Liugong 908E VS XCMG XE80C Excavator

₹28 - 32 lakh^*

Liugong 908E

Weight

7500 Kg
Bucket

0.32 m³
Dig. Depth

4030 mm
Engine

Yanmar 62 HP
Warranty

1 Yr. / 2000 hr.
Boom

3710 mm

Small (6-15 Ton)

₹28 - 30 lakh^*

XCMG XE80C

Weight

7460 Kg
Bucket

0.18 - 0.30 m³
Dig. Depth

4020 mm
Engine

Kubota 57.6 HP
Warranty

1 Yr. / 2000 hr.
Boom

3720 mm

Small (6-15 Ton)

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The comparisons provided are based on the technical specifications published by the respective OEMs on their official websites and brochures. Please confirm these details directly with the OEMs before macking any final decision.

Liugong 908E VS XCMG XE80C Excavator

Liugong 908E

₹28 - 32 lakh

XCMG XE80C

₹28 - 30 lakh

Particulars	Liugong 908E	XCMG XE80C

Liugong 908E vs XCMG XE80C: Which One to Buy?

The short answer is width against strength. The XCMG XE80C is narrower, so it gets into lanes and gaps other machines cannot, and it comes with a standard AC cabin. The Liugong 908E digs harder, carries a bigger bucket and can be ordered with GPS. Both are 8-ton class mini excavators for city work, pipelines, small foundations and farm jobs.

For an owner-operator the decision is usually about the sites you can reach. If your work is inside old city areas, narrow compounds and between buildings, the slimmer XE80C wins jobs the other machine has to refuse. If you dig hard soil, load small tippers or run the machine on rent, the stronger digging force and bigger bucket of the 908E finish work faster, and GPS helps you watch hours when the machine is out. Both brands are Chinese, so check dealer distance and parts stock near your site. See the Liugong range, the XCMG range, or read our mini excavator guide.

XCMG XE80C Excavator

Pros:

Powerful and reliable Kubota engine with 57.6 HP and maximum torque of 222.5 Nm
Compact design with an overall width of 1740 mm allowing for operations in restricted spaces
Standard AC cabin for operator comfort
Decent gradeability of 35° suitable for various terrains

Cons:

Smaller bucket capacity range of 0.18 - 0.30 m³ compared to competitor
Lack of GPS option limits tracking and fleet management capabilities
Details such as mileage, ground bearing pressure and digging force are not available

Liugong 908E Excavator

Pros:

Optional GPS for advanced tracking and operational management
Slightly higher engine power and bucket capacity (62 HP and 0.32 m³ respectively)
Better bucket digging force of 56 kN and arm force of 36 kN enhancing efficiency
Higher ground bearing capacity at 33.3 kPa

Cons:

Longer undercarriage length may affect maneuverability in tight spaces
Although gradeability percentage is the same as the competitor, the given 70% figure appears to be an incorrect representation of 35°
Higher operating weight could impact transport and operating costs

Closing Recommendation

Both are useful 8-ton class mini excavators, so pick by the sites you take and the soil you dig. Choose the XCMG XE80C when access is tight, when a narrow body helps you get through small gates and work between walls, and when a standard AC cabin keeps your driver comfortable in a hot area. Choose the Liugong 908E when you dig hard or stony ground and want more digging force, when a bigger bucket moves more per pass, and when GPS helps you watch a machine that is out on hire. So match the machine to your work: XCMG XE80C for tight access and driver comfort, Liugong 908E for hard digging and rental tracking.