Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Kubota KX71-3
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator. The Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Kubota KX71-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | approx. 6,550lb (2,970kg) |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | - |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | - |
| Length | - | 14ft 11in |
| Width | - | 4ft 11in |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Kubota KX71-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX350LC-6 if...
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 KX71-3 if...
A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Kubota KX71-3?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
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