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KX040-4 6-in-1 Blade

Compact Excavators

MSRP As Low As§
$69,456.00
Cab option available, see dealer for pricing

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, and now, tilted as well. This blade enables six different positions: neutral, floatup, left-end-up, right-end-up, leftend-forward and right-end-forward. This feature makes leveling and backfilling work incredibly easy, even on inclines and uneven terrain, making you more productive and more efficient. 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.

 

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Features

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Angle Blade Optional Hydraulic Angle Blade*

Save time and work more efficiently. With a simple movement of the new thumb operated rocker switch on the dozer lever, the hydraulic angle blade (optional) can be angled to the right or left to push soil to the side as the machine moves forward, eliminating the need for repetitive repositioning at right angles when backfilling trenches.

*Available on KX033-4, KX040-4, KX057-5, KX080-4S, KX080-5

Hydraulic 6-in-1 Blade

Hydraulic 6-in-1 Blade

Kubota's hydraulic 6-in-1 Blade can be angled right and left – and now, 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 incredibly easy, even on inclines and uneven terrain, making you more productive and more efficient.

*Available on KX040-4

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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.

auto downshift

Two Speed Travel

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

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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.

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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
  • Optional cab
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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 

Auxiliary

  • Proportional flow control of auxiliary circuit (AUX1) and maximum oil flow setting – you can operate a larger variety of auxiliary attachments than ever before
  • Proportional AUX flow switch – a convenient bi-directional switch enables easy operation of hydraulic thumbs and other hydraulic attachments such as augers and breakers
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Angle Blade Optional Hydraulic Angle Blade*

Save time and work more efficiently. With a simple movement of the new thumb operated rocker switch on the dozer lever, the hydraulic angle blade (optional) can be angled to the right or left to push soil to the side as the machine moves forward, eliminating the need for repetitive repositioning at right angles when backfilling trenches.

*Available on KX033-4, KX040-4, KX057-5, KX080-4S, KX080-5

Hydraulic 6-in-1 Blade

Hydraulic 6-in-1 Blade

Kubota's hydraulic 6-in-1 Blade can be angled right and left – and now, 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 incredibly easy, even on inclines and uneven terrain, making you more productive and more efficient.

*Available on KX040-4

KX018-4_Cat No.8794-01-EU_Page_3_Image_0004

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.

auto downshift

Two Speed Travel

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

TPSS__

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.

h_MG_4510-KX033

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
  • Optional cab
IMG_5823

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 

Auxiliary

  • Proportional flow control of auxiliary circuit (AUX1) and maximum oil flow setting – you can operate a larger variety of auxiliary attachments than ever before
  • Proportional AUX flow switch – a convenient bi-directional switch enables easy operation of hydraulic thumbs and other hydraulic attachments such as augers and breakers

Specs & Compare

Compare Kubota Models
KX040-4 6-in-1 Blade
40.4 HP
MSRP AS LOW AS§
$69,456.00
  • Engine Model
    Kubota D1803-CR-TE4
  • Horsepower (gross)
    40.4
  • Displacement (cu. in.)
    111.4
  • Overall Length, ft (mm)
    16ft 8.2in (5085)
  • Overall Height, ft (mm)
    8ft 1.8in (2485) / 8ft 1.8in (2485)
  • Overall Width, ft (mm)
    5ft 10.9in (1800)
  • Min. Ground Clearance, in (mm)
    12.99in (330)
  • Crawler Length, ft (mm)
    7ft 1.6in (2175)
  • Pump Capacity, GPM (LPM)
    24.4 (92.4)
  • Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow Rate, GPM (LPM)
    17.2 (65) / 9.8 (37)
  • Bucket Breakout Force, lbs (kgf)
    9535 (4325)
  • Arm Breakout Force, lbs (kgf)
    4112 (1865)
  • Traveling Speed: High, mph (kph)
    1.8 (2.9)
  • Traveling Speed: Low, mph (kph)
    3.1 (5.0)
  • Ground Contact Pressure psi, kgf (cm2)
    Rubber canopy/cab: 4.87 (33.6) / 5.02 (34.6), Steel canopy/cab: 4.95 (34.1) / 5.10 (35.2)
  • Blade Width, ft (mm)
    5ft 10.9in (1800)
  • Blade Height, in (mm)
    15.2in (385)
  • Hydraulic Oil Reservoir / System, gal (l)
    11.1 (42) / 19.6 (74)
  • Fuel Reservoir, gal (l)
    16.9 (64)
  • Operating Weight, lbs (kg)
    Rubber: 9900 (4490) / 10210 (4630), Steel: 10050 (4560) / 10360 (4700)
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§The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes tax, dealer fees, and optional equipment. The equipment shown is for illustrative purposes only and may not be base equipment.

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