Compact yet Powerful

Single Swing Pin Durable Flat-Bottom Bucket

A single large swing pin is used to elimi- The flat-bottom bucket is provided stan-
nate jerking. Sideplate dard to minimize bucket bottom wear.
Wide wear plates are welded to the
Welding
bucket bottom for increased durability.
Bucket bottom

Hitachi applied all its excavator expertise in the design of the new zero-tail mini excavators ZAXIS40U-2 and ZAXIS50U-2.
Wear plate
These machines meet customer demands for operating comfort, enhanced safety and easier maintenance. The series
complies with the latest emission regulations, noise suppression standards and ROPS/FOPS standards. Operators have
Job-Proven HN Bushings
superior control over the machine from the relaxed seat. Owners enjoy a lower cost of ownership due to the machine’s The field-proven HN bushing, a Hitachi
Automatic Travel Speed Control at High Speed (Standard)
durability and easy maintenance. During high-speed travel, when the
original, is utilized at each front pin join
to reduce jerking and servicing.
load is increased for steering for exam-
Lubricating interval is a long 500 hours
ple, travel speed is lowered automati-
cally and smoothly. When the load is
decreased, travel speed is resumed
accordingly.

HN Bushing The HN bushing, another example of

innovative technology developed by
Hitachi, features long life and high dura-
Enlarged Counterweight and Weighted Undercarriage
bility. High-viscosity oil is vacuum
Box-section frame The newly developed box-section frame Pin impregnated in sintered high-hardness
is adopted, combining low weight and
metal. During operation oil oozes come
high durability. The enlarged counter-
from the pores of the bushing into the
weight and weighted undercarriage help
lower the center of gravity and increase clearance between pin and bushing for
stability. Oil self-lubrication.

D-section frame
Enlarged counterweight

Additional Counterweight (Option) Auto-Idle Saves Fuel Consumption

When using a heavy front attachment When shifting the control lever to neu-
such as a fork grapple, the additional tral, engine speed is lowered to idling
counterweight is easily mounted for speed to save fuel consumption and
higher stability. reduce emissions and noise. This fea-
ture is advantage when working in
urban residential districts.

New-Structure Rubber Crawlers

Conventional The Hitachi-developed rubber crawlers
are highly durable, featuring a steel-
Crack
cored structure that protects shoe edges
Steel core
from being damaged even when riding
Force Rubber
on curbs.
Curb

New structure

Steel core
Force
Rubber
Curb

Acting force is diverted to reduce crack.

Suitable for a Variety of Applications

Wrist rest 12V outlet Partially Reinforced Bucket 2-side reinforced arm Pad crawler shoes Piping for attachments
4-side reinforced arm

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Operator Comfort and Safety
Ergonomic Controls Rubber Mounted Floor
Conveniently Located Foot Pedals The cabin rests on 4 shock-absorbing
While traveling with foot pedals, the rubber mounts to ensure comfortable
operator can control the front attach- operation.
ment with hands. The foot pedals, when
not in use, can be folded away for
increased foot space.

Easy-to-Read Monitor
The operator can always check
machine conditions at a glance. Fuel Air Conditioner (Cabin Version)
level, coolant temperature and the status Compact yet ample-capacity air condi-
of various other indicators are clearly tioner is provided standard. The full-
displayed on the large LCD monitor 360° rotatable air outlet also serves as a
placed in the front right position. defroster, maintaining operator comfort
all the year round.

Functionally Located Switches

Various switches are located within
reach of the operator for convenience of
the operator without need for reposi-
tioning.

Folded Large Cabin Door

The door opens in two steps and has
increased width of 610 mm, allowing
easy entry.

ROPS/FOPS Cabin and Canopy

Both canopy and cabin conform to the latest ROPS, FOPS and TOPS standards. These
Miscellaneous Devices protect the operator in case of roll-over; tip-over and from falling objects. The seat
belt protects the operator as well.
The operator’s cabin and canopy, complying with the international standards, are
mounted to protect the operator in the case of tipping.

