Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 0kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 0kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. 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 0kW 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 ECR40 if...
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 has 0kW more power. The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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