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Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Volvo ECR88D

The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 25,580kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX350LC-6
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 - image: Flannery Plant Hire
Volvo ECR88D
Volvo ECR88D - image: Volvo Construction Equipment

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX350LC-6Volvo ECR88D
Operating weight34,200 - 36,300kg8,620 - 9,980 kg
Dig depth6,500 - 7,380mm-
Engine power210kW (ISO14396)-
Gross power-43 kW
Bucket capacity-0.08 - 0.33 m3
Overall width-2,300 mm
Overall length-6,370 mm

Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Volvo ECR88D. 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 is the bigger machine by 25,580kg

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.

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Full ZX350LC-6 specifications →

Buy or hire the ECR88D if...

An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.

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Full ECR88D specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Volvo ECR88D?

The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 25,580kg. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.

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