Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Kubota KX080-4a has 28kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,665kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 28kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 4,665kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 has 28kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,665kg
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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Kubota KX080-4a has 28kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,665kg. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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