Head to head
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs JCB 9T-2
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 8.7 tonnes and has 19kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 8.7 tonnes.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 19kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | JCB 9T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 5,400kg |
| Engine power | 74kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | - |
| Payload | - | 9,000kg |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, JCB 9T-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 is the bigger machine by 8.7 tonnes
- you want one that has 19kW 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 9T-2 if...
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the JCB 9T-2?
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 8.7 tonnes and has 19kW more power. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper.
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