Head to head
JCB 3T-2 vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,895kg and has 28kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,895kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 28kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3T-2 | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2345 kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW | 63.2PS |
| Payload | 3000 kg | - |
Sources: JCB 3T-2, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.
Full 3T-2 specifications →Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,895kg
- you want one that has 28kW 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 3T-2 and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,895kg and has 28kW more power. The JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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