4,790 kg39 hpLimited recent data, based on 2 older listings
Based on 2 older listings. Current pricing may have shifted, so we show the class range instead.
Most asking prices land between €13k – €49k, with a market average around €25k.
This model sits 11% below the class average across 212 peer models.
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The Hitachi ZX50U is a compact mini-excavator in the 5-tonne class, with an operating weight of 4790 kg and an engine output of 39 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 0.16 m³, placing it in the upper segment of the mini-excavator category. The ZX50U reflects Hitachi's established positioning in compact construction equipment for the European market.
Machines in this class are well suited to confined-site excavation, drainage work, and utility trenching where larger equipment cannot operate efficiently. The compact footprint makes the ZX50U a practical choice for urban construction, landscaping groundworks, and light demolition tasks. Its bucket capacity is appropriate for precise material handling in restricted working environments.
When inspecting a used ZX50U, buyers should assess the condition of the undercarriage, including track wear, rollers, and sprockets, as these components represent meaningful replacement costs on any machine in this class. The hydraulic system, boom and arm pins, and bucket linkage should be checked for play, leaks, and wear. Engine condition, service history documentation, and cab integrity are standard due-diligence items. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician is advisable before committing to any unit in this category.
The European market average for the Hitachi ZX50U stands at EUR 25 900, with the recorded price range also at EUR 25 900, indicating a narrow current price point in the evaluated dataset. Direct competitors in this weight class include the Kubota U50 and the Komatsu PC45, both of which occupy comparable segments of the compact excavator market and should be benchmarked against ZX50U availability and condition when evaluating purchase decisions.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€22k).
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