Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Mecalac 9MDX
The Mecalac 9MDX has 344kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 344kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Mecalac 9MDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 55,4 kW (74 hp) |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | - |
| Payload | - | 9000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Mecalac 9MDX. 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 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 344kW more power
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Mecalac 9MDX?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 344kW more power. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.
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