Head to head
Kubota KX016-4 vs Kubota KX030-4
The Kubota KX030-4 has 8kW more power and digs 62cm (2ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX030-4 has 8kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX030-4 digs 62cm (2ft) deeper.
- Width: the Kubota KX030-4 is 26cm wider.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX016-4 | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1540kg | 2790 kg |
| Dig depth | 2250mm | 2870 mm |
| Width | 1240mm | 1500 mm |
| Engine power | 9.6kW (13hp) | 17.7 kw |
Sources: Kubota KX016-4, Kubota KX030-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX016-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,540kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX016-4 specifications →Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...
- you want one that has 8kW more power
- you want one that digs 62cm (2ft) deeper
- you want one that is 26cm wider
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX016-4 and the Kubota KX030-4?
The Kubota KX030-4 has 8kW more power and digs 62cm (2ft) deeper. The Kubota KX016-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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