Head to head
Avant 640 vs Hitachi ZX135W-7
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 77kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 77kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Hitachi ZX135W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 14,500 - 15,900kg |
Sources: Avant 640, Hitachi ZX135W-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 ZX135W-7 if...
- you want one that has 77kW more power
A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Hitachi ZX135W-7?
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 77kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
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