Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs JCB 35Z-1
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 0kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 0kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 3556 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | 3.48 m |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 18.4 kW |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, JCB 35Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
- you want one that has 0kW more power
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 0kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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