Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs Kubota K008-5
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 2,512kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 2,512kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 975kg |
| 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 | - | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | - | 7.6kW |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, Kubota K008-5. 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 2,512kg
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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the Kubota K008-5?
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 2,512kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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