ZAXIS-6 series

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
Model code : ZX33U-6
Engine rated power : 18.8 kW (ISO14396)
Operating weight : Cab 3 500 – 3 720 kg
Canopy 3 320 – 3 540 kg
Bucket ISO heaped : 0.04-0.13 m³
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ZX33U-6
The user-friendly
excavator

6. Efficient performance

8. Exceptional comfort

10. Easy to maintain

No compromise

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 Perfect fit
The user-friendly ZX33U-6 can be used for a variety of
projects, such as rental, utilities, foundation work, landscaping,
indoor demolition and construction. It delivers an efficient
performance, while offering exceptional operator comfort and
easy maintenance. Equipped with a Stage V-compliant engine,
it requires no after-treatment device, which means reduced
maintenance time and costs.

Added durability
Strengthened front joints and
boom cylinder guard enhance
durability.

Short-tail swing radius

The short-tail swing radius of
the ZX33U-6 is ideal for urban
areas, where space is limited.

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Spacious cab
The wide operator seat, adjustable
arm rest and easy access provide a
comfortable work space.

Energy efficient
LED lights on the cab and
boom have a longer lifetime
than halogen alternatives.

Easy maintenance
The radiator and oil cooler
are conveniently positioned
Smooth operation side by side.
The auxiliary function lever ensures
excellent control of attachments.

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Efficient
performance
The ZX33U-6 has been built to provide an
outstanding level of performance on any job
site and particularly where space is limited.
Fast, powerful and fuel-efficient, it has also
been designed to offer reduced running costs
and produce fewer emissions.

High productivity
The ZX33U-6 delivers high levels of productivity on the job site
thanks to a powerful Stage V-compliant engine, quick cycle time
and an efficient hydraulic system.

Built to last
Durable features of the ZX33U-6 – such as strengthened front joints,
reinforced D-frame and boom cylinder guard – ensure a reliable
performance, helping you to get the job done on time and on
budget.

Lower fuel costs

The advanced energy-saving system combines ECO mode, auto
idle and isochronous control features to significantly reduce fuel
consumption. It also reduces noise levels and emissions. The short-tail swing radius makes the ZX33U-6 ideal for working
in tight spaces.

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Quick cycle time and efficient hydraulics ensure high productivity. Multifunctional LCD monitor shows data at a glance.

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 A clear view from the cab. The auxiliary function lever ensures precise control.

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Exceptional
comfort
The cab of the ZX33U-6 highlights the
meticulous attention to detail given to the
design of Hitachi mini excavators. It offers
enhanced visibility, user-friendly features and a
comfortable working environment for operators.

Spacious cab
The ROPS-compliant cab of the ZX33U-6 is spacious and easy
to access via the entrance step. Fitted with a wide and adjustable
sliding suspension seat, folding foot pedals and adjustable arm rest,
the ZX33U-6 provides a high level of comfort for operators.

Easy operation
User-friendly controls are in easy reach of the operator and the
hydraulic pilot control levers ensure a smooth operation. The
optional auxiliary function lever with proportional switch offers
precise control of the front attachment. The large LCD monitor
is easy to view in bright sunlight or at night, and provides all vital
technical data at a glance.

Enhanced design
The ZX33U-6 is equipped with new LED lights, which have a longer
lifetime than halogen alternatives for efficient energy use. Options
Controls are within easy reach. include a sun visor on the front window.

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Easy to
maintain
Ease of maintenance is an integral part of
the user-friendly design of the ZX33U-6. It is
fitted with a range of convenient features that
allow you to carry out quick and easy cleaning
and service tasks on the job site, ensuring an
optimum performance at all times.

Convenient access
The engine and radiator covers have been designed to allow easy
access. Sufficient space around the fuel tank opening makes the
new mini excavator easier to refuel. The battery is positioned on
the same side as the radiator for easy maintenance.

Quick cleaning
The undercarriage is easy to clean due to the soil-free truck
structure from which accumulated mud and sand can be easily
removed. Dozer blade openings help to minimise the build-up of dirt
and make it quicker to remove.

Safety first
The battery disconnect switch is now available as standard for safer
and easier maintenance. The battery disconnect switch allows maintenance to be carried
out safely.

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Easy to open covers provide quick access. The tilting floor enables easy access to the engine and control
valve for quick servicing.

