Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs JCB 3CX
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator. The JCB 3CX is a wheeled backhoe loader.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | JCB 3CX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 8,135kg standard and Contractor, 8,435kg on 3CX Super |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | 4.24m with standard dipper, up to 5.46m with Extradig |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, JCB 3CX. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX210LC-7 if...
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 3CX if...
The machine most people picture when they think of a building site, and still the default where one machine has to both dig and load. Groundworkers and utilities contractors buy it precisely to avoid putting two machines on a small site.
Full 3CX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the JCB 3CX?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the JCB 3CX is a wheeled backhoe loader.
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