Head to head
Hitachi ZX350LC-6 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 81kW more power. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 11,150kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 81kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 11,150kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 34,200 - 36,300kg | 45,350 - 55,360 lb |
| Dig depth | 6,500 - 7,380mm | 22 ft 1 in |
| Engine power | 210kW (ISO14396) | 173 hp |
Sources: Hitachi ZX350LC-6, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. 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 81kW 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 EC220E if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 11,150kg
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Tier 4 Final compliant D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 has 81kW more power. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 11,150kg. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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