Head to head
Bobcat E55z vs Hitachi ZX350LC-6
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 28,929kg and has 174kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 28,929kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 174kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E55z | Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5271kg | 34,200 - 36,300kg |
| Dig depth | 3434mm | 6,500 - 7,380mm |
| Engine power | 36.4kW | 210kW (ISO14396) |
| Breakout force | 30.99kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E55z, Hitachi ZX350LC-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E55z if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 5.3 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3434mm. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
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Buy or hire the ZX350LC-6 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 28,929kg
- you want one that has 174kW more power
Sized for bulk earthmoving, quarry and large groundworks contractors who need high dig depth and bucket capacity rather than tight site manoeuvrability. It sits above the typical hire-fleet mid-range and suits larger civils and demolition packages.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E55z and the Hitachi ZX350LC-6?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 28,929kg and has 174kW more power. The Bobcat E55z is a midi excavator, zero tail swing, 3 to 6 tonnes; the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator.
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