Head to head
Kubota K008-3 vs Volvo A30G
The Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 51,049kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 51,049kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-3 | Volvo A30G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 980kg | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) |
| Engine power | 10.2PS | - |
| Transport dimensions | - | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in |
Sources: Kubota K008-3, Volvo A30G. 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 A30G if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 51,049kg
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-3 and the Volvo A30G?
The Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 51,049kg. The Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
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