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Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Komatsu PC210LC-11

The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator. The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is a a mid-size crawler excavator with a long undercarriage for heavy digging and truck loading..

Last reviewed 9 November 2026

Hitachi ZX33U-6
Hitachi ZX33U-6 - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery
PC210LC-11
Komatsu PC210LC-11

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX33U-6Komatsu PC210LC-11
Operating weight3,320 - 3,720kg23240 (kg); 51231 (lbs)
Engine power18.8kW165 (HP); 123 (kW)
Dig depth2,790 - 3,130mm-
Bucket capacity-0.97 (m); 1.27 (yd)

Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Komatsu PC210LC-11. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...

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.

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Buy or hire the PC210LC-11 if...

Civil contractors and hire fleets use this crawler excavator for earthmoving, trench work and loading lorries. Its hydrostatic swing and steady hydraulic output help it keep pace through repeated digging cycles. It is a common choice where a larger machine is needed for longer, heavier shifts on big sites.

Full PC210LC-11 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Komatsu PC210LC-11?

The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Komatsu PC210LC-11 is a a mid-size crawler excavator with a long undercarriage for heavy digging and truck loading..

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