Head to head
Kubota KX71-3 vs Wacker Neuson ET25
The Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator. The Wacker Neuson ET25 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX71-3 | Wacker Neuson ET25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | approx. 6,550lb (2,970kg) | 2,355 to 2,720 kg |
| Length | 14ft 11in | 4,120 to 4,125 mm |
| Width | 4ft 11in | 1,120 to 1,500 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 22.6 kN |
| Dig depth | - | 2,722 mm |
| Height | - | 2,398 mm |
| Engine power | - | 14.6 kW |
Sources: Kubota KX71-3, Wacker Neuson ET25. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX71-3 if...
A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the ET25 if...
A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.4 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry. Maximum dig depth is 2,722 mm.
Full ET25 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX71-3 and the Wacker Neuson ET25?
The Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET25 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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