Improved Visibility with Roof Sun Visor (Canopy) Pilot-Control Shut-Off Lever
The Sun visor, an integral part of the All operations—front, swing, travel and
Seat backrest box Drink can holder Seat belt Ashtray (cabin) roof, gives better upward visibility. The blade—can be shut off by locking the Neutral Engine Start System
overhang roof keeps the operator’s pilot control shutoff valve. This effec- The engine can start only when the pilot control shutoff lever is locked, This is called
knees dry in light rain. tively prevents accidental lever control. the neutral engine start system. This eliminates unexpected lurching when the engine
suddenly starts when unconscious touching the control lever.

Swing/Travel Parking Brakes (Standard)

Slip-resistant tape The swing parking brake and travel parking brake are both provided standard for
enhanced safety.
Tool box (canopy) Side Toolbox

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Easy Maintenance Parts and Service
Over the years Hitachi gained experience in one of
the most competitive service markets in the world:
Tilt-Up Floor
The cabin floor can be tilted up for easy, Japan. Using our know-how in dealing directly with
quick servicing even in the case of an customers, we have created a worldwide support
emergency. The floor can be tilted up to
50° to allow the operator to work under system that is highly effective and efficient. More
the cabin floor. It also gives direct than 150 dealers all over the world have highly
access to the swing mechanism and
starter motor behind the engine located trained technicians and high parts availability.
under the cabin floor. This design Contact your Hitachi dealer for detailed information
reduces inspection and maintenance
time. about service programs available for your area and
machine. Not all services and/or programs are
available in every region or for all machines.

Simplified Daily Maintenance

The engine cover can slide up and down
for quick servicing even in confined
space. No more swing-open cover that
obstructs maintenance and servicing
jobs. The right side cover swings open
for a quick battery check.

Uses Tracks Promoting Easy Mud Removal

The X-beam track frame is rounded for
smooth mud removal. One-sided slope
on the side track frame promotes mud
sliding-off, minimizing mud packing
problem. This shortens machine wash-
ing time and reduces disposal costs,
too.

To get the most out of your machine, you need

genuine Hitachi parts. In most cases there is a
Hitachi dealer in your area that has the required
Easy to Repair Steel Cover
A steel cover is utilized for tough opera-
part in stock. Hitachi minimizes the delivery time for
tion, allowing easy repair if damaged. any part by connecting its 4 parts depots in Japan,
Reinforced D-Shaped Frame The steel cover is durable, recyclable
The machine frame is reinforced with a and economical.
Swing motor Singapore, The Netherlands and North America by
Fuel tank
D-shaped frame that protects against a on-line system sharing information on the number
Control valve
damage and impact by obstructions.
and type of available parts. In this way you are
Hyd. Oil tank
ensured that your parts are shipped as efficiently
Battery and quickly as possible.

Starter motor Alternator

Pilot filter
Split-Type Front Hoses Reserve tank
Split-type front hoses are jointed at the Pump
machine cover ports and the back of the Muffler Radiator
boom for easy replacement. Engine
Fuel filter Engine oil supply
Water separator Air cleaner

The Zaxis40U-2 and Zaxis50U-2 share the same device layout for easy, efficient
inspection and replacement. Inspection points are concentrated for quick daily main-
tenance.

