Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Kubota U48-4
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3,465kg and has 17kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3,465kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 17kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 40.5PS |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Kubota U48-4. 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 is the bigger machine by 3,465kg
- you want one that has 17kW 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 U48-4 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Kubota U48-4?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3,465kg and has 17kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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