Increase efficiency dramatically.
Put a KX161-3 Angle Blade Excavator
to work for you.
Three decades of invaluable experience. It's what Kubota tapped to create one of the most impressive compact excavators to date: the KX161-3. Equipped with the advanced Load Sensing System, angle blade (optional), and tight tail swing, it puts you in total command of any demolition, construction, or utility application.
Improved visibility. Now you see them. Now you don’t. Blind spots have been virtually eliminated for a wider, clearer and safer operating view.
Large operating space with suspension seat. This roomy compact lets you work all day in comfort. It offers a more spacious and comfortable operator’s space than standard tail swing machines. Plus, a full suspension seat comes standard with armrests, a high-back and adjustable height and spring firmness, to further reduce operator fatigue.
Auto idle system. With the new standard auto idling system, an impressive machine even sitting still. Four seconds after the operation lever is returned to the neutral position, the engine cycle will automatically decelerate to its idling rpm. When the operation lever is moved again, the engine cycle automatically returns to its previous operating rpm. This feature improves safety, dramatically decreases operation noise and reduces fuel consumption by approximately 10%.
Stronger breakout and traction force.
Break out of any rut with Kubota’s innovative hydraulic setting.
The bucket breakout and traction force is the strongest in its class. And its unmatched power and efficiency make it ideal for trenching and dozer work.
Hydraulic angle blade. The Angle Blade requires only simple movement of the Dozer Lever not only to easily and accurately be raised or lowered, but also to adjust its angle of operation by as much as 25 degrees to either the left or the right. For backfilling operations, this outstanding feature means that the Angle Blade can be set to push excavated earth - regardless of which side of the trench it is piled upon - into the opening while the Kubota Model Excavator moves forward. As the need for repetitive repositioning at right angles to the trench being backfilled is eliminated, overall operational efficiency is significantly enhanced.
TPSS (two pattern selection system). Change between backhoe and excavator operating patterns at the flick of a switch, without tools or getting out of the seat!
Tight rear tail swing. This is damage control at its best. For greater visibility and rear end protection, the cropped and contoured rear overhang is only 4.5 inches, for one of the tightest tail swings in the industry. Plus, the engine hood, is placed inside the counterweight for added interior component protection and stability. Now, work in complete confidence knowing that Kubota has done its part to keep your running and repair costs to a minimum.
Load sensing hydraulic system. At last, a smart, no nonsense hydraulic system in a compact excavator. That’s what you get from the load sensing hydraulic system. Kubota has applied its unique and advanced hydraulic setting to the load sensing system by eliminating unnecessary oil flow and wasted energy for smoother operation. Control valves automatically regulate and distribute the optimum amount of oil to each cylinder based on the weight of the load. Now, operators need not change lever strokes to adjust the amount of oil required for different job loads. Instead, users need only concentrate on the feather touch control levers for fluid operation regardless of the load size. As a result, ease of use as well as fuel efficiency is improved. In fact, fuel consumption is reduced by an astounding 20%.
Clean, efficient, powerful Kubota diesel engine. Kubota excavators feature proven Kubota diesel engines. Performance matched to each excavator, they provide dependable power at low sound levels with the highest fuel efficiency while meeting emissions standards. In cold weather, the super glow preheat system ensures engine starts as low as -20ºC in 10 seconds! Easily accessible dual element air cleaners provide extra protection in the toughest conditions. And an electric fuel pump automatically bleeds the fuel lines should the fuel run out.
