Head to head
Kubota K008-5 vs Kubota KX027-4
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 1.02m (3.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX027-4 digs 1.02m (3.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-5 | Kubota KX027-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 1,720mm | 2740mm |
| Operating weight | 975kg | - |
| Engine power | 7.6kW | - |
| Width | - | 1400mm |
Sources: Kubota K008-5, Kubota KX027-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the KX027-4 if...
- you want one that digs 1.02m (3.5ft) deeper
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 2740mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-5 and the Kubota KX027-4?
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 1.02m (3.5ft) deeper. The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator; the Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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