Head to head
Kubota K008-5 vs Liebherr L556 XPower
The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator. The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-5 | Liebherr L556 XPower | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 975kg | 19,600 - 21,600 kg |
| Dig depth | 1,720mm | - |
| Engine power | 7.6kW | - |
| Tipping load | - | 9,300 - 13,750 kg |
| Bucket capacity | - | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | - | 183 kW / 249 HP |
Sources: Kubota K008-5, Liebherr L556 XPower. 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
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Buy or hire the L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-5 and the Liebherr L556 XPower?
The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.
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