Head to head
Bobcat E10z vs Hitachi ZX135W-7
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 98kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,324kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 98kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is the bigger machine by 13,324kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E10z | Hitachi ZX135W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,176 kg | 14,500 - 15,900kg |
| Engine power | 7.5 kW | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) |
| Dig depth | 1,820 mm | - |
| Retracted track width | 71 cm | - |
Sources: Bobcat E10z, Hitachi ZX135W-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E10z if...
The Bobcat E10z is a zero tail swing micro excavator built for confined internal and garden work, competing directly with the JCB 8008 CTS for the same narrow-access hire jobs. Its zero tail swing design lets it rotate its upper structure without the counterweight overhanging obstacles, unlike some other micro excavators of this size. It is typically hired for basement, extension and small landscaping work rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Used Trailers Northern Ireland - GG Plant Sales - Dromore
Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...
- you want one that has 98kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 13,324kg
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 Bobcat E10z and the Hitachi ZX135W-7?
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 98kW more power and is the bigger machine by 13,324kg. The Bobcat E10z is a a sub-1.2 tonne zero tail swing micro excavator; the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
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