Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Kubota K008-3
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 33,220kg and has 203kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 33,220kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 203kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Kubota K008-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 980kg |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Kubota K008-3. 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 33,220kg
- you want one that has 203kW 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 K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Kubota K008-3?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 33,220kg and has 203kW more power. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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