Head to head
Kubota KX015-4 vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,770kg and has 37kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,770kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 37kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX015-4 | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1470kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 9.6kW (13hp) | 63.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2250mm | - |
| Width | 990mm | - |
Sources: Kubota KX015-4, Kubota KX080-4a. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX015-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,470kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,770kg
- you want one that has 37kW 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 KX015-4 and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,770kg and has 37kW more power. The Kubota KX015-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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