Head to head
Kubota KX027-4 vs Wacker Neuson ET25
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 2cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX027-4 digs 2cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX027-4 | Wacker Neuson ET25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 2740mm | 2,722 mm |
| Width | 1400mm | 1,120 to 1,500 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 22.6 kN |
| Length | - | 4,120 to 4,125 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 2,355 to 2,720 kg |
| Height | - | 2,398 mm |
| Engine power | - | 14.6 kW |
Sources: Kubota KX027-4, Wacker Neuson ET25. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX027-4 if...
- you want one that digs 2cm 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
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the ET25 if...
A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.4 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry. Maximum dig depth is 2,722 mm.
Full ET25 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX027-4 and the Wacker Neuson ET25?
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 2cm deeper. The Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET25 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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