Kubota KX018-4 Compact Excavator (1.8 Ton)
Original price was: $10,500.$6,300Current price is: $6,300.
A 1.8 Ton compact excavator powered by a Kubota D722 rated at 16.1 HP. Ships free on freight anywhere in the USA with a 1-year limited parts warranty.
Digging has never been easier than with the Kubota KX018-4 compact excavator. Combine the KX018-4’s 16.1 horsepower with superior maneuverability and versatility, and you’ll never worry about whether or not you can get the job done. Dig to your heart’s desire and do it comfortably, in the KX018-4’s spacious optional cab. There’s never been a better way to move ground. Kubota is the world’s #1 selling compact excavator for 20 years.*
*According to 2023 data from Off-Highway Research including all Kubota Group brand sales.
Specifications — K008-3 General Model K008-3 Track Type Rubber Engine Engine Model Kubota D722-E4 Gross Output (SAE J1995) 10.3 HP (7.7 kW) @ 2050 rpm Net Output (SAE J1349) 10.1 HP (7.5 kW) @ 2050 rpm Displacement 719 cc (44 cu in) Dimensions Overall Length 2 750 mm (9’0″) Overall Height 2 230 mm (7’4″) Overall Width 700–860 mm (2’4″–2’10”) Min. Ground Clearance 150 mm (5.9″) Hydraulic System Pump Capacity 21.0 L/min (5.55 gpm) Auxiliary Hydraulic Flow 21.0 L/min (5.55 gpm) Max Breakout Force (Bucket) 2 200 lb (1 000 kgf) Max Breakout Force (Arm) 1 010 lb (460 kgf) Drive System Travel Speed (Low / High) 2.0 / 4.0 km/h (1.2 / 2.5 mph) Max Traction Force 1 695 lb (770 kgf) Tumbler Distance 900 mm (2’11”) Crawler Length 1 230 mm (4’0″) Shoe Width 180 mm (7.1″) Ground Contact Pressure 0.25 kgf/cm² (3.55 psi) Swing, Blade & Capacities Swing Speed 8.3 rpm
Full specifications
Machine & Engine
| Machine Type | Compact Excavator |
|---|---|
| Machine Class | 1.8 Ton |
| Brand | Kubota |
| Model | BME-KUBOTAUSAKX0184 |
| Operating Weight | 200 lbs |
| Engine | Kubota D722 |
| Horsepower | 16.1 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Emissions | EPA Certified |
Performance
| Hydraulic Flow | 21.0 L/min |
|---|
Build & Cab
| Undercarriage | Rubber tracks |
|---|---|
| Cab / Canopy | Cab |
| Hydraulic Thumb | Optional add-on |
Purchase
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Parts Warranty |
| Shipping | Free freight, all 50 states |
Specifications are supplied by the manufacturer and may be revised without notice. Confirm critical dimensions with us before ordering.
Free Shipping Across the USA
FREE freight shipping anywhere in the USA. Every machine ships crated on a dedicated freight carrier, ready to work. The price you see is the price delivered to your address.
Handling & Transit Time
- Order processing: up to 3 business days to prep, crate and book your order onto a carrier.
- Estimated delivery: 7–15 business days from the shipment date, depending on your state.
- Tracking: a tracking or freight booking reference is emailed as soon as your order ships.
How Your Machine Is Delivered
Excavators and skid steers move by LTL freight because of their size and weight. Here is what to expect:
- FREE forklift unloading where it is required, subject to site access and carrier availability.
- The carrier contacts you to schedule a delivery window — you will not be caught off guard.
- Someone 18 or older must be present to sign for the delivery.
- Please have a firm, reasonably level spot with clear truck access for the unload.
Attachments & Smaller Parts
Buckets, augers, thumbs and other attachments may ship separately by standard ground courier and can arrive on a different day than your machine.
Inspect Before You Sign
Always inspect your delivery before signing. Walk around the machine and check for freight damage while the driver is still on site.
If you find anything, note it on the bill of lading (BOL), take clear photos, and contact us within 48 hours so we can file the freight claim for you.
