Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs JCB 25Z-1
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 937kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 937kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | JCB 25Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 2550 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 | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2.82 m |
| Dump height | - | 3 m |
| Engine power | - | 18.4 kW |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, JCB 25Z-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 937kg
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 25Z-1 if...
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the JCB 25Z-1?
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 937kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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