Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 56kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 56kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 13,800 - 16,000kg |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | - |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Hitachi ZX135USB-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z specifications →Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
- you want one that has 56kW more power
Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 56kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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