Head to head
Kubota KX030-4 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power. The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,090kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,090kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX030-4 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2790 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 17.7 kw | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 2870 mm | - |
| Width | 1500 mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Kubota KX030-4, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,090kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 95kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX030-4 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power. The Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 1,090kg. The Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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