Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Hitachi ZX350LC-6
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 82kW more power and is the bigger machine by 9.4 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 82kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is the bigger machine by 9.4 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 34,200 - 36,300kg |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | 6,500 - 7,380mm |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 210kW (ISO14396) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Hitachi ZX350LC-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX225US-7 if...
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ZX350LC-6 if...
- you want one that has 82kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 9.4 tonnes
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
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Hitachi ZX350LC-6?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 82kW more power and is the bigger machine by 9.4 tonnes. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator.
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