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Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Kubota KX71-3

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator. The Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 - image: Hitachi
KX71-3
Kubota KX71-3

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7Kubota KX71-3
Operating weight14,100 - 16,300kgapprox. 6,550lb (2,970kg)
Dig depth5,310 - 5,800mm-
Engine power74kW-
Length-14ft 11in
Width-4ft 11in

Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Kubota KX71-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...

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.

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Buy or hire the KX71-3 if...

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.

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Full KX71-3 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Kubota KX71-3?

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.

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