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Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 73kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 73kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | - |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power 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 has 73kW 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 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.
Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 73kW more power. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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