Head to head
Kubota K008-3 vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 7,260kg and has 39kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 7,260kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 39kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-3 | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 980kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 63.2PS |
Sources: Kubota K008-3, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 7,260kg
- you want one that has 39kW 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
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-3 and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 7,260kg and has 39kW more power. The Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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