Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Takeuchi TB240
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 4,170kg and has 20kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 4,170kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 20kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Takeuchi TB240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 4070KG |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 26.7kW |
| Dig depth | - | 3465mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 30.8kN |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Takeuchi TB240. 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 4,170kg
- you want one that has 20kW 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
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the TB240 if...
A 4 tonne tracked excavator used by groundworkers, housebuilders and utility contractors for trenching, foundations and general digging. It sits between small mini diggers and 5 tonne machines in a typical UK hire fleet.
Full TB240 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Takeuchi TB240?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 4,170kg and has 20kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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