Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Hitachi 33U
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 12kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 12kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Hitachi 33U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 3,487 kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | - |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | - |
| Width | - | 1,550 mm |
| Rated power ISO 9249 | - | 21.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net) |
| Fuel tank | - | 42.0 L |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Hitachi 33U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 12kg
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z specifications →Buy or hire the 33U if...
A compact tracked excavator from Hitachi's smaller size class, used for groundworks, drainage and landscaping jobs too tight for a larger machine. It is bought and sold through the used plant market rather than as a current Hitachi catalogue model.
Listed by
- Plant Sales Northern Ireland | P & A Plant Sales - Ballynahinch
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Hitachi 33U?
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 12kg. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class.
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