Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 813kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 440kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 813kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 440kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Merlo TF42.7. 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 440kg
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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 813kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 813kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 440kg. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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