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Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Liebherr L556 XPower

The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 14.6 tonnes.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX350LC-6
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 - image: Flannery Plant Hire
Liebherr L556 XPower
Liebherr L556 XPower - image: Liebherr

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX350LC-6Liebherr L556 XPower
Operating weight34,200 - 36,300kg19,600 - 21,600 kg
Dig depth6,500 - 7,380mm-
Engine power210kW (ISO14396)-
Tipping load-9,300 - 13,750 kg
Bucket capacity-2.80 - 10.00 m3
Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120-183 kW / 249 HP

Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Liebherr L556 XPower. 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 14.6 tonnes

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.

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Full ZX350LC-6 specifications →

Buy or hire the L556 XPower if...

A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.

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Full L556 XPower specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Liebherr L556 XPower?

The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 14.6 tonnes. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.

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