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 SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE UNDERCARRIAGE
Model ............................ 3TNV88 Tracks
Type .............................. 4-cycle water-cooled, direct injection Tractor-type undercarriage. Welded track frame using selected materials.
No. of cylinders ............. 3 Side frame welded to track frame.
Rated power
Numbers of Rollers on Each Side
ISO 14396 .................. 18.8 kW at 2 400 min-1
Upper rollers ................. 1
ISO 9249, net .............. 18.0 kW at 2 400 min -1

Lower rollers ................. 4

SAE J1349, net ........... 18.0 kW at 2 400 min -1

Maximum torque ........... 91.6 Nm at 1 000 min-1 Travel Device

Piston displacement ...... 1.642 L Each track driven by 2-speed axial piston motor.
Parking brake is spring-set/hydraulic-released disc type.
Bore and stroke ............ 88 mm x 90 mm
Automatic transmission system: High-Low.
Battery........................... 1 x 12 V / 55 Ah
Travel speeds ................ High : 0 to 4.3 km/h
Low : 0 to 2.8 km/h
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Maximum traction force..... 27 kN (2 750 kgf)
Hydraulic Pumps
Gradeability ................... 58% (30 degree) continuous
Main pumps .................. 2 variable displacement axial piston pumps
1 gear pump
Maximum oil flow ........ 2 x 38.4 L/min
SOUND LEVEL
1 x 22.8 L/min Sound level in cab according to ISO 6396 ................................ LpA 75 dB(A)
Pilot pump .................... 1 gear pump External sound level according to ISO 6395 and
Maximum oil flow ........ 10.8 L/min EU Directive 2000/14/EC .......................................................... LwA 94 dB(A)
Hydraulic Motors
SERVICE REFILL CAPACITIES
Travel ............................ 2 variable displacement axial piston motors
Swing ............................ 1 axial piston motor Fuel tank ............................................................................................. 42.0 L
Engine coolant ....................................................................................... 3.9 L
Relief Valve Settings Engine oil ............................................................................................... 7.2 L
Implement circuit ........... 24.5 MPa (250 kgf/cm2) Travel device (each side) ........................................................................ 0.6 L
Swing circuit ................. 16.7 MPa (170 kgf/cm2) Hydraulic system ................................................................................. 56.0 L
Hydraulic oil tank ................................................................................. 32.0 L
Travel circuit .................. 24.5 MPa (250 kgf/cm2)
Pilot circuit .................... 3.9 MPa (40 kgf/cm2)
WEIGHTS AND GROUND PRESSURE
Hydraulic Cylinders
Operating Weight and Ground Pressure
Quantity Bore Rod diameter Stroke
CAB
Boom (cab) 1 80 mm 45 mm 563 mm
Shoe type Shoe width Arm length kg kPa (kgf/cm2)
Boom (canopy) 1 80 mm 45 mm 579 mm
1.17 m 3 500 31 (0.32)
Arm 1 70 mm 40 mm 546 mm Rubber shoe 300 mm
1.52 m 3 510* 32 (0.32)*
Bucket 1 65 mm 40 mm 435 mm
1.17 m 3 640 33 (0.33)
Blade 1 85 mm 45 mm 135 mm Grouser shoe 300 mm
1.52 m 3 650* 33 (0.33)*
Boom swing 1 85 mm 45 mm 525 mm
Pad crawler 1.17 m 3 710 33 (0.34)
300 mm
UPPERSTRUCTURE shoe 1.52 m 3 720* 33 (0.34)*
Including 0.09 m3 (ISO heaped), bucket weight (73 kg).
Revolving Frame *Including 0.08 m3 (ISO heaped), bucket weight (67 kg), additional
D-section frame for resistance to deformation.
counterweight (190 kg).

Swing Device 4-PILLAR CANOPY

Axial piston motor with planetary reduction gear is bathed in oil. Swing circle Shoe type Shoe width Arm length kg kPa (kgf/cm2)
is single-row. Swing parking brake is spring-set/hydraulic-released disc type. 1.17 m 3 320 30 (0.30)
Rubber shoe 300 mm
Swing speed ................. 9.1 min-1 (rpm) 1.52 m 3 330* 30 (0.30)*
Swing torque ................. 5.1 kNm (520 kgfm) 1.17 m 3 460 31 (0.32)
Grouser shoe 300 mm
Operator’s Cab 1.52 m 3 470* 31 (0.32)*
Independent spacious cab, 1 049 mm wide by 1 611 mm high, Pad crawler 1.17 m 3 530 32 (0.32)
conforming to ISO* Standards. Reinforced glass windows on 4 sides for 300 mm
shoe 1.52 m 3 540* 32 (0.32)*
visibility. Front windows (upper and lower) can be opened. Reclining seat.
* International Organization for Standarization Including 0.09 m³ (ISO heaped), bucket weight (73 kg).
*Including 0.08 m3 (ISO heaped), bucket weight (67 kg), additional
counterweight (190 kg).