Alaska, Hawaii & Remote Areas
Deliveries to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and remote or limited-access addresses may carry a surcharge and longer transit — please request a freight quote before ordering. We cannot deliver to PO boxes.
Questions about your delivery? Request a quote or email Welcome@findexcavator.com — we reply within 1 business day.
Warranty
Every item is covered by a 1-year limited parts warranty from the date of delivery. If a covered part fails, we supply the replacement part.
- Covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
- Does not cover wear items, misuse, accident damage, unauthorised modification or lack of maintenance.
- To start a claim, contact us with your order number, photos and a description of the fault.
Full terms: Warranty & Replacement.
Cancellations & Returns
Orders can be cancelled free of charge within 24 hours of being placed, provided the item has not shipped.
Because we sell heavy machinery, all sales are final once an item has shipped. We do not accept returns for change of mind, buyer’s remorse or incorrect product selection — so please confirm the size, weight and specification with us before you order. We are happy to check the fit for you.
Damaged or Faulty on Arrival
- Inspect the machine before you sign. Note any damage on the delivery paperwork.
- Report transit damage or a defect within 48 hours of delivery, with clear photos, and we will put it right.
- Refused deliveries are treated as returns and return freight is charged.
Full terms: Return & Refund Policy.
Paying for your order
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31 reviews for Kubota KX018-4 Compact Excavator (1.8 Ton)
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Chad Scott (verified owner) –
Paid for itself fastAfter comparing a few brands, I went with this one. Power is impressive for the size. The Kubota engine starts right up cold and never bogs down, even when loading gravel. We added it to a pipeline crew and it’s already the most-used machine on the lot. Arrived faster than I expected with all the paperwork included. The Kubota engine is the real star here. Exactly as described, no surprises.
Walt Ramos (verified owner) –
Best purchase for the farmNeeded something for loading gravel, so I took the plunge. The cab is comfortable for long days. Heater works great for winter loading gravel. The thumb is a game changer for picking up rock and brush while loading gravel. Showed up on a flatbed in about ten days, well strapped and undamaged. Comfortable enough that long days aren’t a chore. Exactly as described, no surprises.
Jack H. (verified owner) –
Beast of a machineOperators at a county road crew all comment on how responsive it is. No lag in the controls at all. Tracks grip well on the slope behind our place. I’ve had it on wet ground prepping a building pad with no trouble. Shipping was free and the freight driver called ahead to set up delivery. Grease it up, keep an eye on the tracks, and it’ll treat you right. Telling everyone at the co-op about it.
Ronald Harris (verified owner) –
Worth every pennyOperators at a vineyard all comment on how responsive it is. No lag in the controls at all. The thumb is a game changer for picking up rock and brush while setting fence posts. Build quality feels solid — thick steel, clean welds, good pins and bushings. No play after weeks of setting fence posts. Exactly as described, no surprises.
Buck Martinez (verified owner) –
Outstanding machineThe hydraulics are smooth and the controls are easy to learn. My nephew was running it confidently within an hour. Dig depth and breakout force are better than I expected. digging a pond that used to take all day now takes a couple hours. The cab is comfortable for long days. Heater works great for winter digging a pond. If you’re considering it, do it.
Garrett Green (verified owner) –
Pretty good buyA few small issues out of the crate that I had to sort out, but support helped and it’s working now. The price-to-power ratio is hard to beat right now.
Aaron J. (verified owner) –
No regretsFinally replaced our tired old machine. Honestly thought it might be underpowered at this price but it handled landscaping the back acreage like a much bigger machine. The 1.8-ton class is the sweet spot for us — tight enough to fit through a gate but it still has the muscle for landscaping the back acreage. Power is impressive for the size. The Kubota engine starts right up cold and never bogs down, even when landscaping the back acreage. Would absolutely buy again.
Norm Hamilton (verified owner) –
Exceeded my expectationsBought this for a residential contractor. Honestly thought it might be underpowered at this price but it handled digging footings like a much bigger machine. The thumb is a game changer for picking up rock and brush while digging footings. Delivery took just under two weeks and the forklift unloading made it painless. Fit and finish is better than the photos show. Two thumbs up from me.
