Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 31,810kg and has 191kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 31,810kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 191kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 18.9kW |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. 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 31,810kg
- you want one that has 191kW 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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 31,810kg and has 191kW more power. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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