Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3.4 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3.4 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 8240kg |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Engine power | - | 63.2PS |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3.4 tonnes
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
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3.4 tonnes. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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