Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs Kubota U27-4
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 19,310kg and digs 3.36m (11ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 19,310kg.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 digs 3.36m (11ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | 2,820mm maximum |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, Kubota U27-4. 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 19,310kg
- you want one that digs 3.36m (11ft) 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 U27-4 if...
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 19,310kg and digs 3.36m (11ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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