Head to head
Bobcat D30 vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Specifications side by side
| Bobcat D30 | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,510kg | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Load capacity | 3,000kg | - |
| Lift height | 2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent) | - |
| Engine | Stage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW | - |
| Travel speed | 20km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 6,120mm |
| Engine power | - | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Bobcat D30, Hitachi ZX225US-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D30 if...
A 3-tonne diesel forklift used on building sites and in yards for shifting pallets and building materials. It is bought and hired mainly for outdoor work where a diesel engine and rough-terrain tyres suit it better than an electric truck.
Listed by
- AJ & MJ - Portsmouth, Drayton
Buy or hire the ZX225US-7 if...
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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