Head to head
Kubota KX019-4 vs Volvo L220H
The Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator. The Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX019-4 | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,780kg with cab, 1,680kg with canopy | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Dig depth | 2,580mm maximum | - |
| Maximum reach | 4,070mm | - |
| 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 KX019-4, Volvo L220H. 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 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 KX019-4 and the Volvo L220H?
The Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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