Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Volvo A30G
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator. The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Volvo A30G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | - |
| Transport dimensions | - | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Volvo A30G. 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 A30G if...
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Volvo A30G?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
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