 47kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,095kg
- you want one that digs 3.28m (11ft) deeper
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 3CX Compact and the Kubota K008-5?
The JCB 3CX Compact has 47kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,095kg. The JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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