Head to head
JCB 3CX Compact vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,170kg. The JCB 3CX Compact has 9kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,170kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 3CX Compact has 9kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3CX Compact | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6070 kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 55 kW | 63.2PS |
| Dig depth | 5 m | - |
| Travel Speed | 40 kph | - |
Sources: JCB 3CX Compact, Kubota KX080-4a. 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 9kW more power
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 KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,170kg
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 3CX Compact and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,170kg. The JCB 3CX Compact has 9kW more power. The JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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