Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs SANY SY26U
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 195kW more power and is the bigger machine by 31,540kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 195kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 31,540kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 2,660 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 2,810 mm |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, SANY SY26U. 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 has 195kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 31,540kg
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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the SANY SY26U?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 195kW more power and is the bigger machine by 31,540kg. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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