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Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 2875 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 2835 mm |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | - |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Takeuchi TB230. 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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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