Head to head
Avant 640 vs Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 46kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 46kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 74kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 14,100 - 16,300kg |
| Dig depth | - | 5,310 - 5,800mm |
Sources: Avant 640, Hitachi ZX130LCN-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...
- you want one that has 46kW more power
Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7?
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 46kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator.
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