Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs Kubota KX060-5
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 81kW more power and digs 2.31m (7.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 81kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 digs 2.31m (7.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | Kubota KX060-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 5441 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | 3875 mm |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 47.6 kw |
| Width | - | 1960 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, Kubota KX060-5. 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 has 81kW more power
- you want one that digs 2.31m (7.5ft) 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 KX060-5 if...
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the Kubota KX060-5?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 81kW more power and digs 2.31m (7.5ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator.
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