Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Hitachi ZX33U-6
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Hitachi ZX33U-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 18.8kW |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 3,320 - 3,720kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2,790 - 3,130mm |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Hitachi ZX33U-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GEO 900 if...
A crawler-mounted rig for geotechnical investigation, water well and geothermal drilling, adaptable to several drilling methods on the same base machine. Ground investigation and specialist drilling contractors hire it rather than general groundworks firms.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the Hitachi ZX33U-6?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator.
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