Head to head
JCB 9T-2 vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,840kg. The JCB 9T-2 has 9kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,840kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 9T-2 has 9kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 9T-2 | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,400kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 63.2PS |
| Payload | 9,000kg | - |
Sources: JCB 9T-2, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9T-2 if...
- you want one that has 9kW more power
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,840kg
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 9T-2 and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,840kg. The JCB 9T-2 has 9kW more power. The JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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