Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Kubota U27-4
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 31,610kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 31,610kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 2,820mm maximum |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Kubota U27-4. 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 31,610kg
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 U27-4 if...
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Kubota U27-4?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 31,610kg. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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