Used Kubota KX165 Excavator

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Detailed Introduction of Kubota KX165 Excavator

The Kubota KX165 series (the latest mass-produced variant is KX165-5) is a 5.5~6 ton class compact excavator developed by Kubota Corporation, the Japanese multinational leading global small & medium construction equipment, agricultural machinery and industrial engine manufacturing. It is positioned as a high-flexibility, high-durability small excavation solution for narrow-space scenarios, and is widely recognized by operators in municipal engineering, landscaping, residential construction and utility installation sectors worldwide.

Core Specifications

Item	Parameter
Operating Weight	5,510 – 5,780 kg (varies by cab/canopy, track and attachment configuration)
Power System	Kubota original V2607-CR-TE4 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, compliant with EU Stage V / US EPA Tier 4 Final / China National IV emission standards, rated net power 42.4 kW (56.9 hp) at 2,200 rpm
Bucket Capacity	0.12 – 0.24 m³
Max Digging Depth	3,860 mm
Max Horizontal Digging Reach	6,240 mm
Max Dumping Height	4,180 mm
Swing Speed	9 rpm
Travel Speed	2.8 km/h (low speed) / 4.8 km/h (high speed)
Standard Ground Pressure (rubber track)	33 kPa

Key Performance Advantages

Zero Tail Swing (ZTS) Patented DesignThe entire superstructure rotates fully within the track width, eliminating rear overhang risk during operation. Operators do not need to reserve extra space for rear swing when working in confined scenes such as narrow urban roads, indoor demolition sites, or between residential buildings, greatly improving operation safety and work efficiency in restricted areas.
Efficient Power & Hydraulic SystemEquipped with Kubota's high-pressure common rail fuel injection system and mature exhaust aftertreatment technology, the engine delivers strong low-end torque while keeping average fuel consumption at only 3.5~4.5 L/h under standard working conditions, reducing long-term operation costs. The load-sensing hydraulic system precisely matches flow output to actual operation demands, providing smooth, responsive and high-precision control of boom, arm and bucket movements, which is ideal for delicate tasks such as pipe laying and landscaping finishing.
Wide Attachment CompatibilityThe standard dual adjustable auxiliary hydraulic circuits (maximum flow up to 80 L/min) support more than 20 types of attachments, including hydraulic breakers, augers, grapples, tilt buckets and plate compactors, greatly expanding the machine's application scope.

Operator Comfort & Safety Design

Certified Cab/Canopy Options: Both ROPS/TOPS certified enclosed cab and open canopy are optional. The enclosed cab adopts full noise reduction design (interior noise ≤78 dB(A)), is equipped with ergonomic lumbar support seat, fully adjustable control levers, high-efficiency heating and air conditioning system, and panoramic windows for 360° unobstructed visibility, effectively reducing operator fatigue during long shifts.
Intelligent Control Mode: Operators can switch between 3 working modes via the panel: Power mode provides maximum output for heavy digging tasks; Eco mode reduces fuel consumption by up to 15% for light-duty work; Auto idle function automatically lowers engine speed when controls are not operated for 3 seconds, cutting unnecessary fuel waste and noise.
**Comprehensive Safety Configuration: Anti-slip entry steps and handrails, travel alarm, automatic swing lock, overload warning system are standard, and rear view camera is optional for high configurations to eliminate blind spots.

Maintenance Convenience

All regular service points (engine oil filter, fuel filter, air filter, coolant reservoir, hydraulic oil check port) are centrally arranged, and can be easily accessed via wide-opening rear and side hoods, no need to disassemble extra components for daily inspection. The long-life hydraulic oil filter extends replacement interval to 1,000 operating hours, and the engine oil change interval is 500 hours, greatly reducing downtime. The on-board digital monitoring panel displays real-time operating data, fault codes and maintenance reminders, supporting fast troubleshooting.

Typical Application Scenarios

Municipal works: Trench digging for water, gas and power pipelines, road repair, sidewalk construction
Landscaping: Terrain shaping, tree planting pit digging, irrigation trench excavation
Residential construction: Small building foundation digging, site clearance, material handling
Demolition: Indoor demolition, small building dismantling with hydraulic breakers
Agricultural projects: Orchard management, farmland renovation, greenhouse construction

Kubota also provides optional configurations for customized demands, including steel tracks for rocky sites, rubber track pads to protect paved roads, extendable undercarriage for extra stability, quick coupler for 1-minute attachment switching, heated seat, etc. With high reliability, low operation cost and global after-sales service network, the KX165 is one of the most popular compact excavator models in the 5~6 ton class, with a very high resale value in the second-hand equipment market.

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