Head to head
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs JCB 16C-1
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 31kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 31kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | JCB 16C-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,430 - 9,060kg | 1749 kg |
| Dig depth | 3,910 - 4,510mm | 2.57 m |
| Engine power | 42.4kW | 11.7 kW |
| Dump height | - | 2.63 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, JCB 16C-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...
- you want one that has 31kW more power
A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 and the JCB 16C-1?
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 31kW more power. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator.
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