BUCKET AND ARM DIGGING FORCE

Arm length 1.17 m 1.52 m
Bucket digging force ISO 27.2 kN (2 770 kgf)
Bucket digging force SAE : PCSA 22.9 kN (2 340 kgf)
Arm crowd force ISO 16.9 kN (1 720 kgf) 14.6 kN (1 490 kgf)
Arm crowd force SAE : PCSA 15.8 kN (1 610 kgf) 13.9 kN (1 420 kgf)

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SPECIFICATIONS

WORKING RANGES

meter
5

E,I
4
L L’
100 mm

C
2
G
D

1
D’
J
0
K Ground Line
H
1
F A’
B A

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6 5 4 3 2 1 0 meter

Unit: mm
Arm length 1.17 m 1.52 m
Cab 4-Pillar Canopy Cab 4-Pillar Canopy
A Max. digging reach 4 890 5 170
A’ Max. digging reach (on ground) 4 750 5 040
B Max. digging depth 2 790 3 130
C Max. cutting height 4 420 4 620 4 470 4 700
D Max. dumping height 3 030 3 200 3 100 3 310
D’ Min. dumping height 1 220 1 310 870 980
E Min. swing radius 2 150 1 970 2 180 2 090
F Max. vertical wall digging depth 2 330 2 330
G Front height at Min. swing radius 3 440 3 530 3 460 3 560
H Min. level crowding distance 1 610 1 480
I Working radius at Min. swing radius (Max. boom-swing angle) 1 820 1 580 1 860 1 680
J Blade bottom highest position above ground 360 360
K Blade bottom lowest position above ground 320 320
L/L’ Offset distance 610 / 700 610 / 735 610 / 700 610 / 735
with hose rupture valve 520 / 700 520 / 735 520 / 700 520 / 735
with assist pipes 450 / 700 450 / 700 450 / 700 450 / 700
Max. boom-swing angle (deg.) 62 / 62 72 / 62 62 / 62 72 / 62
with hose rupture valve (deg.) 62 / 52 72 / 52 62 / 52 72 / 52
with assist pipes (deg.) 62 / 45 62 / 45 62 / 45 62 / 45
Excluding track shoe lug

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 DIMENSIONS

E L

D/D’

M O

N C
G
I A
H B

J/K P

Unit: mm
ZAXIS 33U
A Distance between tumblers 1 660 (1 670)
B Undercarriage length 2 110 (2 130)
*C Counterweight clearance 550 (540)
D Rear-end swing radius 775 (875 with additional counterweight)
D’ Rear-end length 775 (875 with additional counterweight)
E Overall width of upperstructure 1 550
F Overall height of cab 2 480 (2 470)
*G Min. ground clearance 280 (270)
H Track gauge 1 250
I Track shoe width 300
J Undercarriage width 1 550
K Overall width (Blade width) 1 550
L Overall length
With 1.17 m arm 4 450
With 1.52 m arm 4 530
*M Overall height of boom
With 1.17 m arm 1 510
With 1.52 m arm 1 950
N Track height 480 (470)
O Engine cover-height 1 530 (1 520)
P Horizontal distance to blade 1 620
Q Blade height 360
* Excluding track shoe lug Data in ( ) are dimensions of grouser shoe.

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Notes: 1. Ratings are based on ISO 10567. A

2. Lifting capacity does not exceed 75% of tipping load with the machine on firm, A: Load radius
level ground or 87% full hydraulic capacity.
B: Load point height
3. The load point is the center-line of the bucket pivot mounting pin on the arm.
4. *Indicates load limited by hydraulic capacity. B C: Lifting capacity
5. 0 m = Ground. C

To determine lifting capacities, apply “Rating over-side or 360 degrees” machine capacities from
table with “Blade above Ground” and deduct weight of installed attachment and quick hitch.

