Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Mecalac TA6
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 4,095kg. The Mecalac TA6 has 9kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 4,095kg.
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 9kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Mecalac TA6. 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 4,095kg
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 TA6 if...
- you want one that has 9kW 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 KX080-4a and the Mecalac TA6?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 4,095kg. The Mecalac TA6 has 9kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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