Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Kubota KX030-4
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 1kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 2790 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | 2870 mm |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 17.7 kw |
| Width | - | 1500 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Kubota KX030-4. 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 1kW 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 KX030-4 if...
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Kubota KX030-4?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 1kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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