Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Kubota U36-4
The Kubota KX080-4a has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,485kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 29kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 4,485kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Kubota U36-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 3755 kg |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 17.8 kw |
| Dig depth | - | 3410 mm |
| Width | - | 1700 mm |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Kubota U36-4. 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 has 29kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,485kg
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
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the U36-4 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Kubota U36-4?
The Kubota KX080-4a has 29kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,485kg. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
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