Head to head
Kubota KX018-4 vs Volvo L220H
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX018-4 | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1720kg | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Dig depth | 2380mm | - |
| Width | 1300mm | - |
| Engine power | - | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Breakout force | - | 55,075 lbf |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Kubota KX018-4, Volvo L220H. 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 L220H if...
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX018-4 and the Volvo L220H?
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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