Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs JCB 8008 CTS
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator. The JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work.
Last reviewed 2 November 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | JCB 8008 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 1,006 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 1.69 m |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | - |
| Transport width | - | 0.7 m |
| Transport length | - | 2.68 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, JCB 8008 CTS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX350LC-6 if...
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 8008 CTS if...
The JCB 8008 CTS is a micro excavator sized to fit through a standard doorway, making it a fixture on UK internal strip-out, basement and confined-access hire fleets. Its short tail swing lets it work close to walls in spaces a 1.5-2 tonne machine cannot reach. It is typically hired for a specific job rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the JCB 8008 CTS?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work.
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