Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,097kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,097kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 2,390kg |
| 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 | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
| Engine power | - | 18.9kW |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. 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 1,097kg
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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,097kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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