Hitachi ZX60 / EX60 Hydraulic Excavator – Full Description

Overview

The Hitachi ZX60 (also known as EX60 in earlier models) is a compact 6-ton class hydraulic excavator designed for versatility, easy operation, and high reliability.
It’s perfect for small to medium construction projects, road work, utilities, landscaping, and agricultural applications.

With its powerful engine, smooth hydraulic control, and durable build, the ZX60 offers outstanding performance in tight spaces and tough conditions.

Technical Specifications

Operating Weight: 5,800 – 6,200 kg
Engine Model: Yanmar 4TNV94L (4-cylinder, water-cooled diesel engine)
Engine Power: 39.5 kW (53 HP) @ 2,200 rpm
Displacement: 3.054 L
Fuel Type: Diesel

Hydraulic System:

• System Type: Load-sensing hydraulic system

• Main Pump Flow: 2 × 60 L/min

• Maximum Pressure: 30.4 MPa

• Swing Motor: Axial piston motor

• Travel Motor: 2-speed axial piston motors

Performance:

• Maximum Digging Depth: 3.8 – 4.0 m

• Maximum Reach at Ground Level: 6.2 – 6.4 m

• Maximum Dumping Height: 4.2 m

• Bucket Capacity: 0.22 – 0.25 m³

• Bucket Digging Force: 42 kN

• Arm Digging Force: 29 kN

• Swing Speed: 9.3 rpm

• Travel Speed: 2.7 – 4.8 km/h

• Gradeability: 35° (70%)

Fuel & Fluid Capacities:

• Fuel Tank: 100 L

• Hydraulic Oil: 70 L

• Engine Oil: 12 L

• Cooling System: 10 L

Dimensions (Standard Configuration)

• Overall Length: 5,800 mm

• Overall Width: 2,000 mm

• Overall Height: 2,550 mm

• Tail Swing Radius: 1,750 mm

• Ground Clearance: 370 mm

• Track Length on Ground: 2,050 mm

• Track Shoe Width: 400 mm