Head to head
Kubota K008-3 vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 227kW more power and is the bigger machine by 21,720kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 227kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 21,720kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-3 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 980kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Kubota K008-3, Volvo A25G. 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
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
Buy or hire the A25G if...
- you want one that has 227kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 21,720kg
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-3 and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 227kW more power and is the bigger machine by 21,720kg. The Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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