Head to head
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 480kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 480kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 74kW | 55,4 kW |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Mecalac 6MCR. 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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 480kW more power
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 480kW more power. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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