2026 Kubota Compact Excavators KX040-4 6-in-1 Blade

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Year 2026
Make Kubota
Model Compact Excavators
Engine D1803-CR-TE4

Year 2026
Manufacturer Kubota
Model Name Compact Excavators
Trim Name KX040-4 6-in-1 Blade
Generic Type (Primary) Compact
Engine Manufacturer Kubota
Engine D1803-CR-TE4
Engine Power 40.4 hp
Displacement 111.4 cu. in.

Digging isn’t easy, but the Kubota KX040-4 6-in-1 Blade will make it feel like it is. With 40.4 horsepower and a 5’ 10.9”-wide blade, the Kubota KX040-4 6-in-1 Blade is perfect for getting the job done. Kubota's hydraulic 6-in-1 Blade can be angled right and left, tilted as well. This blade enables six different positions: neutral, float up, left-end-up, right-end-up, left-end-forward and right-end-forward. This feature makes leveling and backfilling work easy, even on inclines and uneven terrain, making you more productive and efficient. Kubota is the world’s #1 selling compact excavator for 20 years

According to 2024 data from Off-Highway Research including all Kubota Group brand sales.

Features may include:

Extendable Dipper

Increase the total working range of the popular KX033-4. The extendable dipper extension increases the reach by 16” and dig depth by 20” compared to the standard KX033-4.

Clean Running Kubota Tier 4 Engine

Kubota excavators are all powered by Kubota Tier 4 emission engines. The modern engine design maximizes digging and lifting performance, delivers minimized noise and vibration and meets the latest engine emission regulation.

Two Speed Travel

All Kubota excavators have a two speed drive that allows for efficient machine maneuverability and backfill operations.

Changeable Control Pattern

Convenient Two-pattern Selection System (TPSS) allows you to change between ISO and SAE operating patterns with a quick flip of the TPSS switch – without tools or leaving your seat.

Comfort & Convenience

A spacious operator station designed for greater comfort, with a fully flat floor for more legroom

Digital panel with easy access, simple settings and easy-to-read indicators and alerts

Easy cab entry and exit

Easy-open front slide window

Wrist rest

Cup holder

Serviceability

Front pin bushings to help maximize durability

Centralized swivel bearing lubrication

Protected cylinder hoses

Steel hood panels

One-sided engine maintenance

Wide hood openings for easy access to engine and other vital components

Engine

Engine Manufacturer Kubota

Engine D1803-CR-TE4

Engine Power 40.4 hp

Displacement 111.4 cu. in.

Operational

Operating Conditions Bucket Breakout Force: 9535 lbs (4325 kgf) | Arm Breakout Force: 4112 lbs (1865 kgf)

Operating Speed Traveling - High: 1.8 mph (2.9 kph) | Traveling - Low: 3.1 mph (5.0 kph)

Hydraulics

Hydraulic Pump 24.4 gpm (92.4 lpm)

Hydraulic Flow Auxiliary: 17.2 gpm (65 lpm) / 9.8 gpm (37 lpm)

Maximum Pressure Ground Contact: Rubber canopy/cab: 4.87 psi (33.6 kgf (cm2) / 5.02 psi (34.6 kgf (cm2), Steel canopy/cab: 4.95 psi (34.1kgf (cm2) / 5.10 psi (35.2kgf (cm2)

Dimensions

Overall Length 16ft 8.2in (5085 mm)

Overall Height 8ft 1.8in (2485 mm) / 8ft 1.8in (2485 mm)

Overall Width 5ft 10.9in (1800 mm)

Ground Clearance 12.99in (330 mm)

Length Crawler: 7ft 1.6in (2175 mm)

Width Blade: 5ft 10.9in (1800 mm)

Height Blade: 15.2in (385 mm)

Capacities

Oil capacity Hydraulic: 11.1 gal (42 l) / 19.6 gal (74 l)

Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal (64 l)

Weights

Weight, In Running Order Operating: Rubber: 9900 lbs (4490 kg) / 10210 lbs (4630 kg), Steel: 10050 lbs (4560 kg) / 10360 lbs (4700 kg)

2026 Kubota Compact Excavators KX040-4 6-in-1 Blade