Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs JCB 3CX
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 26,065kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 26,065kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | JCB 3CX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 8,135kg standard and Contractor, 8,435kg on 3CX Super |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 4.24m with standard dipper, up to 5.46m with Extradig |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, JCB 3CX. 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 is the bigger machine by 26,065kg
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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 3CX if...
The machine most people picture when they think of a building site, and still the default where one machine has to both dig and load. Groundworkers and utilities contractors buy it precisely to avoid putting two machines on a small site.
Full 3CX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the JCB 3CX?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 26,065kg. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the JCB 3CX is a wheeled backhoe loader.
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