Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs JCB 86C-2
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 162kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 162kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | JCB 86C-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 8600 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 4.52 m |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 48 kW |
| Dump height | - | 5.39 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, JCB 86C-2. 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 162kW more power
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 86C-2 if...
Used by groundworks and civils contractors for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading on housing and utility sites. Hire fleets stock it as the step between mini diggers and full-size excavators.
Full 86C-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the JCB 86C-2?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 162kW more power. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator.
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