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Kubota KX018-4 vs Mecalac TA6
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX018-4 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1720kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Dig depth | 2380mm | - |
| Width | 1300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Engine power | - | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Kubota KX018-4, Mecalac TA6. 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 TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX018-4 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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