Vince Baker (verified owner) –
Solid with a few quibblesHappy with the machine, just wish setup instructions were a little clearer. Arrived faster than I expected with all the paperwork included.
Larry Diaz (verified owner) –
Beast of a machinePerfect size for a sod farm. Trailers easily behind my pickup and I can move it between sites myself. I was septic work all last weekend and it didn’t miss a beat. For the money there’s nothing else close. Freight was free to my door and the driver was patient getting it off the truck. Visibility from the seat is excellent for septic work. If you’re considering it, do it.
Marcus Dawson (verified owner) –
Couldn’t ask for moreShopped around for weeks before pulling the trigger. Coming from renting, owning this paid for itself in about two months of foundation work. Three months in here in Arizona and it’s been flawless. Cold mornings, mud, long hours — it just works. Perfect size for a hobby farm. Trailers easily behind my pickup and I can move it between sites myself. Solid company, solid machine.
Nathan Rogers (verified owner) –
Great value for the moneyNeeded something for grading my driveway, so I took the plunge. Coming from renting, owning this paid for itself in about two months of grading my driveway. Build quality feels solid — thick steel, clean welds, good pins and bushings. No play after weeks of grading my driveway. Visibility from the seat is excellent for grading my driveway. Highly recommend to anyone on the fence.
Lee Hernandez (verified owner) –
Tough and reliableFirst excavator I’ve ever owned. Honestly thought it might be underpowered at this price but it handled tearing out old concrete like a much bigger machine. Perfect size for a remodeling business. Trailers easily behind my pickup and I can move it between sites myself. Plenty of power left in reserve when tearing out old concrete. Couldn’t be happier with the purchase.
Brian F. (verified owner) –
Glad I pulled the triggerBought this for a sod farm. Maintenance is straightforward, grease points are easy to reach, and the manual actually makes sense. We added it to a sod farm and it’s already the most-used machine on the lot. Three months in here in Montana and it’s been flawless. Cold mornings, mud, long hours — it just works. Telling everyone at the co-op about it.
Charles R. (verified owner) –
Punches above its weightOperators at a tree service all comment on how responsive it is. No lag in the controls at all. Perfect size for a tree service. Trailers easily behind my pickup and I can move it between sites myself. The 1.8-ton class is the sweet spot for us — tight enough to fit through a gate but it still has the muscle for setting fence posts. Freight was free to my door and the driver was patient getting it off the truck. Plenty of power left in reserve when setting fence posts. Would absolutely buy again.
Scott B. (verified owner) –
Impressed all aroundI was nervous ordering equipment online, but I’m so glad I did. Perfect size for a cattle ranch. Trailers easily behind my pickup and I can move it between sites myself. Tracks grip well on the slope behind our place. I’ve had it on wet ground setting fence posts with no trouble. Dig depth and breakout force are better than I expected. setting fence posts that used to take all day now takes a couple hours. Grease it up, keep an eye on the tracks, and it’ll treat you right. If you’re considering it, do it.
Derek Watson (verified owner) –
Outstanding machineShopped around for weeks before pulling the trigger. Customer support answered my questions before I bought and again after delivery. That sealed it for me. Coming from renting, owning this paid for itself in about two months of cleaning out ditches. Showed up on a flatbed in about ten days, well strapped and undamaged. Fit and finish is better than the photos show. If you’re considering it, do it.
Otis Castillo (verified owner) –
Does the job wellSolid value. Minor learning curve on the controls but it’s a capable machine. Shipping was free and the freight driver called ahead to set up delivery.
DeShawn Nguyen (verified owner) –
Great value for the moneyMy buddy recommended this one. Power is impressive for the size. The Kubota engine starts right up cold and never bogs down, even when loading gravel. Dig depth and breakout force are better than I expected. loading gravel that used to take all day now takes a couple hours. Boom swing makes it so much easier to dig along walls and fences. Huge help when loading gravel. Shipping was free and the freight driver called ahead to set up delivery. Visibility from the seat is excellent for loading gravel. If you’re considering it, do it.
