Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs Kubota KX71-3
The Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3,063kg. The Hitachi 33U is 33cm (1ft) wider.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3,063kg.
- Width: the Hitachi 33U is 33cm (1ft) wider.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | Kubota KX71-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | approx. 6,550lb (2,970kg) |
| Width | 1,550 mm | 4ft 11in |
| Rated power ISO 9249 | 21.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net) | - |
| Fuel tank | 42.0 L | - |
| Length | - | 14ft 11in |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, Kubota KX71-3. 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 33cm (1ft) wider
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 KX71-3 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,063kg
A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the Kubota KX71-3?
The Kubota KX71-3 is the bigger machine by 3,063kg. The Hitachi 33U is 33cm (1ft) wider. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
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