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Kubota KX040-5 vs Volvo ECR40
Published specs and dimensions of two mini excavators side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The Kubota KX040-5 is 414 lb (188 kg) heavier, 3 in (81 mm) narrower, 1 in (26 mm) taller and 1 ft 4 in (405 mm) longer than the Volvo ECR40.
- Gross power: 30.1 kW / 40.3 hp (Kubota KX040-5) vs 18.5 kW / 24.8 hp (Volvo ECR40); Kubota KX040-5 is higher.
- Track length on ground: 1,709 mm / 5 ft 7 in (Kubota KX040-5) vs 1,654 mm / 5 ft 5 in (Volvo ECR40); Kubota KX040-5 is higher.
- Track length (overall): 2,174 mm / 7 ft 2 in (Kubota KX040-5) vs 2,116 mm / 6 ft 11 in (Volvo ECR40); Kubota KX040-5 is higher.
- Shoe / track width: 351 mm / 13.8 in (Kubota KX040-5) vs 300 mm / 11.8 in (Volvo ECR40); Kubota KX040-5 is higher.
- Ground clearance: 330 mm / 13 in (Kubota KX040-5) vs 285 mm / 11.2 in (Volvo ECR40); Kubota KX040-5 is higher.
- Ground pressure: 31.2 kPa / 4.53 psi (Kubota KX040-5) vs 36.3 kPa / 5.26 psi (Volvo ECR40); Volvo ECR40 is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
Kubota KX040-5 specs Volvo ECR40 specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Kubota KX040-5 Trailer fit: Volvo ECR40
Side-by-side specs
Use the Metric / Imperial switch at the top to change units. Highlighted rows differ.
| Spec | Kubota KX040-5 | Volvo ECR40 |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | ≈ 4,173 kg | 3,985 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | ≈ 5,085 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Overall width | ≈ 1,699 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Overall height | ≈ 2,484 mm | 2,458 mm |
| Transport height | Not captured | Not published |
| Track gauge / tread | Not captured | Not published |
| Track length on ground | ≈ 1,709 mm | 1,654 mm |
| Track length (overall) | ≈ 2,174 mm | 2,116 mm |
| Shoe / track width | ≈ 351 mm | 300 mm |
| Ground clearance | ≈ 330 mm | 285 mm |
| Tail swing radius | Not published | 990 mm |
| Transport length | ≈ 5,080 mm | Not captured |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Rubber tracks | Crawler (rubber tracks) |
| Track rollers / shoes per side | Not published | 4 bottom rollers, 1 top roller per side |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | ≈ 31.2 kPa | 36.3 kPa |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | Kubota D1803-CR-TE5 | Volvo D1.7A |
| Net power | ≈ 29.2 kW | Not published |
| Gross power | ≈ 30.1 kW | 18.5 kW |
| Displacement | ≈ 1.83 L | ≈ 1.65 L |
| Rated speed | Not captured | 2,200 rpm |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | ≈ 92.4 L/min | 110 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | Not published | 26 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max digging depth | ≈ 3,411 mm | 3,133 mm |
| Max reach (at ground) | Not published | 5,311 mm |
| Dump height / clearance | ≈ 3,899 mm | 3,468 mm |
| Breakout / digging force | ≈ 42.4 kN | ≈ 35.5 kN |
| Max travel speed | ≈ 4.99 km/h | 4.6 km/h |
Configurations.
Kubota KX040-5: Canopy, rubber tracks
Volvo ECR40: Short-swing, cab, 300 mm rubber tracks, 1,400 mm short arm; Tier 4 Final
⚠ Data notes apply; see the model pages.