Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Kubota U10-3
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 7,120kg and has 39kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 7,120kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 39kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 10.2PS |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Kubota U10-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 7,120kg
- you want one that has 39kW more power
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Kubota U10-3?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 7,120kg and has 39kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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