Head to head
Kubota KX018-4 vs Mecalac 9MDX
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX018-4 | Mecalac 9MDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1720kg | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) |
| Dig depth | 2380mm | - |
| Width | 1300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 9000 kg |
| Engine power | - | 55,4 kW (74 hp) |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Kubota KX018-4, Mecalac 9MDX. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX018-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,720kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2380mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX018-4 specifications →Buy or hire the 9MDX if...
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX018-4 and the Mecalac 9MDX?
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.
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