Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs JCB 19C-1
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 117kW more power and digs 3.37m (11ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 117kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 digs 3.37m (11ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | JCB 19C-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 1910 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | 2.81 m |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 11.7 kW |
| Dump height | - | 2.81 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, JCB 19C-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX210LC-7 if...
- you want one that has 117kW more power
- you want one that digs 3.37m (11ft) deeper
A mainstream medium excavator for groundworks, bulk dig and drainage contractors who need reliable output without stepping up to a large-plant class. A common size for muckshifting and foundation packages on housing and commercial sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 19C-1 if...
A small, easily towed digger for hire fleets and groundworkers on domestic extensions, drainage runs and service trenches. Suits jobs where a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full 19C-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the JCB 19C-1?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 117kW more power and digs 3.37m (11ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the JCB 19C-1 is a 2 tonne class conventional-tailswing mini excavator.
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