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SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE SWING MECHANISM DIMENSIONS

Model .......................................................................... Yanmar 4TNV88 High-torque, axial piston motor with planetary reduction gear.
Type ................................................ Water-cooled, 4-cycle, 4-cylinder Swing circle is single-row, shear-type ball bearing with induction-hard- H

direct injection type diesel engine ened internal gear. Internal gear and pinion are immersed in lubricant.
Rated power Swing parking brake is spring-set/hydraulic-released disc type. Swing A K

SAE J1349 ............................ 29.8 kW (39.9 HP) at 2 500 min-1(rpm) shockless valve built in swing motor absorbs shocks when stopping C
DIN 6271 ............................... 29.5 kW (40.1 PS) at 2 500 min-1(rpm) swing, ensuring smooth stops.
JIS D1005 ............................. 29.8 kW (40.7 PS) at 2 500 min-1(rpm)
Swing speed ............................................................9.3 min-1 (9.3 rpm)
Maximum Torque ................................................... 138 N.m (14 kgf.m)
at 1 500 min-1(rpm) B

Bore & Stroke ..................................................................... 88 x 90 mm F

Piston displacement ................................................................. 2 189 L UNDERCARRIAGE D

E

Battery ......................................................................... 1 x 12 V, 55 Ah J I Ground

TRACKS H G
Line

Tractor-type undercarriage. Welded track frame using carefully selected

materials. Side frame welded to track frame.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Note:
NUMBERS OF ROLLERS ON EACH SIDE The illustration shows the ZAXIS40U-2 canopy version equipped with 1.38 m arm and 400 mm rubber shoes.
The ZAXIS40U-2 and 50U-2 are equipped with the Hitachi High- Upper roller ........................................................................................ 1 The canopy and cabin conform to ROPS (ISO 3471) and FOPS (ISO 10262, Level 1) requirements.
performance Hydraulic system (HHH) for job efficiency. Lower rollers ....................................................................................... 4
Unit: mm
Main pumps ................. One variable displacement axial piston pumps TRAVEL DEVICE ZAXIS40U-2 ZAXIS50U-2
Maximum oil flow. ......................................................... 125 L/min Each track driven by a high-torque, 2-speed axial piston motor through Canopy Cabin Canopy Cabin
Pilot pump ................................................................... One gear pump planetary reduction gear, allowing counter-rotation of the tracks. Travel
Maximum oil flow ..............................................................12.5 L/min A Overall width 1 960 2 000
shockless relief valve built in travel motor absorbs shocks when stop-
B Overall height 2 510 2 550 2 510 2 550
ping travel, ensuring smooth stops.
RELIF VALVE SETTINGS C Rear-end swing radius (With extra counterweight) 980 (1 060) 1 000 (1 080)
Implement circuit .................................................................. 24.5 MPa Travel speeds (rubber shoes) ................................. High: 0 - 4.5 km/h D Minimum ground clearance 335 335
Pilot circuit .............................................................................. 4.1 MPa Low: 0 - 2.8 km/h E Counterweight clearance 605 605
Travel speeds (grouser shoes) ................................. High: 0 - 4.2 km/h F Engine cover height 1 510 1 510
HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS Low: 0 - 2.6 km/h
High-strength piston rods and tubes. Cylinder cushion mechanisms G Undercarriage length 2 540 2 540
Gradeability ........................................... 30 degrees (58%) continuous
provided in boom raise, arm roll-in and roll-out circuits to absorb H Undercarriage width 1 960 2 000
shocks at stroke ends. I Sprocket centre to idler centre 2 000 2 000

DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS AND GROUND PRESSURE J Track shoe width 400 400
K Maximum transport length (With long arm) 5 340 (5 380) 5 460 (5 520)
Quantity Bore Rod diameter Stroke Equipped with 1.38 m arm and, ZAXIS40U-2 : 0.14 m3 (ISO 7451 capacity)
1 90 mm 55 mm 702 mm bucket, ZAXIS50U-2 : 0.16 m3 (ISO 7451 capacity) bucket.
Boom canopy
1 95 mm 55 mm 702 mm WORKING RANGES
1 90 mm 55 mm 691 mm ZAXIS40U-2 ZAXIS50U-2
Boom cabin
1 95 mm 55 mm 691 mm Operating Ground Operating Ground E
1 80 mm 50 mm 698 mm weight pressure weight pressure
Arm
1 80 mm 50 mm 731 mm Canopy version
I I'
1 70 mm 40 mm 551 mm 400 mm rubber shoes 4 390 kg 28 kPa 4 730 kg 30 kPa
Bucket
1 75 mm 45 mm 551 mm 400 mm grouser shoes 4 460 kg 28 kPa 4 800 kg 30 kPa 100

