Kubota 8 Ton Excavator hire in Scotland

The Kubota KX080-4 is a powerful 8-ton tracked excavator designed for demanding construction and groundworks projects. It combines strong digging performance with smooth hydraulic control, making it suitable for a wide range of excavation, trenching and site preparation tasks. The compact design also allows efficient operation on sites where space is limited while still providing the power expected from a larger machine. 

Powered by a Kubota V3307 direct-injection diesel engine with common rail system and diesel particulate filter, the machine delivers strong performance while maintaining good fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Kubota’s ECO Plus system helps reduce fuel consumption during normal operation while still providing the power needed for tougher digging conditions. 

The KX080-4 also offers excellent versatility thanks to its auxiliary hydraulic circuits, which allow the use of attachments such as breakers, augers and other hydraulic tools. The load-sensing hydraulic system ensures smooth operation and efficient performance regardless of load size. 

Operator comfort and safety are key design features. The spacious cab provides excellent visibility, ergonomic controls and a digital display panel that shows machine information such as fuel levels, engine speed and maintenance alerts. Safety features including ROPS/FOPS protection and Kubota’s anti-theft system help ensure safe and secure operation on site. 

Specification

Operating weight Approx. 8,195 – 8,270 kg
Engine Kubota V3307-CR-TE4
Engine power 47.8 kW at 2000 rpm
Number of cylinders 4
Displacement 3,331 cc
Bucket capacity 0.25 / 0.21 m³
Bucket width 800 mm (with teeth)
Maximum bucket digging force 65.2 kN
Maximum arm digging force 38.1 kN
Travel speed 2.7 / 4.9 km/h
Fuel tank capacity 115 litres
Machine width 2,200 mm
Kubota 8 Ton Excavator

Is this Excavators right for your site?

  • Groundworks and site preparation
  • Trenching for utilities and drainage
  • Foundation excavation
  • Landscaping and earthmoving
  • Road construction and infrastructure projects
  • Loading materials into dumpers and trucks

Kubota 8 Ton Excavator features

Powerful 8-ton digging performance

The KX080-4 delivers strong bucket and arm digging forces, allowing it to work efficiently on tough ground conditions such as compacted soil, clay and construction materials.

Fuel-efficient Kubota diesel engine

The direct-injection engine with common rail system improves fuel efficiency while reducing emissions and noise levels. ECO Plus mode can reduce fuel consumption during standard operation. 

Versatile attachment capability

Two auxiliary hydraulic circuits allow the excavator to operate a wide range of attachments including breakers, augers and other hydraulic tools, making the machine suitable for many types of construction work. 

Smooth hydraulic operation

The load-sensing hydraulic system automatically adjusts oil flow depending on the operator’s control input, ensuring smooth and efficient machine operation. 

Comfortable and safe operator environment

The spacious cab includes ergonomic controls, a suspension seat and digital display panel. ROPS/FOPS protection and Kubota’s anti-theft system help improve site safety and machine security. 

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