Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Kubota K008-3
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 2,340kg and has 11kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 2,340kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 11kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Kubota K008-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 980kg |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Kubota K008-3. 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 is the bigger machine by 2,340kg
- you want one that has 11kW 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 K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Kubota K008-3?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is the bigger machine by 2,340kg and has 11kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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