Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs JCB 16C-1
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,738kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,738kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | JCB 16C-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 1749 kg |
| 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 | - |
| Engine power | - | 11.7 kW |
| Dig depth | - | 2.57 m |
| Dump height | - | 2.63 m |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, JCB 16C-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 33U if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,738kg
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
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the JCB 16C-1?
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,738kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator.
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