Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs JCB 8018 CTS
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 32,378kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 32,378kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | JCB 8018 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 1,822kg with cab, standard dipper, 18in bucket, full tanks and operator |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 2,470mm with dozer blade raised, 2,570mm lowered |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,028mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, JCB 8018 CTS. 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 32,378kg
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 8018 CTS if...
A very compact machine for groundworkers and landscapers working in domestic gardens, narrow access sites and occasionally indoors. The small footprint is the whole selling point over a 2 to 3 tonne machine, and it is what decides whether the job is possible at all.
Full 8018 CTS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the JCB 8018 CTS?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 32,378kg. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the JCB 8018 CTS is a 1.8 tonne tracked mini excavator.
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