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Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs JCB 50Z-2
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 38kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 38kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | JCB 50Z-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 5030 kg |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | 3.65 m |
| Engine power | 74kW | 36 kW |
| Dump height | - | 4.08 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, JCB 50Z-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...
- you want one that has 38kW more power
Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the 50Z-2 if...
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the JCB 50Z-2?
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 38kW more power. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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