Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Takeuchi TB250-2
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator. The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Takeuchi TB250-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 5120kg |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | - |
| Ground reach | - | 5985mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 37.2 kN |
| Arm digging force | - | 22.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Takeuchi TB250-2. 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 TB250-2 if...
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Takeuchi TB250-2?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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