George Roberts (verified owner) –
Beast of a machineFirst excavator I’ve ever owned. Boom swing makes it so much easier to dig along walls and fences. Huge help when pulling stumps. Coming from renting, owning this paid for itself in about two months of pulling stumps. Dig depth and breakout force are better than I expected. pulling stumps that used to take all day now takes a couple hours. Two thumbs up from me.
Wade H. (verified owner) –
Exactly what I neededI was nervous ordering equipment online, but I’m so glad I did. Dig depth and breakout force are better than I expected. cleaning out ditches that used to take all day now takes a couple hours. Honestly thought it might be underpowered at this price but it handled cleaning out ditches like a much bigger machine. I was cleaning out ditches all last weekend and it didn’t miss a beat. For the money there’s nothing else close. Arrived faster than I expected with all the paperwork included. Two thumbs up from me.
Cole Young (verified owner) –
Happy overallDoes everything I needed. A couple of the bolts were loose on arrival, easy fix. Shipping was free and the freight driver called ahead to set up delivery.
Cody F. (verified owner) –
Paid for itself fastThe cab is comfortable for long days. Heater works great for winter snow and debris cleanup. We added it to a tree service and it’s already the most-used machine on the lot. Build quality feels solid — thick steel, clean welds, good pins and bushings. No play after weeks of snow and debris cleanup. My only regret is not getting one years ago. Couldn’t be happier with the purchase.
Chad Sanchez (verified owner) –
Paid for itself fastI was nervous ordering equipment online, but I’m so glad I did. Boom swing makes it so much easier to dig along walls and fences. Huge help when digging irrigation lines. Customer support answered my questions before I bought and again after delivery. That sealed it for me. Will be ordering parts and attachments from them again.
Jerry Harris (verified owner) –
Great value for the moneyShopped around for weeks before pulling the trigger. Runs quiet and sips fuel compared to the old machine we had at our landscaping crew. Coming from renting, owning this paid for itself in about two months of digging footings. Highly recommend to anyone on the fence.
Richard Wilson (verified owner) –
Tough and reliableBoom swing makes it so much easier to dig along walls and fences. Huge help when grading my driveway. The hydraulics are smooth and the controls are easy to learn. My nephew was running it confidently within an hour. For a first-time owner this was the right call. Easy to operate and tough enough for real work grading my driveway. Neighbors keep asking to borrow it. Exactly as described, no surprises.
Brandon A. (verified owner) –
Exactly what I neededHonestly thought it might be underpowered at this price but it handled tearing out old concrete like a much bigger machine. For a first-time owner this was the right call. Easy to operate and tough enough for real work tearing out old concrete. The thumb is a game changer for picking up rock and brush while tearing out old concrete. Shipping was free and the freight driver called ahead to set up delivery. Solid company, solid machine.
Hector C. (verified owner) –
Built toughPerfect size for a county road crew. Trailers easily behind my pickup and I can move it between sites myself. We added it to a county road crew and it’s already the most-used machine on the lot. Showed up on a flatbed in about ten days, well strapped and undamaged. Visibility from the seat is excellent for setting fence posts. Two thumbs up from me.
Terrence H. (verified owner) –
Does everything I hopedBought this for a hobby farm. Build quality feels solid — thick steel, clean welds, good pins and bushings. No play after weeks of septic work. Customer support answered my questions before I bought and again after delivery. That sealed it for me. Shipping was free and the freight driver called ahead to set up delivery. Grease it up, keep an eye on the tracks, and it’ll treat you right. Solid company, solid machine.
Scott H. (verified owner) –
Highly recommendAfter comparing a few brands, I went with this one. The 1.8-ton class is the sweet spot for us — tight enough to fit through a gate but it still has the muscle for tearing out old concrete. For a first-time owner this was the right call. Easy to operate and tough enough for real work tearing out old concrete. Boom swing makes it so much easier to dig along walls and fences. Huge help when tearing out old concrete. Five stars, easy.
Luis Long (verified owner) –
Strong machine, slow shippingSolid value. Minor learning curve on the controls but it’s a capable machine. Delivery took just under two weeks and the forklift unloading made it painless.