ZAXIS 33U Cab Version, Blade above Ground Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : 1 000 kg
Load Load radius
At max. reach
point 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m 4.0 m
Conditions
height
m meter

Boom 2.28 m 3.0 0.57 0.44 3.97

Arm 1.52 m
2.0 *0.86 0.67 0.55 0.43 0.48 0.37 4.39
Additional
counterweight 1.0 0.82 0.62 0.53 0.41 0.45 0.34 4.50
190 kg 0 (Ground) *1.48 1.06 0.78 0.59 0.52 0.40 0.47 0.36 4.33
Rubber shoe
300 mm -1.0 *1.47 *1.47 1.49 1.06 0.78 0.58 0.55 0.42 3.84
-2.0 *1.51 1.10 0.89 0.67 2.80

ZAXIS 33U Cab Version, Blade on Ground Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : 1 000 kg
Load Load radius
At max. reach
point 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m 4.0 m
Conditions
height
m meter

Boom 2.28 m 3.0 *0.62 0.44 3.97

Arm 1.52 m
2.0 *0.86 0.66 *0.78 0.43 *0.60 0.37 4.39
Additional
counterweight 1.0 *1.19 0.62 *0.89 0.41 *0.64 0.34 4.50
190 kg 0 (Ground) *1.48 1.06 *1.40 0.59 *0.96 0.40 *0.75 0.36 4.33
Rubber shoe
300 mm -1.0 *1.47 *1.47 *2.38 1.06 *1.35 0.58 *0.90 0.42 3.84
-2.0 *1.51 1.10 *0.90 0.67 2.80

ZAXIS 33U Cab Version, Blade above Ground Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : 1 000 kg
Load Load radius
At max. reach
point 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m 4.0 m
Conditions
height
m meter

Boom 2.28 m 3.0

Arm 1.17 m
2.0 *1.48 1.08 0.46 0.58 0.48 0.37 0.47 0.36 4.03
Rubber shoe
300 mm 1.0 0.71 0.54 0.47 0.36 0.44 0.33 4.17
0 (Ground) 1.31 0.92 0.69 0.51 0.46 0.35 4.00
-1.0 *1.86 *1.86 1.33 0.94 0.69 0.51 0.56 0.43 3.47
-2.0 *0.98 0.98 *0.84 *0.84 2.19

ZAXIS 33U Cab Version, Blade on Ground Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : 1 000 kg
Load Load radius
At max. reach
point 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m 4.0 m
Conditions
height
m meter

Boom 2.28 m 3.0

Arm 1.17 m
2.0 *1.48 1.08 *1.00 0.58 *0.88 0.38 *0.82 0.36 4.03
Rubber shoe
300 mm 1.0 *1.30 0.54 *0.95 0.36 *0.89 0.33 4.17
0 (Ground) *1.86 *1.86 *1.44 0.92 *1.44 0.51 *0.95 0.35 4.00
-1.0 *2.16 0.94 *1.28 0.51 *0.99 0.43 3.47
-2.0 *0.98 *0.98 *0.84 *0.84 2.19

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 ZAXIS 33U 4-Pillar Canopy Version, Blade above Ground Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : 1 000 kg
Load Load radius
At max. reach
point 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m 4.0 m
Conditions
height
m meter

Boom 2.28 m 3.0 0.53 0.41 3.97

Arm 1.52 m
2.0 0.82 0.63 0.52 0.40 0.45 0.34 4.39
Additional
counterweight 1.0 0.77 0.58 0.50 0.39 0.42 0.32 4.50
190 kg 0 (Ground) 1.40 0.99 0.74 0.55 0.49 0.37 0.44 0.33 4.33
Rubber shoe
300 mm -1.0 *1.47 *1.47 1.40 0.99 0.73 0.55 0.52 0.39 3.84
-2.0 1.44 1.03 0.84 0.63 2.80

ZAXIS 33U 4-Pillar Canopy Version, Blade on Ground Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : 1 000 kg
Load Load radius
At max. reach
point 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m 4.0 m
Conditions
height
m meter

Boom 2.28 m 3.0 *0.62 0.41 3.97

Arm 1.52 m
2.0 *0.86 0.63 *0.78 0.40 *0.60 0.34 4.39
Additional
counterweight 1.0 *1.19 0.58 *0.89 0.39 *0.64 0.32 4.50
190 kg 0 (Ground) *1.48 0.99 *1.40 0.55 *0.96 0.37 *0.75 0.33 4.33
Rubber shoe
300 mm -1.0 *1.47 *1.47 *2.38 0.99 *1.35 0.55 *0.90 0.39 3.84
-2.0 *1.51 1.03 *0.90 0.63 2.80

