Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 508kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,540kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 508kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,540kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 55,4 kW |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Mecalac 6MCR. 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 2,540kg
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 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 508kW more power
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 508kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 2,540kg. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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