Hitachi ZX330-5A — 32.7 t Crawler Excavator
Hitachi — Medium-Class Excavators | Official Hitachi Dealer in Armenia — Wayland Armenia
The Hitachi ZX330-5A is a 32.7 t crawler excavator from the ZAXIS-5 series. Isuzu GH-6HK1X engine rated at 200 kW (272 hp), backhoe bucket 1.62 m³, maximum digging depth 7.38 m. Designed for road construction, earthworks, quarry operations, and loading of quarry dump trucks.
Key Technical Specifications — Hitachi ZX330-5A
| Operating weight | 32,700 kg (32.7 t) |
| Engine | Isuzu GH-6HK1X, 6-cylinder, 7.79 l |
| Rated power (ISO 14396) | 200 kW (272 hp) at 1,900 rpm |
| Max. torque | 1,037 N·m at 1,500 rpm |
| Hydraulic system | HIOS III, 2 pumps × 288 l/min |
| Standard bucket (ISO heaped) | 1.45 m³ / 1.62 m³ |
| Bucket breakout force (ISO) | 246 kN (25,100 kgf) |
| Arm digging force (ISO) | 185 kN (18,900 kgf) |
| Max. digging depth | 7,380 mm |
| Max. digging reach | 11,100 mm |
| Max. cutting height | 10,360 mm |
| Max. dump height | 7,240 mm |
| Max. drawbar pull | 298 kN (30,400 kgf) |
| Travel speed (high range) | 0–5.0 km/h |
| Max. gradeability | 70% (35°) |
| Fuel tank | 630 l |
| Hydraulic oil (tank) | 180 l |
| Standard shoe width | 600 mm |
| Overall length (3.20 m arm) | 11,220 mm |
| Cab height | 3,160 mm |
| Ground pressure (600 mm shoes) | 67 kPa (0.67 kgf/cm²) |
Why the Hitachi ZX330-5A: Technical Advantages
HIOS III Hydraulics — Productivity with Lower Fuel Consumption
The HIOS III system controls oil flow through a main control valve, minimising pressure losses. Fuel consumption is reduced by 5% compared with the previous ZX330 generation. ECO mode delivers a further −14% reduction versus PWR mode. The Power Boost function raises breakout force at the bucket edge by 10% at the press of a button when extra force is needed.
Cycle Speed: Regeneration and Recirculation
Arm pull-in speed is increased by merging oil flows from the boom and arm cylinders through regenerative valves. Energy from the descending boom is fed back into the arm circuit, accelerating truck loading without additional pump load.
Underframe and Upperframe — Service Life in Demanding Conditions
The upperframe is reinforced with D-section side rails. The X-frame undercarriage is fabricated from solid members with minimal weld seams. Idler wheels and track tensioner cylinders are combined into a single reinforced unit. The upper boom section and boom foot are reinforced with high-strength steel inserts containing steel bushings.
Pin and Bushing Protection — Tungsten Carbide Thermal Spray and HN Bushings
The bucket-to-arm pin is protected by thermal spraying of tungsten carbide (WC) on contact surfaces, which reduces wear and prevents the development of play. HN-type bushings feature a special design that improves grease retention and extends the re-greasing interval.
Maintenance — Minimum Downtime
All daily service points are grouped behind the left and right engine compartment panels, accessible from ground level. The radiator is blown out through a hinged cover without removing components. Service intervals: engine oil filter — 500 h, hydraulic filter — 1,000 h, hydraulic oil — 5,000 h. Fuel tank — 630 l.
Applications — Where the Hitachi ZX330-5A Works
- Road construction — bulk excavation, embankment work, cut-and-fill, drainage
- Large-scale earthworks — basements, trenches, site preparation for industrial facilities
- Quarry truck loading — 1.62 m³ bucket delivers high output loading 30–50 t dump trucks
- Quarry bench work — bench excavation, face clean-up, material relocation
- Heavy and rocky ground — 246 kN breakout force with Power Boost active
- Attachment work — hydraulic breakers, shears, crushers; 11 pre-set hydraulic modes
Model Selection — ZX240-5A vs ZX330-5A vs ZX400LCH-5A
- ZX240-5A — 24.2 t, 181 hp, 1.3 m³ bucket. Optimum for construction and road work where peak loads are intermittent.
- ZX330-5A — 32.7 t, 272 hp, 1.62 m³ bucket. The right choice when the ZX240-5A is no longer sufficient, but a 40-tonne machine is excessive.
- ZX400LCH-5A — 38.2–38.8 t, 246 hp, 1.9–2.1 m³ bucket, LCH reinforced undercarriage for continuous heavy quarry duty.
Attachments for the Hitachi ZX330-5A
Wayland Armenia supplies attachments for the ZX330-5A and will configure the optimum setup for your ground conditions and application. Compatible attachment classes include hydraulic breakers for 25–36 t carriers (DandA DX series), Epiroc hydraulic shears, concrete crushers, multi-processors, and bucket tooth systems (GET).
Service and Spare Parts in Armenia
Wayland Armenia is the official Hitachi Construction Machinery dealer in Armenia. Services include: delivery and customs clearance, configuration consulting, commissioning and operator training, warranty service to Hitachi standards, scheduled field maintenance, nationwide field service, genuine spare parts through the Hitachi Global Online Network, remote monitoring via Global e-Service / ConSite, and Maintenance Pro diagnostics.
Frequently Asked Questions — Hitachi ZX330-5A
What is the operating weight of the Hitachi ZX330-5A?
32,700 kg with 600 mm shoes and the 1.45 m³ bucket. With 800 mm shoes the weight is 33,600 kg.
What is the maximum digging depth?
7,380 mm with the 3.20 m arm. Maximum reach at ground level — 10,890 mm, maximum dump height — 7,240 mm.
Is the ZX330-5A suitable for quarry work?
Yes. At 32.7 t with 246 kN breakout force and a 1.62 m³ bucket, the ZX330-5A delivers strong productivity in medium-duty quarry operations: bench excavation, loading 30–50 t dump trucks, and face clean-up.
How do I request a quote?
Fill in the form on this page or call +374 10 530 669. A Wayland Armenia manager will respond within one business day.