Head to head
Kubota KX019-4 vs Kubota KX027-4
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 16cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX027-4 digs 16cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX019-4 | Kubota KX027-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 2,580mm maximum | 2740mm |
| Operating weight | 1,780kg with cab, 1,680kg with canopy | - |
| Maximum reach | 4,070mm | - |
| Width | - | 1400mm |
Sources: Kubota KX019-4, Kubota KX027-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX019-4 if...
Chosen as much for what it weighs as for what it digs: under two tonnes means it can go on a modest plant trailer behind a light vehicle, which removes the transport problem that decides many small jobs. Very common in UK hire fleets for garden and trenching work.
Full KX019-4 specifications →Buy or hire the KX027-4 if...
- you want one that digs 16cm deeper
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 2740mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX019-4 and the Kubota KX027-4?
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 16cm deeper. The Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator; the Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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