Head to head
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs JCB 35Z-1
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 24kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 24kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,430 - 9,060kg | 3556 kg |
| Dig depth | 3,910 - 4,510mm | 3.48 m |
| Engine power | 42.4kW | 18.4 kW |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, JCB 35Z-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 24kW 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 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 24kW more power. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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