Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Takeuchi TB230
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,365kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,365kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 2875 kg |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Takeuchi TB230. 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 5,365kg
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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,365kg. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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