Head to head
Kubota KX018-4 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX018-4 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1720kg | 7800 kg |
| Dig depth | 2380mm | - |
| Width | 1300mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
| Engine power | - | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
Sources: Kubota KX018-4, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX018-4 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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