Head to head
Bobcat S450 vs Hitachi ZX33U-6
The Bobcat S450 has 17kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bobcat S450 has 17kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat S450 | Hitachi ZX33U-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2365kg | 3,320 - 3,720kg |
| Engine power | 35.9kW rated (48.1kW max, Kubota V2403 diesel) | 18.8kW |
| Rated operating capacity | 608kg (ISO 14397-1) | - |
| Lift height | 2.8m | - |
| Tipping load | 1215kg | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,790 - 3,130mm |
Sources: Bobcat S450, Hitachi ZX33U-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S450 if...
- you want one that has 17kW more power
Bobcat's entry-level skid steer, small enough for tight domestic and groundworks sites but still able to run a full range of buckets and attachments. Plant hire fleets keep it as their smallest skid steer for jobs a mini digger cannot reach.
Listed by
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
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 Bobcat S450 and the Hitachi ZX33U-6?
The Bobcat S450 has 17kW more power. The Bobcat S450 is a compact skid steer loader; the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator.
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