Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 19,510kg and has 110kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 19,510kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 110kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 18.9kW |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, JCB STH-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 19,510kg
- you want one that has 110kW more power
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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 19,510kg and has 110kW more power. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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