Head to head
Avant 640 vs Hitachi ZX33U-6
The Avant 640 has 9kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 9kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Hitachi ZX33U-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 18.8kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 3,320 - 3,720kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,790 - 3,130mm |
Sources: Avant 640, Hitachi ZX33U-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 9kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Hitachi ZX33U-6?
The Avant 640 has 9kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator.
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