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Groundhog SW 6100 D vs Hitachi 33U

The Groundhog SW 6100 D is a static anti-vandal welfare unit for eight people. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Groundhog SW 6100 D
Groundhog SW 6100 D - image: Groundhog
Hitachi 33U
Hitachi 33U - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia

Specifications side by side

Groundhog SW 6100 DHitachi 33U
Fuel tank300 Litres42.0 L
Seating8 people-
Generator9.8 kVA-
Length6100 mm-
Unladen weight4,000 kg-
Operating weight-3,487 kg
Width-1,550 mm
Rated power ISO 9249-21.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net)

Sources: Groundhog SW 6100 D, Hitachi 33U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the SW 6100 D if...

Lift-on static welfare unit for construction, rail and highways contractors. Includes drying area, toilet and generator. The figures below are from the maker's own page.

Full SW 6100 D 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.

Full 33U specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Groundhog SW 6100 D and the Hitachi 33U?

The Groundhog SW 6100 D is a static anti-vandal welfare unit for eight people; the Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class.

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