Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 55,4 kW |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Mecalac 6MCR. 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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 535kW more power
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 535kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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