Head to head
Kubota KX019-4 vs Liebherr L556 XPower
The Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator. The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX019-4 | Liebherr L556 XPower | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,780kg with cab, 1,680kg with canopy | 19,600 - 21,600 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,580mm maximum | - |
| Maximum reach | 4,070mm | - |
| Tipping load | - | 9,300 - 13,750 kg |
| Bucket capacity | - | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | - | 183 kW / 249 HP |
Sources: Kubota KX019-4, Liebherr L556 XPower. 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 L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX019-4 and the Liebherr L556 XPower?
The Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.
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