Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 17,060kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 17,060kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 4,840kg |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | - |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel. 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 is the bigger machine by 17,060kg
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 17,060kg. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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