Used Hitachi ZX60 Excavator

Reading: 1987

HITACHI ZX60 Compact Hydraulic Excavator Detailed Introduction

The HITACHI ZX60 is a classic 6-ton class compact hydraulic excavator developed and manufactured by Hitachi Construction Machinery, a global top-tier construction equipment supplier. As a core model of Hitachi's ZX series small excavator lineup, it is renowned for its high fuel efficiency, precise operability, and outstanding durability, and has been widely sold in global markets for more than a decade, standing as one of the most popular products in the 5-7 ton excavator segment.

1. Basic Specifications (Standard Configuration)

Parameter	Specific Value
Operating Weight	5,850 – 6,180 kg (varies with different configurations)
Rated Net Power	42.4 kW / 2,100 rpm (compliant with EU Stage IIIA / China National III / EPA Tier 3 emission standards)
Standard Bucket Capacity	0.22 m³, optional 0.21–0.28 m³ buckets for different working conditions
Travel Speed	High: 4.5 km/h, Low: 2.4 km/h
Swing Speed	11 r/min
Maximum Digging Depth	3,720 mm
Maximum Digging Height	5,770 mm
Maximum Dumping Height	4,040 mm
Maximum Digging Reach	6,080 mm
Gradeability	30° (58%)

2. Core Performance Advantages

2.1 High-efficiency Powertrain & Hydraulic System

The ZX60 is equipped with a 4-cylinder water-cooled Yanmar diesel engine (customized for Hitachi) with low noise, low vibration and stable power output, which adapts well to complex working conditions such as high altitude or low temperature. It matches Hitachi's exclusive third-generation HIOS (Hitachi Integrated Hydraulic System) load-sensing system, achieving precise control of boom, arm and bucket movements:

Smooth compound action, no lag during simultaneous operation of multiple actuators, excellent micro-operation performance for fine work such as trench finishing and ground leveling
10%~15% higher fuel efficiency than similar products in the same class, with comprehensive fuel consumption of only 3~5L per hour under conventional working conditions, greatly reducing operating costs.

2.2 Operator-friendly Cab Design

The cab meets ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) safety certification, ensuring operator safety in harsh working conditions:

Spacious interior space, equipped with fully adjustable suspended shock-absorbing seat, which effectively reduces fatigue during long-time operation
Pilot control joysticks with low operating force, ergonomically arranged to reduce arm load
The noise level inside the cab is only 72 dB(A) under working conditions, equipped with high-efficiency air conditioning, USB charging port, storage compartment and other humanized configurations
Full LCD monitor displays real-time operating data such as fuel level, water temperature, hydraulic oil temperature and fault codes, which is convenient for operators to grasp the equipment status in time.

2.3 Superb Structural Durability

All key structural parts are designed with high-strength wear-resistant steel, and the service life can reach more than 10,000 hours under normal maintenance:

The undercarriage adopts heavy-duty track chain, sealed rollers and idlers, which can effectively prevent sediment from entering and extend the service life of walking parts by 20%
Boom and arm are made of high tensile strength steel, and the welding joints are treated with stress relief, which can adapt to heavy load conditions such as hard rock excavation and breaking work
The standard bucket is made of high-wear-resistant alloy steel, and the cutting edge is reinforced to reduce wear in earthwork and gravel working conditions
The radiator and hydraulic oil cooler are equipped with protective screens to avoid damage from construction debris and branches.

3. Application Scenarios

Thanks to its compact size, flexible mobility and strong adaptability, the ZX60 is suitable for a wide range of working scenarios:

Urban municipal engineering: Trench excavation for water supply, drainage and cable pipelines, road maintenance, demolition of small structures, and operation in narrow urban areas or communities
Landscaping and agricultural construction: Land leveling, tree pit digging, farm ditch excavation, greenhouse construction and other agricultural and garden works
Small construction sites: Foundation excavation for self-built houses, site leveling, small earthwork transfer
Confined space operation: Earthwork cleaning in basements, tunnels and other narrow spaces, as its small height and width can pass through limited openings
Special operation: Can be matched with a variety of attachments to complete breaking, wood grabbing, auger drilling, scrap sorting and other work.

4. Maintenance & After-sales Support

Hitachi has optimized the maintainability of the ZX60 to reduce daily maintenance costs:

All daily maintenance points (oil filter, fuel filter, air filter, hydraulic oil check port, etc.) are arranged at ground-accessible positions, which can be replaced and checked without disassembling extra parts, and the routine maintenance takes less than 30 minutes
Hitachi's global after-sales service network provides sufficient spare parts supply and professional maintenance support
New ZX60 models are equipped with Hitachi's remote monitoring system, which can realize real-time equipment status tracking, fault early warning and operation data analysis, reducing unplanned shutdown time.

5. Optional Configurations

Users can choose personalized configurations according to work needs:

Various working attachments: Breaking hammer, hydraulic shear, auger drill, wood grab, quick coupler (for fast attachment replacement within 2 minutes)
Rubber track pads: Avoid damage to asphalt pavement and floor tiles, suitable for municipal operation in urban areas
Extended arm, heavy-duty bucket, four-way dozer blade, etc.

The Hitachi ZX60 is recognized as a benchmark product in the 6-ton small excavator market, with low operating cost, fast payback period and high residual value, which is the first choice for individual contractors and small engineering companies.

Non flooded

No accident

Original product

Used Hitachi ZX60 Excavator

RELATED PRODUCTS

Hitachi ZX210-3

Hitachi ZX70

Hitachi ZX200-3

Hitachi ZX240-3