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Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Takeuchi TB235-2
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator. The Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Takeuchi TB235-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 3465 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | 3245 mm |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | - |
| Dump height | - | 3595 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 27.1 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Takeuchi TB235-2. 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 TB235-2 if...
A popular 3.5 tonne class digger for groundworks, drainage, utilities and landscaping contractors, and a regular hire fleet size. Suits trenching and foundation digging where more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine is needed.
Full TB235-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Takeuchi TB235-2?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
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