Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs JCB 8018 CTS
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 20,078kg and digs 3.71m (12ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 20,078kg.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 digs 3.71m (12ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | JCB 8018 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 1,822kg with cab, standard dipper, 18in bucket, full tanks and operator |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | 2,470mm with dozer blade raised, 2,570mm lowered |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,028mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, JCB 8018 CTS. 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 20,078kg
- you want one that digs 3.71m (12ft) 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 8018 CTS if...
A very compact machine for groundworkers and landscapers working in domestic gardens, narrow access sites and occasionally indoors. The small footprint is the whole selling point over a 2 to 3 tonne machine, and it is what decides whether the job is possible at all.
Full 8018 CTS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the JCB 8018 CTS?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 20,078kg and digs 3.71m (12ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the JCB 8018 CTS is a 1.8 tonne tracked mini excavator.
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