Head to head
Bobcat E17z vs Hitachi ZX135W-7
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 95kW more power and is the bigger machine by 12,788kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 95kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is the bigger machine by 12,788kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E17z | Hitachi ZX135W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1712kg | 14,500 - 15,900kg |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) |
| Dig depth | 2230mm | - |
| Breakout force | 11.92kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E17z, Hitachi ZX135W-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E17z if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,712kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2230mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...
- you want one that has 95kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 12,788kg
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 E17z and the Hitachi ZX135W-7?
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 95kW more power and is the bigger machine by 12,788kg. The Bobcat E17z is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing; the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
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