Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs Kubota K008-5
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 20,925kg and has 121kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 20,925kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 121kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 digs 4.46m (14.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 7.6kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, Kubota K008-5. 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 20,925kg
- you want one that has 121kW more power
- you want one that digs 4.46m (14.5ft) 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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 20,925kg and has 121kW more power. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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