Head to head
Kubota KX018-4 vs Volvo A25G
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX018-4 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1720kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Dig depth | 2380mm | - |
| Width | 1300mm | - |
| Engine power | - | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Kubota KX018-4, Volvo A25G. 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 A25G if...
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX018-4 and the Volvo A25G?
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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