Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs JCB 8008 CTS
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 2,481kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 2,481kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | JCB 8008 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 1,006 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 | - | 1.69 m |
| Transport width | - | 0.7 m |
| Transport length | - | 2.68 m |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, JCB 8008 CTS. 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 2,481kg
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 8008 CTS if...
The JCB 8008 CTS is a micro excavator sized to fit through a standard doorway, making it a fixture on UK internal strip-out, basement and confined-access hire fleets. Its short tail swing lets it work close to walls in spaces a 1.5-2 tonne machine cannot reach. It is typically hired for a specific job rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the JCB 8008 CTS?
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 2,481kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work.
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