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Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 155kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 155kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | - |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. 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 155kW more power
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 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.
Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 155kW more power. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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