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Kubota KX040-4 Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Kubota ➔
Model: KX040-4 ➔

Kubota KX040-4 is a compact mini excavator designed for construction, utility, landscaping, and site preparation work. It is part of Kubota's KX series and is commonly used where maneuverability, digging performance, and transportability are important. The KX040-4 typically features a zero-tail-swing design, hydraulic pilot controls, and a cab or canopy configuration depending on specification. It is used for trenching, grading, backfilling, and material handling in confined job sites. As a mini excavator, the Kubota KX040-4 is suited to contractors needing a mid-size machine with stable operation, efficient digging capability, and compatibility with common attachments.

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General Specifications

Digging Depth ft (m)	11.3 (3.4) Starting 2025 Model Year
Digging Reach ft. (m)	17.10 (5.2) Starting 2025 Model Year
Engine hp (kW)	40.9 (30.4) Starting 2025 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	9,195 (4,170) Starting 2025 Model Year

Blades

Angle blade height	15.20 in (38.61 cm)
Angle blade swing angle	25 degrees
Angle blade width	67.00 in (170.18 cm)
Blade Height	13.80 in (35.05 cm)
Blade Width	5.60 ft (1.71 m)
Maximum Drop below ground	1.40 ft (0.43 m)
Maximum lift above ground	1.40 ft (0.43 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Digging Depth	11.30 ft (3.44 m)
Max Digging Height	17.60 ft (5.36 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	7.40 ft (2.26 m)
Max. breakout force Bucket	9,535.00 lbs (4,325.01 kg)
Max. breakoutArm	4,112.00 lbs (1,865.17 kg)
Max.Dumping Height	12.80 ft (3.90 m)
Mximum dig radius	213.00 in (541.02 cm)

Brakes

Parking brake

Auto travel house swivel

Dimensions

Digging Depth	11.30 ft (3.44 m)
Digging Reach	17.80 ft (5.43 m)
Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height	97.90 in (248.67 cm)
Height - Top of Cab	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Length of Track on Ground	16.70 ft (5.09 m)
Shoe width	1.20 ft (0.37 m)
Tail Swing Radius	4.30 ft (1.31 m)
Width	5.60 ft (1.71 m)

DRIVE SYSTEM

Max. traction force-Low speed

9,747.00 lbs (4,421.17 kg)

Electrical System

Battery capacity	52 AH
Battery voltage	12 VDC
Engine shut-off	Key
Instrument panel	Digital
Lighting	Front working

Engine

Air filter type	Dual element cyclonic
Aspiration	Turbo
Cooling method	Liquid
Displacement	111.40 cu in (1,825.52 cu cm)
Engine Make	Kubota
Engine Model	D1803-CR-TE4
Engine Type	Water cooled
EPA	Tier 4
Fuel Type	Diesel
Gross Power	40.40 hp (30.13 kw)
Injection	Direct
Model Name	KX040-4
Number of Cylinders	3
Oil filtration	Spin-on type
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Radiator Core type	Low noise F shaped blades

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity	17.00 gal (64.35 l)
Ground Pressure	4.5 psi
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	6.50 gpm (24.60 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	17.20 gal (65.10 l)
Operating weight Cabin	9,326.00 lbs (4,230.21 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

9.2 rpm

Undercarriage

Ground Pressure	4.4 psi
Max Travel Speed	3.10 mph (4.99 kph)

Kubota KX040-4s currently for sale

A 2022 Kubota KX040-4 From Abele Tractor & Equipment Co., Inc. for $48,785.00 USD

A 2014 Kubota KX040-4 From Southeastern Equipment Corporation (North Carolina) for $26,500.00 USD

A 2023 Kubota KX040-4 From Marshall Machinery, Inc. for $41,900.00 USD

A 2022 Kubota KX040-4 From Marshall Machinery, Inc. for $39,900.00 USD

A 2021 Kubota KX040-4 From JJ Kane Auctions for Auction Pricing

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