1 90 mm 50 mm 664 mm Cabin version

Boom swing
1 90 mm 50 mm 664 mm 400 mm rubber shoes 4 540 kg 29 kPa 4 880 kg 31 kPa
1 105 mm 50 mm 140 mm 400 mm grouser shoes 4 610 kg 29 kPa 4 950 kg 31 kPa C
Blade
1 105 mm 50 mm 140 mm D

Figures in are data on the ZAXIS40U -2.

Figures in are data on the ZAXIS50U -2. SERVICE REFILL CAPACITIES
F
liters G
Ground
Fuel tank ...................................................................................... 70.0 Line
CONTROLS Engine coolant ............................................................................... 6.6
A

H
Engine oil ....................................................................................... 8.6 B
Hydraulic pilot control levers for all operations. Travel device (each side) ................................................................ 0.9
Hydraulic system .......................................................................... 90.0
Hydraulic oil tank (Reference oil level) ........................................... 59.0

FRONT ATTACHMENTS Note:

The illustration shows the ZAXIS40U-2 canopy version equipped with 0.14 m3 bucket, 1.38 m arm and 400 mm rubber shoes.
BACKHOE BUCKETS
Unit: mm
ISO 7451 Width Front Attachment
ZAXIS40U-2 ZAXIS50U-2
capacity Without side cutters With side cutters No. of teeth Weight ZAXIS40U-2 ZAXIS50U-2
Canopy Cabin Canopy Cabin
1.38 m arm 1.69 m arm 1.38 m arm 1.69 m arm
A Maximum digging reach 5 750 [6 050] 6 000 [6 250]
0.10 m 3
400 mm 450 mm 3 92 kg A A A A
B Maximum digging depth 3 350 [3 660] 3 600 [3 860]
0.11 m3 450 mm 500 mm 3 96 kg A A A A
C Maximum cutting height 5 600 [5 840] 5 480 [5 710] 5 770 [6 020] 5 640 [5 870]
0.13 m3 500 mm 550 mm 4 104 kg A B A A
D Maximum dumping height 3 920 [4 160] 3 810 [4 040] 4 100 [4 330] 4 000 [4 200]
0.14 m3 550 mm 600 mm 4 109 kg A C A A
E Minimum swing radius (At maximum boom swing) 2 190 (1 710) 2 270 (1 780) 2 150 (1 680) 2 300 (1 790)
0.16 m3 600 mm 650 mm 4 113 kg C C A B
[2 340 (1 820)] [2 390 (1 860)] [2 260 (1 760)] [2 340 (1 820)]
0.17 m3 650 mm 700 mm 4 120 kg C C B C
F Blade bottom highest position (above ground) 425 425
Arm crowd force 24.0 kN 21.0 kN 24.0 kN 21.0 kN
G Blade bottom lowest position (under ground) 335 335
Bucket digging force 32.1 kN 32.1 kN 36.8 kN 36.8 kN
H Maximum vertical wall 2 550 [2 910] 2 820 [3 160]
A: General digging B: Light-duty digging C: Loading
I / I' Offset distance (Maximum boom-swing angle) L 695 (80°) / R 860 (60°) L 695 (80°) / R 860 (60°)
The figure in [ ] shows the euipped with long arm.

