Head to head
Kubota KX018-4 vs Takeuchi TB250-2
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX018-4 | Takeuchi TB250-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1720kg | 5120kg |
| Dig depth | 2380mm | - |
| Width | 1300mm | - |
| Ground reach | - | 5985mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 37.2 kN |
| Arm digging force | - | 22.9 kN |
Sources: Kubota KX018-4, Takeuchi TB250-2. 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 TB250-2 if...
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX018-4 and the Takeuchi TB250-2?
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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