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Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6

The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 168kW more power and is the bigger machine by 25,770kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

ZX350LC-6
Hitachi ZX350LC-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 - image: Barnes Plant Sales Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX350LC-6Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Operating weight34,200 - 36,300kg8,430 - 9,060kg
Dig depth6,500 - 7,380mm3,910 - 4,510mm
Engine power210kW (ISO14396)42.4kW

Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Hitachi ZX85USB-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ZX350LC-6 if...

  • you want one that has 168kW more power
  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 25,770kg

Sized for bulk earthmoving, quarry and large groundworks contractors who need high dig depth and bucket capacity rather than tight site manoeuvrability. It sits above the typical hire-fleet mid-range and suits larger civils and demolition packages.

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Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...

A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.

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Full ZX85USB-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?

The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 168kW more power and is the bigger machine by 25,770kg. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

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