ZAXIS 33U 4-Pillar Canopy Version, Blade above Ground Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : 1 000 kg
Load Load radius
At max. reach
point 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m 4.0 m
Conditions
height
m meter

Boom 2.28 m 3.0

Arm 1.17 m
2.0 1.40 1.01 0.71 0.54 0.45 0.34 0.44 0.34 4.03
Rubber shoe
300 mm 1.0 0.67 0.50 0.43 0.33 0.41 0.31 4.17
0 (Ground) 1.22 0.86 0.64 0.48 0.43 0.32 4.00
-1.0 *1.86 *1.86 1.24 1.24 0.64 0.48 0.52 0.40 3.47
-2.0 *0.98 0.92 *0.84 0.80 2.19

ZAXIS 33U 4-Pillar Canopy Version, Blade on Ground Rating over-front Rating over-side or 360 degrees Unit : 1 000 kg
Load Load radius
At max. reach
point 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m 4.0 m
Conditions
height
m meter

Boom 2.28 m 3.0

Arm 1.17 m
2.0 *1.48 1.01 *1.00 0.54 *0.88 0.34 *0.82 0.34 4.03
Rubber shoe
300 mm 1.0 *1.30 0.50 *0.95 0.33 *0.89 0.31 4.17
0 (Ground) *1.44 0.86 *1.44 0.48 *0.95 0.32 4.00
-1.0 *1.86 *1.86 *2.16 0.87 *1.28 0.48 *0.99 0.40 3.47
-2.0 *0.98 0.92 *0.84 0.79 2.19

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EQUIPMENT

: Standard equipment : Optional equipment

ENGINE CAB LIGHTS FRONT ATTACHMENTS

Air cleaner double filters Air conditioner* Additional cab roof front lights Assist piping
Alternator 12V - 40 A AM/FM radio Additional 4-pillar canopy roof front Extra piping
Auto idle system Anti-slip plate lights HN bushing
Cartridge-type engine oil filter Armrest 2 working lights Hose rupture valve for arm
Cartridge-type fule main filter Defroster 2 working LED lights Hose rupture valve for boom
ECO/PWR mode control Drink holder 1.17 m arm
Electrical fuel feed pump Electric horn UPPERSTRUCTURE 1.52 m arm
Radiator reserve tank Floor mat Auxiliary function lever (AFL)
Water-separator for engine fuel Heater Auxiliary overload relief valve MISCELLANEOUS
Retractable seat belt Batteries 1 x 55 Ah Theft deterrent system**
ROPS/OPG cab
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Batteries 1 x 70 Ah
Spare power supply 12V (inside) Battery disconnect switch
Boom anti-drift valve
Spare power supply 12V (outside) Pilot accumulator
Full-flow filter
Sun visor (front window (rigid type)) Rearview mirror
Hydraulic pilot type control levers
Suspension seat Stack muffler
Pilot control shut-off lever with
with reclining (fabric)
neutral engine start system 190 kg additional counterweight
Window washer
Pilot filter
Wipe
Suction filter
UNDERCARRIAGE
Swing parking brake
300 mm grouser shoe
Travel parking brake
4-PILLAR CANOPY 300 mm pad crawler shoe
Two-speed travel system
Anti-slip plate 300 mm rubber shoe
Valve for extra piping
Armrests
Drink holder
Electric horn
Floor mat
Retractable seat belt
ROPS/OPG canopy
Spare power supply 12V (inside)
Suspension seat
with reclining (vinyl)

Standard and optional equipment may vary by country, so please consult your Hitachi dealer for details.
* Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases, Refrigerant type: HFC-134a, GWP: 1430, Amount: 0.65 kg, CO2e: 0.93 ton.
** Hitachi Construction Machinery cannot be held liable for theft, any system will just minimize the risk of theft.

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Prior to operating this machine, including satellite communication system, These specifications are subject to change without notice.
in a country other than a country of its intended use, it may be necessary Illustrations and photos show the standard models, and may or may not include optional
to make modifications to it so that it complies with the local regulatory equipment, accessories, and all standard equipment with some differences in color and features.
standards (including safety standards) and legal requirements of that Before use, read and understand the Operator’s Manual for proper operation.
particular country. Please do not export or operate this machine outside
the country of its intended use until such compliance has been confirmed.
Please contact your Hitachi dealer in case of questions about compliance.

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