Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Mecalac TA6
The Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 1,296kg. The Mecalac TA6 has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 1,296kg.
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 7kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | - |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Mecalac TA6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,296kg
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 specifications →Buy or hire the TA6 if...
- you want one that has 7kW more power
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 KX060-5 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 1,296kg. The Mecalac TA6 has 7kW more power. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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