Head to head
Kubota KX018-4 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator. The Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX018-4 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | up to 1720kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Dig depth | 2380mm | - |
| Width | 1300mm | - |
| Engine power | - | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Kubota KX018-4, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX018-4 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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