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Hitachi ZX170W-6 vs JCB 86C-2
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator. The JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX170W-6 | JCB 86C-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | up to 5,830mm (5,720mm with 2-piece boom, 2.50m arm) | 4.52 m |
| Operating weight | - | 8600 kg |
| Dump height | - | 5.39 m |
| Engine power | - | 48 kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX170W-6, JCB 86C-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX170W-6 if...
A larger wheeled digger for contractors handling bigger drainage, sewer and groundworks packages who still need to drive between sites on the public road. The extra size over the 145W gives more reach and breakout force.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 86C-2 if...
Used by groundworks and civils contractors for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading on housing and utility sites. Hire fleets stock it as the step between mini diggers and full-size excavators.
Full 86C-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX170W-6 and the JCB 86C-2?
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator; the JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator.
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