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Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Takeuchi TB235-2
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator. The Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Takeuchi TB235-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 3465 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 3245 mm |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | - |
| Dump height | - | 3595 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 27.1 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Takeuchi TB235-2. 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 TB235-2 if...
A popular 3.5 tonne class digger for groundworks, drainage, utilities and landscaping contractors, and a regular hire fleet size. Suits trenching and foundation digging where more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine is needed.
Full TB235-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Takeuchi TB235-2?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
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