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LIFTING CAPACITIES EQUIPMENT

STANDARD EQUIPMENT Standard equipment may vary by country, so please consult your Hitachi dealer for details.
A: Load radius
METRIC MEASURE A
B: Load point height ENGINE UNDERCARRIAGE
C: Lifting capacity •400 mm rubber shoes
•Water-separator for engine fuel system
•Auto-idling system •Semi-long stay blade
B
C HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FRONT ATTACHMENTS
•Hydraulic pilot type control levers •O-ring type pin-seals for hoe bucket
•Pilot control shut-off levers •HN bushing
ZAXIS40U-2 CANOPY VERSION, BLADE ABOVE GROUND Rating over-side or 360 degrees Rating over-front Unit:1 000 kg •Anti-drift valve for front attachments •WC spraying
•Two-speed travel system ZAXIS40U-2
Load radius
Load At max. reach •Swing parking brake •2.68 m boom
2m 3m 4m 5m •1.38 m arm
point •Travel parking brake
height •Piping for attachments •0.14 m3 hoe bucket
meter
ZAXIS50U-2
Arm 1.38 m 3m 0.65 0.80 0.40 0.50 5.20 CANOPY (CABIN) •2.8 m boom
Rubber shoes 400 mm 2m 1.01 1.27 0.62 0.77 0.42 0.52 0.35 0.44 5.49 •ROPS/FOPS** •1.38 m arm
Bucket 0.14 m3 1m 0.91 1.16 0.59 0.73 0.40 0.50 0.34 0.43 5.51 •Adjustable reclining seat** •0.16 m3 bucket
0m 0.87 1.11 0.56 0.70 0.39 0.49 0.36 0.46 5.26 •Seat belt**
-1 m 1.76 2.40 0.87 1.11 0.55 0.70 0.44 0.56 4.69 •Wrist rest**
Arm 1.38 m 3m 0.74 *0.91 0.47 0.58 5.20 •Seat backrest box**
Rubber shoes 400 mm 2m 1.15 *1.36 0.72 0.88 0.48 0.60 0.42 0.52 5.49 •Air conditioner***
Bucket 0.14 m3 1m 1.04 1.32 0.68 0.84 0.47 0.58 0.40 0.50 5.51 •Defroster***
Extra counterweight 0m 1.00 1.27 0.65 0.81 0.46 0.57 0.43 0.53 5.26 •Windshield wiper***
220 kg -1 m 2.01 *2.48 1.00 1.27 0.64 0.80 0.52 0.64 4.69 •Windshield washer***
•Two work lights**
•AM/FM radio***
ZAXIS40U-2 CANOPY VERSION, BLADE ON GROUND Unit:1 000 kg •12 V outlet**
•Ashtray***
Load radius •Drink holder**
Load At max. reach
2m 3m 4m 5m •Utility box**
point •Rear view mirror**
height meter •Evacuation hammer***
Arm 1.38 m 3m 0.65 *0.91 0.40 *0.65 5.20
Rubber shoes 400 mm 2m 1.01 *1.36 0.62 *1.06 0.42 *0.95 0.35 *0.66 5.49
Notes:
Bucket 0.14 m3 1m 0.91 *2.02 0.59 *1.28 0.40 *1.01 0.34 *0.72 5.51
0m 0.87 *2.19 0.56 *1.41 0.39 *1.02 0.36 *0.83 5.26 * For canopy versions
-1 m 1.76 *2.48 0.87 *1.98 0.55 *1.34 0.44 *0.90 4.69 ** For canopy and cabin versions
*** For cabin versions
Arm 1.38 m 3m 0.74 *0.91 0.47 *0.65 5.20
Rubber shoes 400 mm 2m 1.15 *1.36 0.72 *1.06 0.48 *0.95 0.42 *0.66 5.49
Bucket 0.14 m3 1m 1.04 *2.02 0.68 *1.28 0.47 *1.01 0.40 *0.72 5.51
Extra counterweight 0m 1.00 *2.19 0.65 *1.41 0.46 *1.02 0.43 *0.83 5.26
220 kg -1 m 2.01 *2.48 1.00 *1.98 0.64 *1.34 0.52 *0.90 4.69
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Optional equipment may vary by country, so please consult your Hitachi dealer for details.

