Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs Kubota KX71-3
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator. The Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | Kubota KX71-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | approx. 6,550lb (2,970kg) |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | - |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Length | - | 14ft 11in |
| Width | - | 4ft 11in |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, Kubota KX71-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX210LC-7 if...
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 KX71-3 if...
A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the Kubota KX71-3?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
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