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Hitachi ZX8-2

Series: Hitachi Mini Excavator

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The Hitachi Mini Excavator series from Hitachi includes the ZX8-2. The engine delivers 9.5 kW, has 3 cylinders, with a displacement of 855.4 cm³. Torque is 50.6 Nm. Rated speed is 2,100 rpm. The unladen weight is 1,100 kg. Ground clearance is 131.1 mm. The tank holds 16.3 litres. Maximum torque is reached at 1,500 rpm. The pump delivers 21.6 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 18.2 litres. Working pressure is 177 bar. The cooling system holds 3.4 litres. The oil fill is 3 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the 3TNV70. The Hitachi Mini Excavator series covers 17 models. Rated output within it ranges from 9.5 to 40.6 kW; the ZX8-2 sits at the bottom of that range with 9.5 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the ZX17U-2 above it with 11 kW. 347 Hitachi models across 20 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 17 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model3TNV70correct
Power9.5 kWcorrect
Rated speed2,100 rpmcorrect
Torque50.6correct
Speed at max. torque1,500 rpmcorrect
Cylinders3correct
Displacement855.4 cm³correct
Coolant capacity3.4 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity3 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance131.1correct
Unladen weight1,100 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow21.6 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity18.2 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure177 barcorrect
Fuel tank capacity16.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,151.9correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 8.6 kW/t (10 kW / 1.1 t)

Stronger than 5% of the mini excavators in the register — out of 400 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Hitachi ZX8-2 have?

The Hitachi ZX8-2 delivers 9.5 kW.

How much does the Hitachi ZX8-2 weigh?

The unladen weight is 1,100 kg.

What engine does the Hitachi ZX8-2 have?

3 cylinders, 855 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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