Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,787kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,787kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Fuel tank | 42.0 L | 27 l |
| Width | 1,550 mm | - |
| Rated power ISO 9249 | 21.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net) | - |
| Engine power | - | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 1,787kg
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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,787kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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