Head to head
Kubota KX030-4 vs Mecalac TA6
The Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,355kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 1,355kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX030-4 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2790 kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 17.7 kw | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 2870 mm | - |
| Width | 1500 mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Kubota KX030-4, Mecalac TA6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Buy or hire the TA6 if...
- you want one that has 37kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,355kg
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX030-4 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Mecalac TA6 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,355kg. The Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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