ZAXIS50U-2 CANOPY VERSION, BLADE ABOVE GROUND Unit:1 000 kg

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM UNDERCARRIAGE
Load radius •Swing motion alarm device with lamp •400 mm grouser shoes
Load At max. reach
2m 3m 4m 5m •Travel motion alarm device •Long stay blade
point
•Extra oil flow selector**
height meter FRONT ATTACHMENTS
CANOPY (CABIN) •1.69 m arm
Arm 1.38 m 3m 0.80 *0.94 0.47 *0.54 5.42
•2-way control lever pattern selector valve •Backhoe buckets
Rubber shoes 400 mm 2m 1.22 1.47 0.77 0.91 0.52 0.62 0.42 0.50 5.69
Bucket 0.16 m3 1m 0.72 0.87 0.51 0.61 0.41 0.49 5.71 •Suspension seat**
0m 1.07 1.31 0.70 0.84 0.49 0.59 0.43 0.52 5.48 •Auxiliary light** COUNTERWEIGHT
-1 m *2.05 *2.05 1.07 1.31 0.69 0.83 0.51 0.61 4.94 •Air cleaner inner element •Extra counterweight (220 kg)
Arm 1.38 m 3m 0.89 *0.94 0.53 *0.54 5.42
Rubber shoes 400 mm 2m 1.36 *1.53 0.86 1.02 0.59 0.70 0.48 *0.54 5.69 Notes:
Bucket 0.16 m3 1m 0.82 0.97 0.58 0.68 0.47 0.56 5.71 * For canopy versions
Extra counterweight 0m 1.21 1.47 0.79 0.94 0.56 0.67 0.49 0.59 5.48
** For canopy and cabin versions
220 kg -1 m *2.05 *2.05 1.21 1.47 0.78 0.93 0.58 0.69 4.94
*** For cabin versions

ZAXIS50U-2 CANOPY VERSION, BLADE ON GROUND Unit:1 000 kg

Load radius
Load At max. reach
2m 3m 4m 5m
point
height meter

Arm 1.38 m 3m 0.80 *0.94 0.47 *0.54 5.42

Rubber shoes 400 mm 2m 1.22 *1.53 0.77 *1.15 0.52 *1.01 0.42 *0.54 5.69
Bucket 0.16 m3 1m 0.72 *1.42 0.51 *1.10 0.41 *0.58 5.71
0m 1.07 *2.45 0.70 *1.58 0.49 *1.16 0.43 *0.66 5.48
-1 m *2.05 *2.05 1.07 *2.25 0.69 *1.54 0.51 *0.82 4.94
Arm 1.38 m 3m 0.89 *0.94 0.53 *0.54 5.42
Rubber shoes 400 mm 2m 1.36 *1.53 0.86 *1.15 0.59 *1.01 0.48 *0.54 5.69
Bucket 0.16 m3 1m 0.82 *1.42 0.58 *1.10 0.47 *0.58 5.71
Extra counterweight 0m 1.21 *2.45 0.79 *1.58 0.56 *1.16 0.49 *0.66 5.48
220 kg -1 m *2.05 *2.05 1.21 *2.45 0.78 *1.54 0.58 *0.82 4.94
Notes: 1. Rating are based on SAE J1097.
2. Lifting capacity does not exceed 75% of tipping load with the machine on firm, level ground or 87% full hydraulic capacity.
3. The load point is a hook (not standard equipment) located on the back of the bucket.
4. An asterisk mark (*) indicates load limited by hydraulic capacity.

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 These specifications are subject to change without notice.
Illustrations and photos show the standard models, and may or may not include
optional equipment, accessories, and all standard equipment.
Before use, read and understand Operator's Manual for proper operation.

Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.

Head Office : 5-1, Koraku 2-chome, Bunkyo-ku
Tokyo 112-8563, Japan
Telephone : 81-3-3830-8050
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