Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs JCB 9T-2
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 28.8 tonnes and has 155kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 28.8 tonnes.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 155kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | JCB 9T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 5,400kg |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 55kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | - |
| Payload | - | 9,000kg |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, JCB 9T-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 is the bigger machine by 28.8 tonnes
- you want one that has 155kW 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 9T-2 if...
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the JCB 9T-2?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 28.8 tonnes and has 155kW more power. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper.
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